Publisher: Microsoft
Version: XP
Length: 5 day s
Course-ID: 085603

Overview

In this course, you'll build on your background knowledge of Windows operating systems as you acquire the specific skills required to install, administer, and support Windows XP Professional desktop computers in a workgroup or domain environment.

Prerequisites

Windows XP Introduction or equivalent knowledge. It is also recommended that students have experience supporting Windows networks and end users.

Benefits

This course provides knowledgeable personnel who can support desktops running Windows XP Professional.

Target student

This course is designed for information technology professionals who have end-user experience with Windows operating systems and networks, and who will be responsible for installing, configuring, and administering Windows XP Professional workstations and supporting Windows XP users on an established network, either in workgroups or in Windows domains.


Managing User Logons
  • Create and Modify Local Accounts
  • Set the Logon Method
  • Set Local Logon Security Policies
  • Join an Active Directory Domain
  • Add Domain Groups to Local Groups
  • Determine Effective Policies
Managing File and Print Resources
  • Set File and Folder Permissions
  • Share a Folder
  • Troubleshoot Permissions Assignments
  • Install a Printer
  • Troubleshoot Printing
Managing Network Configuration
  • Configure Dynamic TCP/IP Clients
  • Configure an Alternate TCP/IP Configuration
  • Troubleshoot TCP/IP Network Connectivity
  • Install NWLink
  • Adjust Binding Order
  • Install the Client Service for NetWare
  • Adjust Network Provider Order
Configuring the User Environment
  • Modify the Default User Profile
  • Configure Accessibility Settings
  • Configure Regional Options
  • Store Credentials for Remote Connections
  • Add or Remove Software
  • Configure Environment Variables
  • Add or Remove Windows Components
Supporting Remote Access Users
  • Create an Outbound Connection
  • Share an Internet Connection
  • Create an Incoming Connection
  • Establish a Remote Desktop Session
  • Establish a Remote Assistance Session
Supporting Mobile Users
  • Optimize Power Management Settings
  • Implement a Hardware Profile
  • Configure Folders for Offline Access
  • Configure Clients to Access Files Offline
  • Configure Offline Web Page Access
Securing Data with File Encryption
  • Use File Encryption
  • Add Encrypted File Users
  • Obtain User Certificates Manually
  • Export and Import Certificates
  • Recover Encrypted Files
  • Create a Local Data Recovery Agent
Optimizing Disk Usage
  • Compress Files and Folders
  • Clean Up the Hard Disk
  • Defragment Disks
  • Create Formatted Drives
  • Convert a FAT Partition to NTFS
  • Upgrade a Basic Disk to Dynamic Storage
  • Extend a Simple Volume
Optimizing System Performance
  • Document System Resources
  • Optimize System Resource Use
  • Configure Virtual Memory
  • Optimize the Boot Time
  • Optimize Visual Effects
Managing System Hardware
  • Take a Hardware Inventory
  • Add or Remove Hardware
  • Configure Multiple-display Support
  • Update Device Drivers
  • Configure Driver Signing Verification
  • Troubleshoot Hardware Problems
Safeguarding the System
  • Manage Event Logs
  • Configure System Failure Options
  • Create a Boot Floppy Disk
  • Install the Recovery Console
  • Configure a System Restore Point
  • Back Up User Data
  • Back Up the System State Data
  • Prepare for Automated System Recovery (ASR)
Recovering from System Problems
  • Troubleshoot Running Processes
  • Use Event Logs to Diagnose Problems
  • Use Safe Mode Boot Options
  • Use the Last Known Good (LKG) Boot Option
  • Use a Boot Floppy Disk
  • Use Recovery Console
  • Restore the System to a Restore Point
  • Restore User Data
  • Restore System State Data
  • Perform ASR
Installing Windows XP Professional
  • Prepare for Installation
  • Preserve A User State
  • Install Windows XP Professional
  • Update Windows XP Professional
  • Migrate a User State
Automating Windows XP Professional Installations
  • Create Unattended Setup Files
  • Perform an Unattended Installation
  • Deploy a Prepared Computer
  • Prepare a Computer Image
  • Deploy a Computer Image