MCTS
Microsoft® Windows Vista™, Configuring
Exam 70-620
Don Poulton
In This Book You Learn How To
Prepare your computer for installation of Windows Vista
Automate and troubleshoot your Windows Vista installation
Configure and troubleshoot new Windows Vista features, including the Aero desktop interface, Parental Controls, User Account Control, Windows Defender, Internet Explorer 7, and Windows Firewall
Configure and troubleshoot network connectivity, including IPv6 and remote access
Work with media applications including Windows Media Center, Windows Media Player, Windows Photo Gallery, and Windows Movie Maker
Improve your business productivity by using Windows Vista features such as Windows Mail, Windows Meeting Space, Windows Calendar, and Windows Fax and Scan
Monitor and optimize system performance and reliability
Make the most of your portable computer by using Windows Vista features such as the Windows Mobility Center, power options, the Tablet PC Input Panel, Handwriting Recognizer, and more
WRITTEN BY a LEADING EXPERT!
Don Poulton, MCSA, MCSE, A+, Network+, Security+, has been involved in consulting with small training providers as a technical writer, during which time he wrote training and exam preparation materials for Windows NT, Windows 2000, and Windows XP. More recently, he has written or coauthored several certification volumes on Security+, Windows XP, and Windows Server 2003, published by Que Publishing.
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ISBN-13: 978-0-7897-3687-1
ISBN-10: 0-7897-3687-X
Introduction
Microsoft 70-620 Exam Objectives
Study and Exam Preparation Tips
Part I: Exam Preparation
Chapter 1 Introducing Windows Vista
Introduction
About Windows Vista
The History of Windows
Windows Vista Editions
Features
A Quick Tour of Windows Vista
Patches, Hotfixes, and Service Packs
Summary
Key Terms
Suggested Readings and Resources
Chapter 2 Installing Windows Vista
Introduction
Preparing for Installation
Identifying Hardware Requirements
Hardware Compatibility
Software Compatibility
Network Requirements
File System Considerations
Product Activation
Performing a Clean Installation of Windows Vista
Performing an Attended Installation
Performing an Unattended Installation
Installing Windows Vista by Using the System Preparation Tool (Sysprep)
Deploying an Image with Sysprep
Installing Windows Vista by Using Windows Deployment Services (WDS)
Troubleshooting Windows Vista Installation Issues
Troubleshooting Process
Troubleshooting an Attended Installation
Troubleshooting an Unattended Installation
Troubleshooting Failed Installations
Installing and Configuring Windows Vista Drivers
Managing and Troubleshooting Drivers and Driver Signing
Using Windows Vista Rollback
Summary
Key Terms
Apply Your Knowledge
Exercises
Exam Questions
Answers to Exam Questions
Suggested Readings and Resources
Chapter 3 Upgrading to Windows Vista
Introduction
Upgrading to Windows Vista from a Previous Version of Windows
Preparing a Computer to Meet Upgrade Requirements
Upgrading the Computer to Windows Vista
Dual-Booting Windows Vista
Upgrading from One Edition of Windows Vista to Another
Windows Anytime Upgrade
Upgrading Windows Vista
Performing Post-Installation Updates and Product Activation
Installing Updates and Hotfixes
Managing Automatic Updates
Summary
Key Terms
Apply Your Knowledge
Exercises
Exam Questions
Answers to Exam Questions
Suggested Readings and Resources
Chapter 4 Configuring and Troubleshooting Post-Installation System Settings
Introduction
Troubleshooting Post-Installation Configuration Issues
Troubleshooting Startup Issues
Using Alternative Startup Strategies
Troubleshooting Hardware Devices
Configuring Application Compatibility
Windows Easy Transfer
Configuring and Troubleshooting Windows Aero
Understanding Windows Presentation Foundation
Understanding Hardware Requirements for Running Aero
Configuring Desktop Schemes
Troubleshooting Aero
Configuring Windows Vista Start Menu and Taskbar
Configuring and Troubleshooting Parental Controls
Configuring Various Types of Restrictions
Configuring Activity Reports
Configuring Windows Internet Explorer
Configuring Tabbed Browsing
Blocking Pop-ups
Customizing Internet Explorer
Summary
Key Terms
Apply Your Knowledge
Exercises
Exam Questions
Answers to Exam Questions
Suggested Readings and Resources
Chapter 5 Configuring Windows Security Features
Introduction
Local User and Group Accounts
Managing User Accounts
Managing Local Group Accounts
