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Installing, Administering and Configuring Microsoft Windows XP Professional (Fasttrack) Course

Course Description

This course will help the student prepare for the following Microsoft Certified Professional exams:
  • Exam 70-210,Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
  • Exam 70-270,Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional
This course covers the subject areas covered in Microsoft Course MS2285.

Course pre-requisites:

Before attending this course, students must have:
  • CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent knowledge
  • CompTIA Network+ certification or equivalent knowledge
and, completed the following courses:
  • Managing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment
  • Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment

Topics covered on the 2 day Installing, Administering and Configuring Microsoft Windows XP Professional (Fasttrack) course

Installing Windows XP Professional

  • Manually Installing Windows XP Professional
  • Automating a Windows XP Professional Installation
  • Using an Image to Install Windows XP Professional
  • Transferring User Files and Settings to a New Computer
  • Installing Windows XP Service Pack 2
  • Monitoring Windows XP Professional Security Status by Using Security Center

Adding Hardware to Windows XP Professional Clients

  • Installing Hardware Devices
  • Configuring Modems, Printers, and Monitors
  • Troubleshooting Device Drivers
  • Disabling and Uninstalling Hardware Devices

Resolving Boot Process Issues

  • Understanding the Boot Process
  • Using Advanced Boot Options
  • Using the Boot.ini file to Change Startup Behavior
  • Using the Recovery Console to Start a Computer

Configuring the Desktop Environment

  • Configuring User Desktop Settings
  • Configuring System Settings
  • Managing User Profiles
  • Using Remote Administration
  • Using Remote Assistance in Windows XP Professional

Configuring Internet Explorer and Supporting Applications

  • Configuring Security and Connection Settings for Internet Explorer
  • Customizing and Deploying Internet Explorer Settings
  • Supporting Applications in Microsoft Windows XP Professional

Configuring Windows XP Professional to Operate in a Microsoft Network

  • Configuring Microsoft Windows XP Professional for a Workgroup
  • Configuring Local Security
  • Configuring Windows Firewall
  • Configuring Network Options in a Workgroup
  • Joining a Domain

Configuring Windows XP Professional for Mobile Computing

  • Configuring Hardware for Mobile Computing
  • Configuring Power Management for Mobile Computing
  • Making Files and Web Sites Available Off Line

Course Classification:  Technical Training Course

This is an instructor led training course taught in a classroom based environment.


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Course Fee = £645   (excl.VAT)

Scheduled course dates

March 2010April 2010May 2010June 2010July 2010
4-58-927-28--

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If you would prefer to run this course at your premises as you have several employees to place on the course perhaps, then we are also able to offer onsite Windows XP Training and bespoke Windows XP courses

The Installing, Administering and Configuring Microsoft Windows XP Professional (Fasttrack) course qualifies for the PTR Training Passport SAVE IT Scheme, which offers discounts on bookings for multiple courses and/or multiple delegates.