A+ Essentials 2009: Installing Windows Operating Systems (Windows 7 update)


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Target Audience
Prerequisites
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Overview/Description
There have been numerous versions of Windows over the years, and each has added new abilities and components. Each new version of the Windows operating system provides better and more efficient features to improve the user's interaction with the operating system and computer. This course compares Windows 2000, XP, Vista, and Windows 7 as well as 32-bit vs. 64-bit operating systems. It will also demonstrate how to install Windows, device drivers, and migrate user's files and applications using USMT. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that covers the objectives for the CompTIA 220-701: A+ Essentials exam which is half of the requirement necessary to acquire the CompTIA A+ certification.

Target Audience
Individuals undertaking the A+ certification track and companies who need technical staff trained in the A+ exam track

Prerequisites
Candidates should have the knowledge required to understand the fundamentals of computer technology, networking, and security. They should be able to identify hardware, peripheral, networking, and security components. They should also understand the basic functionality of the operating system and basic troubleshooting methodology.

Expected Duration (hours)
2.5

Lesson Objectives

A+ Essentials 2009: Installing Windows Operating Systems (Windows 7 update)

  • distinguish between Windows 2000, XP, and Vista operating systems
  • distinguish between 32-bit and 64-bit operating systems
  • identify key characteristics of Windows OS upgrade paths
  • configure program compatibility
  • identify key characteristics of a Windows XP installation
  • install Windows Vista
  • install device drivers and verify with Device Manager
  • migrate user accounts from a Windows XP computer to a Windows Vista computer
  • configure application compatibility
  • install the Windows Vista operating system
  • install device drivers and verify the installation
  • use the USMT utility to migrate user accounts
  • recognize key considerations when planning a Windows 7 installation
  • install Windows 7
  • use the USMT to transfer files and settings from previous Windows installations to Windows 7
  • automatically get recommended drivers and updates for a Windows 7 installation
  • install Windows 7
  • automatically get recommended drivers and updates for a Windows 7 installation
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