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VST-100
MICROSOFT WINDOWS VISTA: NEW FEATURES
Course Length:
1 day
You are familiar
with the earlier versions of Microsoft's Windows® operating systems.
Every new Windows version includes features and enhancements to
overcome the limitations and drawbacks of its predecessors.
Microsoft® Windows® Vista™ is the latest release in the Microsoft
Windows operating system family. In this course, you will use the
new features in Windows Vista to improve your workflow efficiency
and business productivity.
Course Objective:
You will
use the new features in Microsoft Windows Vista to streamline your
work and maximize productivity.
Target Student:
The
course is intended for computer users who have Windows Vista
installed on their computer and are familiar with older versions of
Microsoft’s client operating systems.
Prerequisites: Some experience of working in either a Windows
XP or Windows 2000 desktop operating system environment is
required.
Performance-Based
Objectives
Upon successful
completion of this course, students will be able to:
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Examine the various changes and new
interface components of the Windows Vista environment.
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Use new Windows Vista functions to
search for folders and files.
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Work with the new organizational and
productivity tools and applications provided in Windows Vista.
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Share data and collaborate with other
users using the networking and sharing options of Windows Vista.
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Enhance system performance by using
several features provided by Vista.
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Enhance your system security against
online threats and unauthorized access.
Course Content
Exploring Windows Vista
Get Started with Windows
Vista
The Windows Vista User Interface
Examine New Features in Windows Explorer
Configure the Sidebar
Implement Windows Aero
Searching for Folders and
Files
Search to Locate Folders
and Files in Windows Explorer
Search for Files Using the Advanced Search Options
Working with New Tools
and Applications in Windows Vista
Manage Calendars and
Tasks
Use Internet Explorer 7 to Access Web
Manage Pictures
Networking to Share and
Collaborate
Use the Network and
Sharing Center to Share Content
Synchronize Data with Sync Center
Collaborate Online with Windows Meeting Space
Modify the Mobile PC Settings
Enhancing Performance in
Windows Vista
Optimize Power
Consumption
Improve Computer Performance
Enhancing System Security
Protect the System from
Online Threats
Implement Windows Vista Security Features
Backup and Restore Files and Folders |
