A user states that after saving files on the hard disk, some of the data is inaccessible. The technician suspects a hard disk problem. Which of the following Windows utilities should be used to confirm hard disk issues?
  1. chkdsk
  2. dir
  3. diskpart
  4. format
Explanation
Answer: A - To check the status of a hard drive, use the chkdsk command. To use this command click Start, Run, type cmd, and then type chkdsk.

Key Takeaway: Chkdsk is a utility that checks the computer’s hard disk’s status for any errors with the hard disk drive. Chkdsk inspects the physical structure of a disk to make sure that it is healthy. It can repair problems related to bad sectors, lost clusters, cross-linked files, and directory errors. These types of problems can arise in a variety of ways. System crashes or freezes, power glitches, or incorrectly turning off a computer can all cause corruption in the file or folder structure.
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