Exam 70-620: TS: Windows Vista, Configuring Curriculum Outline
Installing Windows Vista
Overview/Description
There are a number of versions of the Windows Vista operating system, each designed for a particular situation. Because the cost of upgrading operating systems can be steep, choosing the right version of an operating system is important. The chosen operating system version must support current needs as well as take into account possible future requirements.
Hardware requirements must also be taken into account before an upgrade occurs. Will the current hardware profiles suffice or will an expensive upgrade be required in order to support the chosen operating system?
This course is designed to describe the basic hardware requirements of Windows Vista as well as the different versions of the operating system and their different capabilities. How to choose between an upgrade or a fresh install as well as choosing an automated or attended installation is also covered in this course.
Target Audience
The audience for this path are personnel who provide Tier 1 or Tier 2 desktop and help desk support for Windows Vista, and other technical professionals who wish to certify on Windows Vista.
Expected Duration
2.0 hours
Objectives :Prepare for a Windows Vista Installation
Recognize the hardware requirements to install Windows Vista in a given scenario Distinguish between the Windows Vista editions Install Windows Vista
- Install Windows Vista
- Identify the considerations for successful dual-boot configuration
Troubleshoot Windows Vista Installations
- Choose the correct method to troubleshoot an installation issue
Automated Deployment Options for Windows Vista
- Recognize the automated deployment options for Windows Vista
- Identify the tools for unattended installations
Using Windows Deployment Services
- Install Windows Vista through WDS
Install Windows Vista using Imaging
- Use the System Preparation Tool
- Install Vista using a disk image
Back to ListConfigure Windows Vista Environments
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Overview/Description
Microsoft has added several new features to the Windows Vista desktop environment, among them the new Aero Glass user interface and the addition of the Windows Sidebar which displays and organizes gadgets.
This course describes Windows Vista management utilities and how to use them and how to install and manage devices in Vista the new Aero Glass and Sidebar features of Vista and how to configure them. This course also the new Aero Glass and Sidebar features of Vista and how to configure them. Describes Windows Vista management utilities and how to use them and how to install and manage devices in Vista.
Target Audience
TBC
Expected Duration
0.5 hours
Objectives :Windows Vista System Management
Add a snap-in to the Microsoft Management Console Match the registry keys to the description Use Windows Vista Device Manager
Update a device driver |w Install a device Manage Display Devices in Windows Vista
Configure video adapter settings Configure multiple monitor display support Windows Vista I/O Devices and Services
Configure an I/O device Manage Vista services Configure Desktop Settings
Configure the Vista desktop Windows Vista Multilingual and Accessibility Settings
Configure multilingual and regional settings Configure accessibility settings Configure Internet Explorer 7 Features
Configure Internet Explorer 7 features Configure Internet Explorer 7 Security
Configure Internet Explorer 7 security
Course Number: mv_wvcc_a02_it_enus
Back to ListWindows Vista Users and Groups
Overview/Description
The use of user and group accounts is fundamental in any network environment for both security and ease of administration.
This course describes the types of user and group accounts available for Windows Vista clients, explains how to manage them, and covers best practices for their use.
Target Audience
The audience for this path are personnel who provide Tier 1 or Tier 2 desktop and help desk support for Windows Vista, and other technical professionals who wish to certify on Windows Vista.
Expected Duration
1.0 hours
Objectives :Introduction to Windows Vista User Accounts
Identify the features of Vista user accounts Managing User Accounts
Configure user accounts Managing User Account Properties
Manage user account properties Recognize how to troubleshoot user account authentication Windows Vista Group Accounts
Configure a group account Back to ListSecurity in Windows Vista
Overview/Description
In todays computing reality, security has become the number one concern of administrators and regular users alike. Windows Vista builds on Microsofts existing security mechanisms, such as Group Policy within Active Directory and Local Group Policy Objects to provide security for computer systems. Windows Vista also builds on the firewall protection introduced in Windows XP and integrates Microsofts Windows Defender software to protect against spyware and malware.
This course covers the use of Group Policy, user account policies, Windows Firewall, and Windows Defender. As well, features new to Windows Vista specifically User Account Control, Windows Security Center, and Windows CardSpace are described.
Target Audience
The audience for this path are personnel who provide Tier 1 or Tier 2 desktop and help desk support for Windows Vista, and other technical professionals who wish to certify on Windows Vista.
Expected Duration
2.0 hours
Objectives :
Active Directory and Group Policy
Set a policy on an account
Identify the benefits of using GPOs
User Account Control
Back to ListWindows Vista Network Connectivity
Overview/Description
The vast majority of computers in use today are networked in some fashion either to the Internet or to other computers. Windows Vista includes new features and enhancements designed to make networking easier, safer, and more reliable for both home and business users. With the explosion of wireless networking products available for both home and business environments, Vista includes many new features and upgrades to Windows wireless networking technology. Along with Windows Vista wireless capabilities, this course explains the features new to Windows Vista including the Network and Sharing Center and Network Map. As well, those features enhanced from previous Windows versions that provide the increased security, reliability, and ease of management offered by Windows Vista are described.