Belonging to a Windows Server Domain
Configuring and Troubleshooting User Account Control
Features of User Account Control
Configuring User Account Control
User Account Control Policies
Configuring Windows Defender
Scanning for Malicious Software
Configuring Dynamic Security for Internet Explorer 7
Configuring Internet Explorer Zones
Configuring Protected Mode in Internet Explorer
Configuring Content Advisor
Configuring the Phishing Filter
Understanding Advanced Security Options
Configuring Security Settings in Windows Firewall
Configuring Windows Firewall
Configuring Group Policy and Windows Firewall
Summary
Key Terms
Apply Your Knowledge
Exercises
Exam Questions
Answers to Exam Questions
Suggested Readings and Resources
Chapter 6 Configuring Network Connectivity
Introduction
Understanding the TCP/IP Protocol
Features of TCP/IP Version 4
Features of TCP/IP Version 6
Configuring Networking by Using the Network and Sharing Center
Using the Network and Sharing Center to Configure TCP/IP
Using the Network and Sharing Center to Configure File Sharing
Managing Wireless Networks
Configuring and Troubleshooting Internet Connection Sharing
Troubleshooting Connectivity Issues
Troubleshooting LAN Connections
Using TCP/IP Utilities to Troubleshoot TCP/IP
Troubleshooting Wireless Networks
Troubleshooting Hardware and Modem Problems
Configuring Remote Access
Understanding Remote Access
Using a VPN Connection to Connect to Computers
Connecting to the Internet by Using Dial-Up Networking
Remote Desktop
Remote Assistance
Summary
Key Terms
Apply Your Knowledge
Exercises
Exam Questions
Answers to Exercises
Answers to Exam Questions
Suggested Readings and Resources
Chapter 7 Configuring Applications Included with Windows Vista
Introduction
Configuring and Troubleshooting Media Applications
Windows Media Center
Windows Media Player
Windows Photo Gallery
Windows Movie Maker and Windows DVD Maker
Configuring Windows Mail
Configuring Mail Accounts
Managing Email Accounts
Configuring Mail Options
Configuring Mail Security
Configuring Windows Meeting Space
Setting Up Windows Meeting Space
Running Meetings
Sharing Information
Configuring Windows Calendar
Navigating Windows Calendar
Managing Tasks and Appointments
Using Multiple Calendars
Sharing Calendars
Configuring Windows Fax and Scan
Fax Accounts
Sending and Receiving Faxes
Scanning Documents
Configuring Windows Sidebar
Windows Sidebar Gadgets
Summary
Key Terms
Apply Your Knowledge
Exercises
Exam Questions
Answers to Exercises
Answers to Exam Questions
Suggested Readings and Resources
Chapter 8 Maintaining and Optimizing Systems That Run Windows Vista
Introduction
Troubleshooting Performance Issues
Reliability and Performance Monitor
Command-Line Utilities
New Vista Technologies for Enhancing System Performance
Troubleshooting Reliability Issues by Using Built-in Diagnostic Tools
System Configuration Utility
Task Manager
Event Viewer
Configuring Windows Update
Working with Windows Update
Using a WSUS Server with Windows Vista
Windows Update Group Policies
Configuring Data Protection
Using Windows Backup to Protect Your Data
Data Security
BitLocker Drive Encryption
Summary
Key Terms
Apply Your Knowledge
Exercises
Exam Questions
Answers to Exam Questions
Suggested Readings and Resources
Chapter 9 Configuring and Troubleshooting Mobile Computing
Introduction
Configuring Mobile Devices
Mobile PC Control Panel
Windows Mobility Center
Networking with Mobile Computers
Configuring Infrared Devices
Configuring Mobile Display Settings
Presentation Settings
Using a Networked Projector
External Monitors
Windows SideShow
Configuring Tablet PC Software
Tablet PC Settings
Tablet PC Input Panel
The Snipping Tool
Touch Screen Support
Configuring Power Options
Power Plans
Battery Meter
Power Management and Group Policy
Summary
Key Terms
Apply Your Knowledge
Exercises
Exam Questions
Answers to Exam Questions
Suggested Readings and Resources
Part II: Final Review
Fast Facts
Introducing Windows Vista
Installing Windows Vista
Upgrading to Windows Vista
Configuring and Troubleshooting Post-Installation System Settings
Configuring Windows Security Features
Configuring Network Connectivity
Configuring Applications Included with Windows Vista
Monitoring and Optimizing System Performance and Reliability
Configuring and Troubleshooting Mobile Computing
Practice Exam
Answers to Practice Exam
Part III: Appendixes
What’s on the CD-ROM
Glossary
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