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Windows 7 Administration Training Shows You how to Master: Installing, Upgrading & Migrating to Windows 7, Optimizing & Maintaining Performance on Windows 7 Clients, Configuring Mobile Computer & Remote Access, and Much More.
Windows 7 Training Course Outline:
Video 1 Introduction:
In this video you will meet your instructor, learn what will be covered in the course, and take a
look at the environment that you will build throughout the course
About Your InstructorAbout the Course
How to Use the Course
Video 2 Lab Setup:
In this video you will learn about the scenario that you will be working with throughout the course
Plus, you will discover Scott s hardware and software configuration so you can follow along with the
demonstrations on your system
Scenario Network Configuration
Lab Overview
Video 3 The Course Scenario
In this video you will take a look at the fictitious company you will be working for throughout the
course and get a better idea of how you will deploy and configure Windows 7 within the real world
scenario
Globomantics Regulatory Compliance, Security and Budgetary Concerns
Globmantics Office Structure, Technology Challenges and Needs
Windows 7 Project Plan
Video 4 Introduction to Windows 7
In this video you will learn about the specific technologies that make Windows 7 an attractive upgrade
User Interface Enhancements
BranchCache
DirectAccess
BitLocker and BitLocker To Go
AppLocker
Windows XP Mode
Improved Power Management
32 bit vs. 64 bit
Editions Comparison Matrix
Video 5 Installing Windows 7
In this video you will learn about the different requirements for installing and running Windows 7
Plus, you will work step by step through upgrading from Windows Vista to Windows 7
Identifying Windows 7 Requirements
Running the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor Tool
Upgrade and Migration Limitations
Windows 7 Installation Options and Types
Performing a Clean Installation of Windows 7
Upgrading Windows Vista to Windows 7
Dual Booting Windows 7
Windows XP to Windows 7 Dual Boot Walkthrough
Migrating User Profiles and Data to Windows 7
Video 6 Deploying Windows 7 Machines
In this video you will learn about the different types of deployment and how Windows 7 enhances
deployment. Plus, you will work hands on to capture and deploy an image
Windows 7 Deployment Enhancements
Deployment Types, Thick vs. Thin Images and Deployment Tools and Options
Capture and Deployment Process Overview and Prerequisites
Building and Validating the Answer File
Building and Generalizing the Reference Installation
Creating Bootable Windows PE Media
Capturing the Reference Image and Saving to a Network Share
Deploying to a Target Computer via Network Share
User State Migration Tool and Automated Installation
Video 7 Managing Drivers and Hardware Devices
In this video you will learn how to properly utilize the Device Manager Tool. Plus, you will learn
how to manage hardware installation policies and make sure drivers are safe
Using Device Manager
Using the System Information Utility
Understanding Drivers and Installation Methods
Managing Device and Driver Security
Updating and Rolling Back Drivers
The Driver Verifier Utility
Managing Hardware Installation Policies with Group Policy
Adding Device Drivers to the Driver Store
Monitoring USB Devices
Video 8 Understanding Windows 7 Storage Options
In this video you will learn the difference between the Master Boot Record and GUID Parition Disks
as well as dynamic disks. Plus, you will work hands on to manage storage volumes on your own system
Deconstructing Basic Disks
Master Boot Record vs. GUID Partition Table Disks
Understanding Dynamic Disks
Dynamic Disk Volume Types
Managing Storage Volumes
Creating Storage Volumes with the Disk Management Tool
Checking Disks for Errors and Defragmenting Disks
Video 9 Configuring Networking in Windows 7
In this video you will work hands on to configure TCP/IP, network adapters, and Internet Connection
Sharing. Plus, you will discover how to troubleshoot network connectivity on your own network
Managing Network Connections
Managing Wireless Networks in Windows 7
TCP/IP Recap
Configuring TCP/IP Settings
IP Addressing
IPv6 Recap
Managing TCP/IP Settings fromn the Command Line
Configuring Network Adapters
Configuring Internet Connection Sharing
Troubleshooting Network Connectivity
Video 10 Protecting Windows 7: Network
In this video you will learn about network profiles and network location awareness. Plus, you will
work with remote desktop, remote assistance, Windows Remote Management Service and assocation to PowerShell
Network Profiles / Network Location Awareness
Windows Firewall Purpose and Capabilities
Allowing New Programs Access
Configuring Firewall Notification Settings and Resetting Firewall Defaults
Remote Desktop
Remote Assistance
Windows Remote Management Service (WinRM)
WinRM and PowerShell
Video 11 Protecting Windows 7: Local
In this video you will learn about the local aspects of security and how to configure User Account
Control. You will also see how you can configure removable device policies to help protect
information in your organization. Plus, you will learn how to create a password reset disk and how to
properly understand smart card policies
Configuring User Account Control
Configuring User Account Control with Group Policy and Security Policy
Configuring Removable Device Policies
Understanding Credential Manager
Changing Execution Context and Raising Privilege Levels with RunAs
Windows 7 Account Policies and User Rights
Windows 7 Local Groups
Creating a Password Reset Disk
Understanding Smart Card Policies
Video 12 Managing Mobility Options
In this video you will learn how to enable work on the go for your mobile users by using offline
files. Plus, you will work with transparent caching and see how to save energy by configuring local
power settings
Using Offline Files
Managing File Versions with Sync Center
Transparent Caching
Configuring Local Power Settings and Policies
Creating, Exporting and Importing Power Plans
Location Aware Printing
Video 13 Protecting Client Computers with Windows Updates
In this video you will discover why you should update Windows and how to take advantage of the
different types of updates. Plus, you will work hands on with the Windows Update control panel applet
to configure some important update settings
An Overview of Updates
