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Configuring Microsoft Windows Vista Expert Live with Encore


Overview/Description
Target Audience
Prerequisites
Expected Duration
Lesson Objectives
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Overview/Description
This course is designed to provide in-depth understanding of the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system. The course covers such topics like installation, including automated installation, user and group accounts, security, networking, TCP/IP, built-in applications, and advanced configuration. The course helps prepare the IT professional to install, configure, secure and support Microsoft Windows Vista.

Target Audience
This course is targeted towards IT professionals that deploy, configure, maintain and support Microsoft Vista client desktop systems.

Prerequisites
To benefit fully from this course, students should have the following prerequisite courses/skills and knowledge:
  • One year of IT experience
  • Familiarity with resolving client issues
  • Familiarity with resolving application issues
  • Familiarity with deploying client desktop operating systems
  • Familiarity with basic security concepts

Certification
MCTS: Windows Vista Configuration, MCITP

Exams
70-620

Included Labs

  • Performing an attended Windows Vista Installation
  • Performing an Automated Installation of Windows Vista
  • Installing and Managing Devices in Windows Vista
  • Configuring Windows Vista Desktop Settings
  • Configuring Windows Vista Users and Groups
  • Configuring Windows Vista Security Features
  • Configuring Remote Access
  • Configuring Wireless Connections
  • Configuring Vista Networking
  • Configuring Windows Mail
  • Monitoring Performance and Reliability
  • Configuring Tasks and Viewing Events
  • Using the Backup and Restore Center

Skills
This course provides instruction in the use of the following hardware/operating system technologies:

  • General desktop workstation hardware
  • Microsoft Windows Vista

Outline

  • Module 1: Installing Windows Vista
    • Preparing for a Windows Vista Installation
    • Installing Windows Vista
    • Troubleshooting Windows Vista Installations
    • Automated Deployment Options for Windows Vista
    • Using Windows Deployment Services
    • Installing Windows Vista Using Imaging
  • Module 2: Configuring Windows Vista Environments
    • Windows Vista System Management
    • Use Windows Vista Device Manager
    • Manage Display Devices in Windows Vista
    • Windows Vista I/O Devices and Services
    • Configure Desktop Settings
    • Windows Vista Multilingual and Accessibility Settings
    • Configure Internet Explorer 7 Features
    • Configure Internet Explorer 7 Security
  • Module 3: Windows Vista Users and Groups
    • Introduction to Windows Vista User Accounts
    • Managing User Accounts
    • Managing User Account Properties
    • Windows Vista Group Accounts
  • Module 4: Security in Windows Vista
    • Active Directory and Group Policy
    • User Account Control
    • Windows Vista Computer Security
    • Windows Vista Resource Security
  • Module 5: Windows Vista Network Connectivity
    • Configure Vista Networking Devices
    • Windows Vista Network and Sharing Center
    • Remote Access
    • Windows Vista Wireless Networking
    • Networking Protocols
    • Deploy TCP/IP Configurations
  • Module 6: Configuring Windows Vista Applications
    • Media Applications in Windows Vista
    • Configure Windows Mail
    • Customize Windows Mail
    • Windows Contacts and Windows Calendar
    • Windows Fax and Scan and Windows Meeting Space
  • Module 7: Windows Vista Monitoring and optimization
    • Reliability and Performance Monitor
    • Windows Vista System Performance
    • Monitor the system
    • The System Tool and System Configuration
    • Task Scheduler and Event Viewer
  • Module 8: Windows Vista Mobile Computing and Troubleshooting
    • Windows Vista Power Management
    • Mobility Center
    • Windows Vista for Tablet PC
    • Remote Desktop and Assistance
    • Disaster Prevention and Recovery
    • Windows Vista Backup and Restore


Expected Duration (hours)
30.0

Lesson Objectives

Configuring Microsoft Windows Vista Expert Live with Encore

  • Identify hardware requirements.
  • Perform a clean installation.
  • Upgrade to Windows Vista from previous versions of Windows.
  • Upgrade from one edition of Windows Vista to another edition.
  • Troubleshoot Windows Vista installation issues.
  • Install and configure Windows Vista drivers.
  • Troubleshoot post-installation configuration issues.
  • Configure and troubleshoot Windows Aero.
  • Configure and troubleshoot parental controls.
  • Configure Microsoft Internet Explorer.
  • Configure and troubleshoot User Account Control.
  • Configure Windows Defender.
  • Configure Dynamic Security for Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.
  • Configure security settings in Windows Firewall.
  • Configuring networking by using the Network and Sharing Center.
  • Troubleshoot connectivity issues.
  • Configure remote access.
  • Configure and troubleshoot media applications.
  • Configure Windows Mail.
  • Configure Windows Meeting Space.
  • Configure Windows Calendar.
  • Configure Windows Fax and Scan.
  • Configure Windows Sidebar.
  • Troubleshoot performance issues.
  • Troubleshoot reliability issues by using built-in diagnostic tools.
  • Configure Windows Update.
  • Configure data protection.
  • Configure mobile display settings.
  • Configure mobile devices.
  • Configure Tablet PC software.
  • Configure power options.

    • Course Number:
    LLMS0023