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Microsoft Windows 7 Configuration (Exam 70-680) Course

Author : Mark Long

8hrs (97 Lessons) 2014-01-03

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Getting certified on the Windows operating system can help you extend and reach your career goals. In today's increasingly complex IT environment, a Windows certification helps prove to customers and employers that you have the technical skills necessary to do the job. The MCSA (Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate) on Windows 7 is a great place to start. Achieving an MCSA: Windows 7 means that you have proven knowledge and expertise on the number one client operating system in the world. In this VTC course, author Mark Long brings 20+ years of experience with Microsoft technologies along to help you understand the features and functionalities of Windows Server 2012 from the standpoint of preparing for the MCSA certification exam 70-680 Windows 7 Configuring. Click on the movie links below to begin learning today.

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Course: Microsoft Windows 7 Configuration (Exam 70-680)
Author: Mark Long
SKU: 34501
ISBN: 978-1-61866-140-1
Work Files: Yes
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Subject: Certification
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Microsoft Windows 7
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Course outline

Welcome

Introduction (01:10)

Course Overview (03:43)

Windows Certification (04:22)

About Windows 7 (03:02)

Course Prep

Windows 7 Editions (03:20)

Hardware Requirements (01:53)

Getting Windows 7 (04:44)

Installing Windows 7 (04:30)

Upgrading Windows 7 (04:18)

The Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor (04:07)

Managing User Profiles

User Profile Overview (04:43)

Migrating User Profile Data (04:24)

Windows Easy Transfer (06:33)

User State Migration Tool (04:44)

Managing Devices and Disks

Using Device Manager (04:34)

Installing Devices (06:14)

Managing Device Drivers (05:33)

Disk Maintenance (05:21)

Disk Defragmentation (04:35)

Disk Types (05:29)

Partition Styles (04:08)

Disk Volumes (04:36)

Managing Applications

Application Compatibility (03:15)

Setting Compatibility Options (05:31)

App Compatibility Toolkit (05:33)

App Compatibility Diagnostics Policies (06:03)

Windows XP Mode (03:38)

Controlling Applications (03:49)

AppLocker Overview (05:52)

AppLocker Rules (06:23)

Software Restriction Policies (05:50)

Networking

IPv4 Overview (06:31)

IPv4 Address Basics (04:52)

Public and Private Addresses (06:00)

Troubleshooting Connectivity (06:44)

IPv6 Overview (05:48)

IPv6 Address Basics (05:05)

IPv6 Address Types (05:25)

IPv6 Configuration (06:11)

Wireless Basics (03:25)

Wireless Standards (03:50)

Wireless Network Security (03:28)

Authentication and Encryption pt. 1 (04:03)

Authentication and Encryption pt. 2 (03:11)

System Security

Firewall Basics (06:00)

Windows Firewall (08:54)

Advanced Security (04:30)

Encrypting File System (04:04)

Understanding BitLocker (04:30)

BitLocker Modes (05:29)

BitLocker To Go (05:15)

Authentication and Authorization

Understanding the UAC (04:52)

UAC Control Policies (05:16)

Secpol and Local Security Policy (03:48)

Runas (03:58)

Configuring User Rights (03:38)

Smart Cards and PIV (04:05)

Managing Certificates (05:00)

Credentials Manager (04:16)

Sharing Resources

Network and Sharing Center (04:31)

Understanding HomeGroups (04:49)

Sharing Folders (05:21)

File and Folder Permissions (06:14)

Copying and Moving Files (02:01)

Understanding Libraries (03:55)

Configuring Auditing (05:31)

Remote Management

Remote Desktop (06:42)

Windows Remote Management Service (04:36)

Remote Assistance (06:26)

Remote Connections

Understanding DirectAccess (03:11)

DirectAccess Client Configuration (02:42)

VPN Basics (04:50)

VPN Authentication Options (05:40)

VPN Reconnect (04:22)

NAP Remediation (04:23)

Configuring Incoming Connections (04:52)

Windows Update

Understanding Windows Update (06:16)

Windows Update Policies (03:51)

The Action Center (04:29)

Microsoft Baseline Security Advisor (04:16)

Internet Explorer

IE Compatibility (06:22)

SmartScreen Filter (03:55)

InPrivate Mode (04:40)

Add-Ons and Pop-Ups (06:33)

Monitoring

Performance Monitor (05:38)

Data Collector Sets (03:50)

Creating a DCS (06:45)

Hard Disk Write Caching (05:58)

Using Task Manager (05:27)

Backup and Recovery

The Backup and Restore Console (05:26)

System Image Backups (02:51)

System Restore (05:36)

Taking the Exam

Preparing for the Exam (05:14)

How to Take the Exam (06:35)

What If I Fail the Exam (04:24)

Conclusion

Course Wrap Up (03:53)

Credits

About the Author (03:36)