Configuring Important Update Settings
Reviewing Update History
Deciding Which Updates to Install
Uninstalling Updates
Using the Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer
Using Group Policy to Configure Updates
WSUS and Windows Updates
Video 14 Managing Applications
In this video you will learn about the different program compatibility options that are available to
you in Windows 7, including, installing and utilizing Windows XP Mode. Plus, you will work hands on
to configure software restriction policies and learn to properly utilize the new feature AppLocker
Program Compatibility Assistant
Program Compatibility Properties
Application Compatibility Toolkit
Using Windows XP Mode
Installing Windows XP Mode and Running Virtual Applications
Configuring Software Restriction Policies
Creating Rules with Software Restriction Policies
Using AppLocker
Implementing AppLocker Rules
Video 15 Managing Internet Explorer
In this video you will learn about the Internet Explorer 8 compatibility mode, how to configure IE
security settings, and how to use IE protected mode. Plus, you will work to managing IE add ons and
search providers to extend the capabilities of IE
Compatibility Mode
Configuring IE Security Settings
Managing IE Add ons and Search Providers
Managing IE s InPrivate Browsing and InPrivate Filtering
About IE s SmartScreen Filter
IE s Pop Up Blocker
Managing IE Certificates
Video 16 Configuring File and Folder Access
In this video you will learn how to enhance security for the organization through file and folder
permissions. Plus, you will work hands on to encrypt files and folders with Encrypting File System
and compare EFS with two new Windows 7 security features, BitLocker and BitLocker To Go. Also, you
will work step by step to encrypt removable storage devices with BitLocker To Go and walk through a
full disk encryption with BitLocker
Changing File and Folder Permissions
Understanding NTFS Permissions
Assigning NTFS Permissions
Understanding Effective Permissions
Permissions Impact: Copying and Moving Files
Encrypting Files and Folders Using EFS
BitLocker To Go
Full Disk Encryption Using BitLocker
Configuring and Managing BitLocker Drive Encryption
Using the BitLocker PIN Option
Video 17 Shared Access to Resources
In this video you will learn about the differences between basic and advanced sharing, the
differences between Share vs. NTFS permissions and what happens when Share and NTFS permissions are combined. Plus, you will work with Windows 7 Libraries and see how to configure a HomeGroup
Resource Sharing Overview
Basic vs. Advanced Sharing
Understanding Share vs. NTFS Permissions
Offline Folder Caching
Sharing Folders
Sharing Printers and Managing Print Queues
Windows 7 Libraries
Configuring HomeGroup
Video 18 Using DirectAccess and VPN Connections
In this video you will learn what DirectAccess is and how it simplifies remote and mobile connectivity. Plus, you will work hands on to configure the client side to enable DirectAccess connectivity and you will work to create and manage VPN connections with Windows 7
DirectAccess Features, Requirements and Connection Methods
Configuring DirectAccess with Group Policy
Configuring DirectAccess from the Command Line
Enabling VPN Based Remote Access
VPN Authentication Mechanisms
Windows 7 VPN Connections
Video 19 Managing BranchCache
In this video you will learn how to manage BranchCache in Windows 7. Plus, you will work hands using
several different methods to monitor BranchCache activity on your Windows 7 clients
Understanding BranchCache
BranchCache Operating Modes
Managing BranchCache with Group Policy
Managing BranchCache w
Video 20 Monitoring and Maintaining Windows 7
In this you will learn about the various tools that help you monitor Windows 7 to make sure your
systems are performing at a peak level. You will also take a look at the Performance Information and
Tools utility and see what information it presents, show how event logs and data collector sets can
help you pinpoint specific issues plaguing your systems and monitor long term performance. Plus, you
will work hands on to manage your systems with Task Manager and work with two relatively new Windows tools, the Resource Monitor and Reliability Monitor
Performing Information and Tools
Configuring Event Logging
Saving and Exporting Log Files
Centralizing Event Logs
Using Performance Monitor
Data Collector Sets
Customizing Built In Data Collector Sets to Troubleshoot Specific Issues
Creating a New Data Collector Set
Task Manager
Resource Monitor
Reliability Monitor
A Sample WMI Script
Video 21 Configuring Performance Settings
In this video you will work hands on to optimize Windows 7 systems for peak performance by changing
display settings, configuring virtual memory, optimizing processes using Task Manager, and managing
and assigning processors and resources to specific tasks and programs
Changing Graphics Settings
Configuring Virtual Memory
Understanding Write Caching
Optimizing Processes with Task Manager
Managing Processor Scheduling Settings
Optimizing Services
Using Msconfig to Boost Performance
Video 22 Configuring Backup and Recovery
In this video you will work hands on to configure backups, restore files from a backup, create and
restore system images, create system repair disks and create and use system restore points. Plus, you
will see how to utilize advanced boot options in Windows 7 to troubleshoot system issues, including the Last Known Good Configuration option
Windows 7 s Backup and Restore Utility
Configuring Windows Backup
Restoring Files from a Backup
Creating and Restoring System Images
Creating a System Repair Disk
Creating and Using System Restore Points
Understanding Advanced Boot Options
Understanding Last Known Good Configuration
Video 23 Preparing for TS: Windows 7, Configuring (70 680)
In this video you will learn Scott s inside tips and pointers on the exam certification process and other things you should consider before taking the exam
The Candidate Profile
Skills Being Measured
Objective to Lesson Mapping
Study Recommendations and Exam Prep Tips
Credit Toward Certification
Video 24 Next Steps
Reaching the end of the course does not mean the learning has to end! In this video you will discover
the next steps for continuing your growth and mastery of Windows 7 administration
Where You Started
What You ve Accomplished
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