Module 1: Installing Windows Vista
This module explains how to install and configure Windows Vista. It introduces the various editions and features of Windows Vista, and the module also describes how to upgrade or migrate to Windows Vista
Lessons
- Introduction to Windows Vista
- Preparing to Install Windows Vista
- Performing a Clean Installation of Windows Vista
- Upgrading or Migrating from a Previous Version of Windows
- Upgrading Between Windows Vista Editions
Lab: Installing Windows Vista
- Using Windows Upgrade Advisor
- Backing Up User-Related Settings by Using WET
- Installing Windows Vista
- Upgrading from Windows Vista Business to Windows Vista Ultimate Edition
Module 2: Configuring Post-Installation Settings
This module explains how to configure the post-installation settings of a Windows Vista installation. It describes how to configure computer settings, device drivers, system properties, accessibility features, and Windows Aero.
Lessons
- Configuring Computer Settings
- Installing and Configuring Device Drivers
- Configuring System Properties
- Configuring Accessibility Features
- Configuring Windows Aero
Lab : Configuring Post-Installation Settings
- Identifying Computer Configuration Settings
- Adding a Computer to a Windows Domain
- Creating Local User and Group Accounts
- Updating a Device Driver
- Modifying System Properties
- Managing Accessibility Features
Module 3: Configuring Disks on Windows Vista Systems
This module explains how to configure disks on Windows Vista systems. It describes how to partition disks, manage disk volumes and file system fragmentation. It also explains how to configure disk quotas.
Lessons
- Partitioning Disks in Windows Vista
- Managing Disk Volumes
- Managing File System Fragmentation
- Configuring Disk Quotas
Lab : Configuring Disks on Windows Vista Systems
- Converting an MBR Partition to a GPT Partition
- Creating a Simple Volume
- Resizing a Volume
- Creating a Spanned Volume and a Striped Volume
- Configuring Disk Quotas
Module 4: Managing Files and Printers on Windows Vista Systems
This module explains how to manage files, shared folders, and printing on Windows Vista systems. It also explains how to configure file compressions.
Lessons
- Managing Shared Folders
- Managing File Access
- Configuring File Compression
- Managing Printing
Lab : Managing Files and Printing on Windows Vista Systems
- Enabling File Sharing
- Securing Folders
- Compressing Files and Folders
- Managing Printers
Module 5: Configuring Network Connectivity
This module explains how to configure IPv4 and IPv6 network connectivity. It also describes how to configure automatic IP address allocation and remote access. In addition, the module explains how to troubleshoot network issues.
Lessons
- Configuring IPv4 Network Connectivity
- Configuring IPv6 Network Connectivity
- Implementing Automatic IP Address Allocation
- Troubleshooting Network Issues
- Configuring Remote Access
Lab : Configuring Network Connectivity
- Configuring IPv4 Manually
- Configuring Automatic IPv4 Addressing
- Troubleshooting Network Connectivity
- Enabling and Configuring Remote Management Features
Module 6: Configuring Wireless Network Connections
This module provides an overview of wireless networks, and it describes how to connect to a wireless network
Lessons
- Overview of Wireless Networks
- Connecting to a Wireless Network
Lab : Configuring Wireless Network Connections
- Connecting to a Wireless Network
Module 7: Configuring Windows Vista Security
This module explains how to configure the security features in Windows Vista. It describes how to configure Windows Security Center, Windows Firewall with Advanced Security, Windows Defender, and Internet Explorer. The module also describes how to secure a Windows Vista computer by using group policy settings and User Account Control.
Lessons
- Configuring Windows Security Center
- Configuring Windows Firewall with Advanced Security
- Configuring Windows Defender
- Configuring Security Settings in Internet Explorer 7.0
- Securing a Windows Vista Computer by Using Local Group Policy Settings
- Configuring and Troubleshooting User Account Control
Lab : Configuring Windows Vista Security
- Configuring Windows Security Center
- Configuring and Testing Windows Firewall with Advanced Security
- Scanning for Malicious Software
- Configuring Security Settings in Internet Explorer
- Securing Windows Vista by Using a Local Group Policy
- Troubleshooting UAC
Module 8: Optimizing and Maintaining Performance and Reliability in Windows Vista
This module explains how to optimize and maintain performance and reliability in Windows Vista systems by using built-in tools. It describes how to use the built-in performance and diagnostic tools in Windows Vista. The module also describes how to perform backup and restore operations and to configure Windows Update.
Lessons:
- Maintaining Performance by Using the Windows Vista Performance Tools
- Maintaining Reliability by Using the Windows Vista Diagnostic Tools
- Backing Up and Restoring by Using Windows Backup
- Creating and Managing System Restore Points
- Configuring Windows Update
Lab : Optimizing and Maintaining Performance and Reliability in Windows Vista
- Monitoring System Activity
- Monitoring System Reliability
- Backing Up and Restoring
- Recovering a Computer by Using System Restore Points
Module 9: Configuring Mobile Computers and Devices
This module explains how to configure mobile computer and device settings in Windows Vista. It also describes how to configure power options and Tablet PC settings.
Lessons
- Configuring Mobile Computer Settings
- Configuring Mobile Devices
- Configuring Power Options
- Configuring Tablet PC Settings
Lab : Configuring Mobile Computers and Devices
- Configuring Mobile Computer Settings
- Configuring a Sync Partnership for a Mobile Device
- Configuring Power Options
Module 10: Configuring Windows Vista Productivity Applications
This module explains how to configure the various productivity applications in Windows Vista including Windows Sidebar, Windows Mail, Windows Meeting Space, Windows Calendar, and Windows Fax and Scan.
Lessons:
- Configuring Windows Sidebar
- Configuring Windows Mail
- Configuring Window Meeting Space
- Configuring Windows Calendar
- Configuring Windows Fax and Scan
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