Supporting Windows 7

Description

SUPPORTING WINDOWS 7, 1st edition covers the differences between Windows 7 and Vista, and how to install, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows 7 while supplementing material covered in the A+ Guide to Managing and Maintaining Your PC, 7th edition or A+ Guide to Software, 5th edition.

CONTENTS:

1. INSTALLING AND MAINTAINING WINDOWS 7.

What's New with Window 7. Installing Windows 7. Windows 7 Action Center. Backing Up User Data and the System Image.

2. SECURING AND TROUBLESHOOTING WINDOWS 7.

Windows 7 Utilities and Tools to Support the OS. Securing Windows 7 Resources. Solving Windows 7 Startup Problems.

Appendix A. Labs for Chapter 1: Installing and Maintaining Windows 7.

Lab 1.1: Determine Hardware Compatibility with Windows 7.

Lab 1.2: Install or Upgrade to Windows 7.

Lab 1.3: Navigate and Customize Windows 7.

Lab 1.4: Manage Windows 7 Libraries.

Lab 1.5: Download and Use Microsoft Security Essentials.

Lab 1.6: Install and Use Windows XP Mode and Windows Virtual PC.

Appendix B. Labs for Chapter 2: Securing and Troubleshooting Windows 7.

Lab 2.1: Identify a Hard Drive Bottleneck by Using Performance Tools.

Lab 2.2: Demonstrate Homegroup Security.

Lab 2.3: Use Advanced File and Folder Sharing.

Lab 2.4: Create a Windows 7 Repair Disc.

Lab 2.5: Explore the Repair Disc and the Windows Recovery Environment.