Which of the following files starts the process of loading the operating system on the computer,
and therefore needs to exist to boot Windows?

A.
NTLDR.COM.

B.
BOOT.INI

C.
NTBOOTDD.SYS

D.
NTDETECT.COM

Explanation:
NTLDR.COM is the file that starts the process of loading the operating system on the computer. In
order to load Windows, this file must exist and not be corrupted.
Incorrect Answers:

B: BOOT.INI contains information on what operating systems are currently installed on the
computer.
C: NTBOOTDD.SYS loads the SCSI interface for a system with a SCSI boot device installed.
D: When Windows 2000 is loaded, NTDETECT.COM parses the system for hardware
information.References:David Groth and Dan Newland, A+ Study Guide, 2nd Edition, Alameda,
Sybex, 2004, p. 779 – 780.James G. Jones, Craig Landes, A+ Exam Cram, 2nd Edition, Que
Publishing, Indianapolis, 2003, Chapter 16