Target Audience
The audience for this path are personnel who provide Tier 1 or Tier 2 desktop and help desk support for Windows Vista, and other technical professionals who wish to certify on Windows Vista.
Expected Duration
1.5 hours
Objectives :
Configure Vista Networking Devices
Configure network adapter properties
List the common causes of network adapter problems
Windows Vista Network and Sharing Center
Back to ListConfiguring Windows Vista Applications
Overview/Description
Windows Vista replaces or upgrades many of the applications that came standard with previous versions of Windows. New applications and improvements to existing ones are designed to increase security, productivity and ease of use. The default applications and features included with the Vista operating system depend on the version of Vista that is installed.
This course covers many of these new applications and upgrades and explains their use and configuration. New applications include Windows Sidebar, Windows Meeting Space, and Windows SideShow. Upgrades and improvements have been made to such applications as Windows Media Player and Windows Mail, previously known as Outlook Express. These changes are described as well.
Target Audience
The audience for this path are personnel who provide Tier 1 or Tier 2 desktop and help desk support for Windows Vista, and other technical professionals who wish to certify on Windows Vista.
Expected Duration
0.5 hours
Objectives :Media Applications in Windows Vista
Set up Windows Media Player 11 Identify the features of Windows Media Player 11 Recognize the features of Windows Vista Media Center Configure Windows Mail
Back to ListWindows Vista Maintenance and Optimization
Overview/Description
An optimized operating system runs at peak performance and helps to ensure that applications and hardware perform as they are designed to. Windows Vista has many tools to help achieve the goal of an optimized system along with monitoring tools that help ensure the system continues to perform at its best.
This course describes many of the performance monitoring tools of Windows Vista and explains the strategies for system optimization.
Target Audience
The audience for this path are personnel who provide Tier 1 or Tier 2 desktop and help desk support for Windows Vista, and other technical professionals who wish to certify on Windows Vista.
Expected Duration
2.0 hours
Objectives :Reliability and Performance Monitor
Use the Performance and Reliability Monitor Identify the performance monitoring options in Vista Windows Vista System Performance
Back to ListWindows Vista Mobile Computing and Troubleshooting
Overview/Description
In both the business and private sectors, laptop computers are rapidly catching up to desktop PCs in numbers. With the major improvements to mobile technologies over the recent years, laptops have fast become a viable, and even desirable, replacement for desktop systems.
Windows Vista was designed with this growth in mobile computing in mind. This course covers Vistas focus on mobility, and explains the new and updated features related to the various mobile platforms such as laptops, Tablet PCs, and handheld devices. Vistas Mobility Center, where display and energy use settings can be configured is described, along with Vistas Sync Center which allows synchronization between mobile and desktop devices.
This course also covers system recovery and troubleshooting should problems arise that cause either a full or partial system failure.
Target Audience
The audience for this path are personnel who provide Tier 1 or Tier 2 desktop and help desk support for Windows Vista, and other technical professionals who wish to certify on Windows Vista.
Expected Duration
2.5 hours
Objectives :
Windows Vista Power Management
Create a custom power plan
Recognize the power plan options in Vista
Recognize the options for configuring a notebooks power buttons
Mobility Center
- Configure presentation settings for a mobile PC
- Recognize the options for setting up multiple monitor display
- Recognize the features of the Sync Center
- Recognize the features of Windows SideShow
Windows Vista for Tablet PC
- Recognize the Tablet PC options in Windows Vista
Remote Desktop and Assistance
- Use Remote Desktop
- Use Remote Assistance
Disaster Prevention and Recovery
- Use advanced boot options
- Match the recovery technique with the situation
Windows Vista Backup and Restore
- Use Windows Vista Backup
- Use System Restore
Back to ListMentoring 70-620 TS: Configuring Windows Vista Client
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Target AudienceIndividuals who are studying the associated SkillSoft content in preparation for, or to become familiar with, the skills and competencies being measured by the actual certification exam.
PrerequisitesFamiliarity with the exam objectives listed below and skills and competencies being measured in the associated certification exam.
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Lesson Objectives Mentoring 70-620 TS: Configuring Windows Vista Client
Installing and Upgrading Windows Vista Configuring and Troubleshooting Post-Installation System Settings Configuring Windows Security Features Configuring Network Connectivity Configuring Applications Included with Windows Vista Maintaining and Optimizing Systems that Run Windows Vista Configuring and Troubleshooting Mobile Computing Course Number:
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Lesson Objectives TestPrep 70-620 TS: Configuring Windows Vista Client
Installing and Upgrading Windows Vista Configuring and Troubleshooting Post-Installation System Settings Configuring Windows Security Features Configuring Network Connectivity Configuring Applications Included with Windows Vista Maintaining and Optimizing Systems that Run Windows Vista Configuring and Troubleshooting Mobile Computing Course Number:
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