Which Windows utility can run programs automatically?



You need to have a backup program run every morning at 3am. What Windows program can run programs automatically at a certain time of day?

A) Task Scheduler

B) Task Manager

C) Control Panel

D) Event Viewer


The answer: A) Task Scheduler

The Task Scheduler can be useful for running programs automatically, scheduling backups, launch automated file transfers, and anything else you can think of.

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