Windows Vista - Level 2

Duration: 8 hours

Overview:

In this course, students will familiarize themselves with advanced customization techniques and work with applications and programs in Windows Vista.

Who Should Attend:

This course is designed for any knowledgeable worker or business professional with entry-level Windows Vista skills who needs to use more advanced Windows Vista networking, customization, and file-management features in the business environment.

At Course Completion:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: - customize the Windows Vista environment. - work with Windows Vista applications. - work with Internet Explorer 7.0. - manage network communication and sharing. - back up and restore files and folders. - enhance system performance using technologies available in Windows Vista.
Prerequisite(s) or equivalent knowledge:
Windows Vista - Level 1

Outline:

Lesson 1: Customizing the Windows Vista Environment
Apply a Theme or Color Scheme
Implement Windows Aero™
Modify the Display Settings
Modify Device Settings

Lesson 2: Working with Windows Vista Applications
Manage Contact Information Using Windows Contacts
Manage Appointments and Tasks Using Windows Calendar
Schedule Applications
Use the Snipping Tool to Capture Screens
Manage Pictures Using Windows Photo Gallery

Lesson 3: Working with Internet Explorer 7.0
Manage Web Pages Using Internet Explorer 7.0
Manage RSS Feeds
Search the Web
Configure the Basic Internet Explorer Privacy Settings

Lesson 4: Managing Network Communications and Sharing
An Overview of Networks
Access Network Resources
Share Files and Folders
Access Offline Files
Synchronize Data Using Sync Center
Collaborate Using Windows Meeting Space

Lesson 5: Backing Up and Restoring Data
Back Up your Data
Restore Data

Lesson 6: Enhancing System Performance
View System Information
Optimize Power Consumption
Improve the System Performance with ReadyBoost