Installing and Configuring Windows 7 Client
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This three-day instructor-led course is intended for IT professionals who are interested in expanding their knowledge base and technical skills about Windows 7 Client.
Course Details
This three-day instructor-led course is intended for IT professionals who are interested in expanding their knowledge base and technical skills about Windows 7 Client. In this course, students learn how to install, upgrade, and migrate to Windows 7 client. Students then configure Windows 7 client for network connectivity, security, maintenance, and mobile computing.
Examination Information
This course helps students prepare for the Exam 70-680, TS: Windows 7, Configuring.
Prerequisites
Before attending this course, students must have:
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Experience installing PC hardware and devices.
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Basic Windows and Active Directory knowledge.
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Experience working from a command prompt.
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Basic understanding of security concepts such as authentication and authorization.
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Basic understanding of TCP/IP and networking concepts.
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The skills to map network file shares.
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Basic knowledge of the fundamentals of applications. For example, how client computer applications communicate with the server.
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An understanding of the fundamental principles of using printers.
Course Outline
Module 1: Installing, Upgrading, and Migrating to Windows 7
Lessons
- 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 Drivers
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 Computers
Lessons
- 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 Connectivity
Lessons
- 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 Connections
Lessons
- 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 Desktops
Lessons
- 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 Computers
Lessons
- 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 7
Lessons
- 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
