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Course OutlineModule 1: Installing Windows Vista
This module describes the new features of the Windows Vista operating system and then explains how to perform a clean installation. This module also explains how to install and configure Windows Vista device drivers.
Lessons
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Introduction to Windows Vista
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Performing a Clean Installation of Windows Vista
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Installing and Configuring Windows Vista Device Drivers
Lab : Installing Windows Vista
- Verifying Hardware Requirements
- Installing Windows Vista from DVD
- Managing Device Drivers
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe the Windows Vista operating system.
- Perform a clean installation of Windows Vista.
- Install and configure Windows Vista device drivers.
Module 2: Upgrading and Migrating to Windows Vista Ultimate Edition
This module explains how to upgrade and migrate to Windows Vista Ultimate edition from previous versions of Windows and from other Windows Vista editions.
Lessons
Lab : Upgrading and Migrating to Windows Vista Ultimate Edition
- Running USMT to Scan a User’s Settings
- Upgrading from Windows XP to Windows Vista Ultimate
- Upgrading from Windows Vista Business to Windows Vista Ultimate
- Running USMT to Load a User’s Settings
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Upgrade or migrate to Windows Vista from a previous version of Microsoft Windows.
- Upgrade or migrate between Windows Vista editions.
Module 3: Configuring Post-Installation System Settings
This module explains how to configure the Windows Aero Experience and the Accessibility features of Windows Vista. This module also explains how to configure Parental Controls.
Lessons
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Configuring the Windows Aero Experience
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Configuring Accessibility Features
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Configuring Parental Controls
Lab : Configuring Post-Installation Options
- Configuring Aero
- Configuring Accessibility Features
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Configure the Windows Aero experience.
- Configure the accessibility features of the Windows Vista operating system.
- Configure Windows Vista Parental Controls.
Module 4: Sharing Files by Using Windows Vista
This module explains how to use Windows Vista to share files with others and also describes how to manage the various file types that Windows Vista supports.
Lessons
Lab : Sharing Files by Using Windows Vista
- Sharing Data with Others
- Managing Files
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Share data with others.
- Manage Windows Vista files.
Module 5: Configuring Advanced Networking
This module explains how to connect Windows Vista to a network, and also explains how to configure and troubleshooting the Remote Access features of Windows Vista.
Lessons
Lab : Configuring Advanced Networking
- Troubleshooting Network Connectivity
- Configuring Remote Access
- Troubleshooting Remote Access Connections
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Configure network connectivity.
- Configure Remote Access.
Module 6: Configuring User Account Security
This module explains how to configure and troubleshoot User Account Control in Windows Vista.
Lessons
Lab : Configuring User Account Security
- Requesting an Application to Run Elevated One Time
- Making an Application to Always Run Elevated
- Configuring User Account Control Panel
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Configure Windows Vista User Account Control.
- Troubleshoot User Account Control.
Module 7: Configuring Network Security
This module explains how to configure the Windows Defender and Windows Firewall applications in Windows Vista.
Lessons
Lab : Configuring Network Security
- Configuring Windows Defender
- Configuring Windows Firewall
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Configure Windows Defender in Windows Vista.
- Configure the Windows Firewall settings in Windows Vista.
Module 8: Configuring Internet Explorer 7.0
This module explains how to configure the Internet Explorer 7.0 options and explains how to configure the dynamic security settings.
Lessons
Lab : Configuring Internet Explorer 7.0
- Customizing Internet Explorer 7.0
- Troubleshooting Internet Explorer Security Settings
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Configure Internet Explorer 7.0.
- Configure dynamic security for Internet Explorer 7.0.
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Module 1: Maintaining and Optimizing Windows Vista Systems
This module explains how to use the performance tools and diagnostics tools to maintain and optimize Windows Vista systems. This module also explains how to configure Windows Update.
Lessons
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Maintaining Performance by Using Windows Vista Performance Tools
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Optimizing Windows by Using Windows Vista Diagnostics Tools
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Configuring Windows Update
Lab: Maintaining and Optimizing Windows Vista
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Monitoring General System Activity by Using Resource Overview
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Viewing System Stability by Using Reliability Monitor
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Configuring Windows Update
After completing this module, students will be able to:
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Maintain performance by using Windows Vista performance tools.
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Optimize reliability by using Windows Vista diagnostic tools.
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Configure Microsoft Windows Update.
Module 2: Configuring Windows Vista Media Applications
This module explains how to configure the Microsoft Windows Media Player and the Windows Media Center.
Lessons
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Configuring Windows Media Player for Windows Vista
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Configuring Windows Media Center
Lab: Configuring and Troubleshooting Windows Vista Media Applications
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Configuring Windows Media Center
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Configuring Windows Media Player
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Troubleshooting Windows Media Player
After completing this module, students will be able to:
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Configure Microsoft Windows Media Player 11 for Windows Vista.
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Configure Microsoft Windows Media Center.
Module 3: Configuring Windows Vista Productivity Applications
This module explains how to configure the productivity tools included with every edition of Windows Vista.
Lessons
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Configuring Windows Sidebar
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Configuring Windows Mail
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Configuring Windows Meeting Space
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Configuring Windows Calendar
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Configuring Windows Fax and Scan
Lab : Configuring Windows Vista Productivity Applications
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Setting Up Windows Vista Productivity Applications
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Configuring Windows Mail
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Configuring Windows Sidebar
After completing this module, students will be able to:
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Use and configure Windows Sidebar.
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Use and configure Windows Mail.
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Use and configure Windows Meeting Space.
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Use and configure Windows Calendar.
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Use and configure Windows Fax and Scan.
Module 4: Configuring Mobile Computers
This module explains how to configure the settings in Windows Vista specifically for mobile computers, and also explains how to configure power management.
Lessons
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Configuring Mobile Computer Settings
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Configuring Mobile Devices
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Configuring Power Options
Lab: Configuring Mobile Computers
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Configuring a Sync Partnership for a Mobile Device
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Configuring Power Options
After completing this module, students will be able to:
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Configure mobile computer settings.
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Configure mobile devices.
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Configure power options.
Module 5: Configuring Tablet PC Settings
This module explains how to configure the options in Windows Vista specifically for a Tablet PC.
Lessons
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Configuring Windows Vista Tablet PC Settings
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Configuring Pen and Input Devices
Lab: Configuring a Windows Vista Tablet PC
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Configuring the Tablet PC Settings
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Configuring Pen and Input Devices
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After completing this module, students will be able to:
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Configure Windows Vista Tablet PC settings.
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Configure Pen and Input Devices.
Module 6: Networking Mobile Computers
This module explains how to configure wireless networking and how to use Windows Vista tools to use offline files.
Lessons
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Networking Without Wires
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Connecting to a Wireless Network
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Working with Offline Files
Lab : Networking Mobile Computers
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Configuring a Wireless Network
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Troubleshooting a Wireless Network
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Using Offline Files
After completing this module, students will be able to:
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Configure networks without wires.
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Configure a connection to a wireless network.
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