Windows XP: Advanced


Overview/Description
Target Audience
Prerequisites
Expected Duration
Lesson Objectives
Course Number



Overview/Description
To introduce the student to the more advanced improvements in Windows XP

Target Audience
Both home and business end-users who are new to Windows XP and want to learn about its new features

Prerequisites
A basic working knowledge of either Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000 Professional, or Windows ME

Expected Duration (hours)
4.7

Lesson Objectives

Windows XP: Advanced

  • explain the uses and features of Internet Connection Sharing and Internet Connection Firewall.
  • describe built-in security features and password restrictions in Windows XP.
  • describe how to encrypt offline files and how to store files securely on a web server.
  • configure Internet Connection Sharing and to encrypt offline files using Windows XP.
  • explain the features of Windows Media Player 8 and Windows Movie Player 1.1 and to describe digital photo support in Windows XP.
  • explain Plug and Play features, device installation, hardware technology support, and DVD and CD support in Windows XP.
  • discuss the compatibility of Windows XP with other applications, to use the Application Compatibility mode, and to explain the purpose of the Windows Side-by-Side folder.
  • explain the features of WebDAV, FAT32, and Disk Defragmenter enhancements in Windows XP.
  • explain how to use NetCrawler to access printers and describe fax sharing in Windows XP.
  • analyze and defragment a volume on a hard drive and to send a fax using Windows XP.
  • explain group policy features in Windows XP.
  • use the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard.
  • explain the features and benefits of the Windows XP Control Panel and regional option enhancements.
  • use the Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard and configure options in the Control Panel.
  • demonstrate the benefits of Windows XP 64-bit edition, including its memory support, multiprocessing capabilities, and development tools.
  • Course Number:
    112554_eng