Microsoft® Windows Vista™: New Features

Course Specifications

Course number: 085606
Software: Microsoft Windows Vista
Course length: 1 day(s)

Course Description

You are familiar with the earlier versions of Microsoft's Windows® operating systems. Every new Windows version includes features and enhancements to overcome the limitations and drawbacks of its predecessors. Microsoft® Windows® Vista™ is the latest release in the Microsoft Windows operating system family. In this course, you will use the new features in Windows Vista to improve your workflow efficiency and business productivity.

Course Objective: You will use the new features in Microsoft Windows Vista to streamline your work and maximize productivity.

Target Student: The course is intended for computer users who have Windows Vista installed on their computer and are familiar with older versions of Microsoft’s client operating systems.

Prerequisites: Some experience of working in either a Windows XP or Windows 2000 desktop operating system environment is required.

Delivery Method: Instructor led, group-paced, classroom-delivery learning model with structured hands-on activities.

Platform Requirements

• Microsoft® Windows Vista™ Business Edition.

Software Requirements

• Microsoft® Windows Vista™ Business Edition
• Microsoft® Office 2007®
• DirectX 9

Performance-Based Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Examine the various changes and new interface components of the Windows Vista environment.
• Use new Windows Vista™ functions to search for folders and files.
• Work with the new organizational and productivity tools and applications provided in Windows Vista™.
• Share data and collaborate with other users using the networking and sharing options of Windows Vista™.
• Enhance system performance by using several features provided by Vista.
• Enhance your system security against online threats and unauthorized access.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Exploring Windows Vista™

Topic 1A: Get Started with Windows Vista

Topic 1B: The Windows Vista User Interface

Topic 1C: Examine New Features in Windows Explorer

Topic 1D: Configure the Sidebar

Topic 1E: Implement Windows® Aero™

Lesson 2: Searching for Folders and Files

Topic 2A: Search to Locate Folders and Files in Windows Explorer

Topic 2B: Search for Files Using the Advanced Search Options

Lesson 3: Working with New Tools and Applications in Windows Vista

Topic 3A: Manage Calendars and Tasks

Topic 3B: Use Internet Explorer® 7 to Access the Web

Topic 3C: Manage Pictures

Lesson 4: Networking to Share and Collaborate

Topic 4A: Use the Network And Sharing Center to Share Content

Topic 4B: Synchronize Data with Sync Center

Topic 4C: Collaborate Online with Windows Meeting Space

Topic 4D: Modify the Mobile PC Settings

Lesson 5: Enhancing Performance in Windows Vista

Topic 5A: Optimize Power Consumption

Topic 5B: Improve Computer Performance

Lesson 6: Enhancing System Security

Topic 6A: Protect the System from Online Threats

Topic 6B: Implement Windows Vista Security Features

Topic 6C: Backup and Restore Files and Folders

Appendix A: Regrouped Features in Windows Vista™