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What does MCP stand for in the context of GitHub MCP Server?
Model Collaboration Platform
Model Context Protocol
Multicloud Provider
Modular Code Process
What is a key benefit of using GitHub MCP Server instead of a local MCP server?
It requires manual configuration for each project.
It eliminates the need for Docker or configuration files.
It works only on mobile devices.
It doesn't support enterprise authentication.
Which authentication methods are supported by GitHub MCP Server in Visual Studio Code?
Only OAuth is supported.
Only a personal access token (PAT) is supported.
OAuth and a personal access token (PAT) are supported.
A username and password are supported.
Why might you run a local MCP server in Docker?
To avoid using personal access tokens for authentication.
To access resources or APIs that enterprise policy restricts.
To enable only OAuth authentication.
To disable all external integrations.
What can Copilot do when you combine agent mode with MCP Server?
It can run only security scans.
It can independently plan and execute multistep workflows.
It can perform only single-step commands.
It can perform only code summarization.
How should you securely use a personal access token (PAT) in an MCP Server configuration?
Hardcode the token in your source files.
Enter the token through a secure input prompt.
Share the token publicly in your repository.
Save the token as plain text in your workspace.
What should you do first if MCP Server tools don't work in Visual Studio Code?
Reinstall Docker.
Confirm that you're signed in to your GitHub account in Visual Studio Code.
Delete your personal access token.
Remove all server configurations.
Which task can Copilot perform when you combine agent mode with MCP Server?
Copilot can suggest only code completions.
Copilot can open issues, manage workflows, and execute tasks across platforms.
Copilot can't interact with GitHub repositories.
Copilot disables semantic search.
You must answer all questions before checking your work.
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