Cursus inhoud

Module 1: Installing, Upgrading, and Migrating to Windows 7This module explains how to install, upgrade and migrate to Windows 7. It also describes the key features, editions, and hardware requirements of Windows 7.

• Preparing to Install Windows 7
• Performing a Clean Installation of Windows 7
• Upgrading and Migrating to Windows 7
• Performing Image-based Installation of Windows 7
• Configuring Application Compatibility
• Lab : Installing and Configuring Windows 7
• Migrating Settings by using Windows Easy Transfer
• Configuring a Reference Image of Windows 7
• Configuring a Reference Image

Module 2: Configuring Disks and Device DriversThis module examines how to configure disks, partitions, volumes, and device drivers to enable Windows 7 to function as desired.Lessons
Partitioning Disks in Windows 7

• Managing Disk Volumes
• Maintaining Disks in Windows 7
• Installing and Configuring Device Drivers
• Lab : Configuring Disks and Device Drivers Configuring Disks
• Configuring Disk Quotas (Optional)
• Updating a Device Driver

Module 3: Configuring File Access and Printers on Windows 7 Client ComputersThis module explains how to manage access to shared folders and printers on a computer running Windows 7. Specifically, it describes how to share and secure folders, configure folder compression, and how to install, configure, and administer printing.

• Overview of Authentication and Authorization
• Managing File Access in Windows 7
• Managing Shared Folders
• Configuring File Compression
• Managing Printing
• Lab : Configuring File Access and Printers on Windows 7 Client Computers
• Create and Configure a Public Shared Folder for all Users
• Configuring Shared Access to Files for Specific Users
• Creating and Sharing a Printer

Module 4: Configuring Network ConnectivityThis module explains both IPv4 and IPv6 network connectivity. It also describes how to implement automatic IP Address Allocation and troubleshoot network connectivity.

• Configuring IPv4 Network Connectivity
• Configuring IPv6 Network Connectivity
• Implementing Automatic IP Address Allocation
• Overview of Name Resolution
• Troubleshooting Network Issues
• Lab : Configuring Network Connectivity
• Configuring IPv4 Addressing
• Configuring IPv6 Addressing
• Troubleshooting Network Connectivity

Module 5: Configuring Wireless Network ConnectionsThis module describes key wireless network technologies and how to configure wireless network components and the Windows 7 elements that are necessary to access wireless networks.

• Overview of Wireless Networks
• Configuring a Wireless Network
• Lab : Configuring Wireless Network Connections
• Determining the appropriate configuration for a wireless network
• Troubleshooting Wireless Connectivity

Module 6: Securing Windows 7 DesktopsThis module describes how to make a Windows 7 computer more secure while ensuring usability is not sacrificed in the process. Specifically, it describes Windows Firewall, User Account Control, Windows Defender, and Security in Internet Explorer 8.

• Overview of Security Management in Windows 7
• Securing a Windows 7 Client Computer by Using Local Security Policy Settings
• Securing Data by Using EFS and BitLocker
• Configuring Application Restrictions
• Configuring User Account Control
• Configuring Windows Firewall
• Configuring Security Settings in Internet Explorer 8
• Configuring Windows Defender
• Lab : Configuring UAC, Local Security Policies, EFS, and AppLocker
• Using Action Center
• Configuring Local Security Policies
• Encrypting Data
• Configuring AppLocker
• Lab : Configuring Windows Firewall, Internet Explorer 8 Security Settings, and Windows Defender
• Configuring Windows Firewall
• Configuring Internet Explorer 8 Security
• Configuring Windows Defender

Module 7: Optimizing and Maintaining Windows 7 Client ComputersThis module describes how to use the monitoring and configuration tools to obtain information about Windows 7 performance and how to troubleshoot performance and reliability problems.

• Maintaining Performance by Using the Windows 7 Performance Tools
• Maintaining Reliability by Using the Windows 7 Diagnostic Tools
• Backing Up and Restoring Data by Using Windows Backup
• Restoring a Windows 7 System by Using System Restore Points
• Configuring Windows Update
• Lab : Optimizing and Maintaining Windows 7 Client Computers
• Monitoring System Performance
• Backing Up and Restoring Data
• Configuring System Restore Points
• Configuring Windows Update

Module 8: Configuring Mobile Computing and Remote Access in Windows 7This module explains how to configure mobile devices and remote access. It also discusses DirectAccess and BranchCache which are new for Windows 7.

• Configuring Mobile Computer and Device Settings
• Configuring Remote Desktop and Remote Assistance for Remote Access
• Configuring DirectAccess for Remote Access
• Configuring BranchCache for Remote Access
• Lab : Configuring Mobile Computing and Remote Access in Windows 7
• Creating a Sync Partnership
• Configuring Power Options
• Enabling Remote Desktop
• Enabling BranchCache

Doelgroep

This course is intended for IT professionals who are interested in:

• Expanding their knowledge base and technical skills about Windows 7 Client.
• Acquiring deep technical knowledge of Windows 7.
• Learning the details of Windows 7 technologies.
• Focusing on the "how to" associated with Windows 7 technologies.
• Most of these professionals use some version of Windows client at their work place and are looking at new and better ways to perform some of the current functions.

Voorkennis

Before attending this course, students must have:

• Experience installing PC hardware and devices.
• Basic understanding of TCP/IP and networking concepts.
• Basic Windows and Active Directory knowledge.
• The skills to map network file shares.
• Experience working from a command prompt.
• Basic knowledge of the fundamentals of applications. For example, how client computer applications communicate with the server.
• Basic understanding of security concepts such as authentication and authorization.
  An understanding of the fundamental principles of using printers.