CompTIA Exam Questions

What should you do?

You are responsible for technical support at a hospital. Recently, all computers have been upgraded
to Windows Vista 64 bit. However, you have a particular custom application that runs only in 32 bit.
What should you do?

A.
You will have to uninstall the upgraded operating system.

B.
Use compatibility mode to run the 32-bit application.

C.
You will need a 32-bit version of Vista, not 64 bit.

D.
You will need to get the upgraded 64-bit version of the application.

Explanation:

You can right-click on a programs icon and go to properties. There you will find a compatibility mode
tab. This will allow you to run individual programs in 32 bit.
Answer options C and A are incorrect. You can run the 32-bit application on the 64 bit Vista using
certain applications.
Answer option D is incorrect. Software vendors do not immediately release new products for newer
versions of Windows.
Reference: http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/windows-vista/using-windows-vista-compatibilitymode/