MOS - Windows Vista® for the Business Worker

 

21 Hours


Course Objectives (Exam 77-600) 

After completing this course, you will be able to:

  • navigate Windows Vista using a variety of methods
  • customize Windows Vista according to your own requirements
  • work effectively with the Control Panel to access key settings
  • work efficiently with Folders and navigate within Windows Explorer
  • create, rename, delete and copy files between folders
  • search for files and folders quickly
  • install and manage printers
  • handle various device drivers and manage driver settings
  • backup files on your computer and restore files when required
  • install, repair and uninstall software and resolve installation problem
  • identify and resolve issues such as unresponsive applications
  • repair the Windows Vista installation and create restore points
  • install and work with automatic updates
  • locate data about the computer
  • use Windows Security Center
  • configure Internet Explorer settings to enhance security when using the Internet
  • use Remote Assistance and Remote Desktop
  • create and disable network connections
  • work with offline folders
  • collaborate with others
  • use Windows Meeting Space

Course Prerequisites

Prior to taking this course, students must possess the following basic computer literacy and Windows skills:

  • Turn the computer and monitor on
  • Recognize input devices (keyboard, printer, mouse)
  • Perform a warm and cold boot

Students who wish to become proficient using the features of Microsoft Windows Vista will benefit from taking this course.

Course Outline

Lesson 1: Getting Familiar with Windows Vista

  • What is Windows Vista
  • Recognizing Windows and Dialog Boxes
  • What’s New in Windows Vista?
  • Understanding Networks
  • Logging On
  • Using the Welcome Center
  • Looking at the Desktop
  • Navigating using the Mouse and Keyboard
  • Using the Start Button
  • Looking at a Typical Window
  • Working with Program Windows
  • Working with Scroll Bars
  • Working with Help

Lesson 2: Customizing Windows Vista

  • Customizing the Start Menu
  • Starting Programs Automatically
  • Working with the Taskbar
  • Using the Windows Sidebar
  • Working with Desktop Icons
  • Modifying the Aero Interface

Lesson 3: Using the Control Panel

  • About Control Panel
  • Changing the Screen Appearance
  • Working with Mouse Settings
  • Working with Sound Settings
  • Working with Themes
  • Understanding the Power Plans
  • Working with Multiple Monitors
  • Managing User Accounts

Lesson 4: Working with Windows Explorer and Folders                                                                            

  • About Folders and Files
  • File Paths
  • Understanding Windows Explorer
  • Navigating Windows Explorer
  • Applying Windows Explorer Layouts
  • Working with Folder Views
  • Organizing Folder Contents
  • Working with Folder Options
  • Creating and Modifying Folders

Lesson 5: Working with Files

  • About Vista Programs
  • Working with WordPad
  • Renaming, Moving and Copying Files
  • Deleting Files
  • Working with File Properties

Lesson 6: Powerful Searching

  • Lesson Objectives
  • About Searching
  • Searching within Windows Vista
  • Searching using the Start Menu
  • Customizing Start Menu Searches
  • Searching Folders and Views
  • Using Advanced Search Tools
  • Saving Searches
  • Working with the Search Index
  • Lesson Summary
  • Review Questions

Lesson 7: Managing Printers

  • About Printers
  • Installing a New Local Printer
  • Installing a Network Printer
  • Deleting a Printer
  • Setting the Default Printer
  • Working with Print Jobs

Lesson 8: Handling Devices and Drivers

  • About Devices
  • Installing a Device
  • Disconnecting Devices
  • Using the Device Manager
  • Managing Installed Drivers
  • Enabling and Disabling Devices

Lesson 9: Backing Up and Restoring Files

  • About Backups
  • Looking at the Backup and Restore Center
  • Backing up Files
  • Restoring Files from a Backup
  • Backing up the Entire Computer
  • Working with System Protection

Lesson 10: Working with Software

  • Installing Software
  • Running versus Saving Programs
  • Updating Software
  • Upgrading Software
  • Repairing Software Programs
  • Working with Incompatible Programs
  • Uninstalling Programs

Lesson 11: Recovering from Problems                                                      

  • Using Task Manager
  • Working with Unresponsive Programs
  • Repairing Windows Vista
  • Using Advanced Startup Options

Lesson 12: Updating Windows Vista

  • About Windows Updates
  • Performing Automatic Updates
  • Manually Installing Windows Updates
  • Viewing Installed Updates

Lesson 13: System Performance

  • Understanding Your Computer
  • Using the Windows Experience Index
  • Working with Virtual Memory
  • Viewing the CPU Usage
  • Using Windows ReadyBoost
  • Working with the Hard Disk
  • Partitioning a Hard Disk

Lesson 14: Working Securely

  • About Firewalls
  • Looking at the Windows Security Center
  • Blocking and Unblocking Ports
  • About Malicious Software
  • Introducing Windows Defender
  • Using Software Explorer
  • Using Antivirus Software

Lesson 15: Configuring Internet Explorer

  • Introduction to the Internet
  • About Phishing
  • Understanding Cookies
  • Working with Browser History
  • Working with Temporary Internet Files
  • Working with Pop-Up Windows
  • Understanding Internet Security Zones

Lesson 16: Working Remotely

  • About Remote Assistance
  • About Remote Desktop

Lesson 17: Connecting to other Computers

  • About Networks
  • The Network and Sharing Center
  • Creating a Wireless LAN
  • Working with Networks
  • Sharing Resources
  • Mapping a Drive
  • About Offline Files

Lesson 18: Synchronizing and Sharing

  • Making Web Pages Available Offline
  • About Folder Synchronization
  • Advanced Sharing Properties
  • Modifying Folder Properties
  • Sharing Printers
  • Resolving Connection Problems

Lesson 19: Collaborating with Others

  • About Windows Meeting Space
  • Windows Mobility Center
  • Working with Network Projectors