GIAC Foundational Cybersecurity Technologies Practice Test

What is one of the four User Account Control (UAC) settings on a Windows system?

1. Access this computer from the network

2. Full control

3. Run as Administrator

4. Always Notify

The correct answer is: Always Notify

Always Notify is one of the four User Account Control (UAC) settings in Windows. This particular setting prompts the user for permission or an administrator password whenever a program tries to make changes to the computer that require administrative access. This high level of security is particularly useful for preventing unauthorized changes to the system, ensuring that users are always aware of actions that could affect the system's integrity or security. When the UAC is configured to "Always Notify," it enhances security by making sure that potentially harmful actions cannot be taken without the user's explicit consent. This setting is designed to protect against malware and unwanted software installations by providing a clear and consistent warning message for every attempt to perform tasks requiring higher privileges. The other choices, although related to user permissions and access controls, do not represent UAC settings. They pertain to permissions or roles within Windows but do not align with the specific functionality and purpose of UAC settings in controlling how and when users are notified about changes to their system that require elevated privileges.