The Only Hands-On Training Course that Breaks Down Windows XP Pro Step-by-Step on a Live Network!
Suprisingly, an estimated 90% of companies and organizations are still running Windows XP Pro on their networks.
While some companies are slowly migrating to Vista, a vast majority are sticking with Windows XP Pro for the foreseeable future. So don't abandon XP just yet. Your proficiency in Windows XP Pro will remain in high demand for quite some time.
And if you're serious about credentials, this course will also help you pass the 70-270 exam: installing, configuring and administering Windows XP Professional!
Check Out the Practical Knowledge and Skills You'll Gain from Our Windows XP Professional
Training Course...
"Can I take this Windows XP Professional Course?"
YES! Our Windows XP Pro course is designed for beginners because it starts out at a basic level, which is installing an operating system. However, it gets into great detail concerning advanced aspects of XP, which is perfect for advanced users and will be easy to follow for beginners as they traverse the course.
Windows XP Professional Course Outline
Introduction
This is a necessary and beneficial part of the course because it outlines where the course will take you from start to finish.
* Meet your Instructor – David Davis
* Course Outline
Lab Setup
Learn the scenario that will be followed for the labs and the course. This is very important because the scenario based training of Windows XP is what sets this course apart from other courses.
* Scenario
* How to Install Windows XP with an Answer File
* Turn Server 2003 into a Domain Controller
Video 1
Introduction to Windows XP
It is important to know where to start before installing XP because laying the groundwork for a successful installation will allow for a smooth installation process.
* What is new in Windows XP & Win XP SP2?
* Difference between XP Home and Pro
* Installation Requirements
* Using Windows Update/Auto Update
Video 2
Windows XP Boot Sequence
In order to install XP correctly you will need to know how to properly boot the operating system and how to troubleshoot any boot issues.
* NTLDR
* Boot.ini
* NTDetect.com
* NTOSKrnl.exe
* Troubleshooting Windows XP boot up issues
Video 3
User & Group Management
Once you have installed XP it is important to be able to properly configure your users and groups to maximize the potential XP has for managing these options.
* Administrative Tools
* Microsoft Management Console
* Changing User Properties
* Fast User Switching
Video 4
Remote Management Tools
If you are employed in the IT department of your company then you know that users will always have technical issues and questions. Being able to remotely access an XP system is an invaluable tool that will allow you to troubleshoot problems more effectively and efficiently.
* Microsoft Management Console (MMC)
* Remote Desktop Management
* Remote Assistance
* PSTools from Sysinternals
* Logmein.com
Video 5
Printer Management
Setting up a printer, print sharing, and security are all issues that you will need to be able to navigate when using XP. Also, troubleshooting printer issues is a common task that any IT employee will take part in. Most users print documents on a daily basis and it’s important to keep this running smoothly.
* Printer Terminology
* Setup Local Printer
* Setup Network Printer
* Share Printers
* Secure Printers
* Setup Printer Pool
* Troubleshoot Printing Troubles
Video 6
Local Security Policies
Security is at or near the top of every company’s list when it comes to computer systems. It is important to know how to implement the security tools in XP to maximize your operating system security.
* Account Policies
* Account Lockout Policy
* Audit Policy
* User Rights Assignment
* Security Options
* Security Templates
Video 7
Windows Firewall
Sticking with the security theme, firewalls are just another way to keep your system secure. Windows offers its own firewall and you can also obtain a third party firewall to keep your system secure. It is important to know how to configure these firewalls and what your best options are when choosing a firewall to protect your system.
* Basics of Client-Side Firewalls
* Pros and Cons
* Application vs port-based
* Windows built-in firewall (with SP2)
* ZoneAlarm
Video 8
Disk Management
Managing your drives with partitions, different drive letters, and various maintenance tasks such as defrag, are simple tasks that can keep your system running at its highest potential. Knowing when to schedule these tasks and how they work can keep your systems viable and operating smoothly long after you thought was possible.
* Partition Basics
* File Systems
* Change Drive Lettering
* Basic vs. Dynamic Disks
* Disk Management Tool
* Disk Defrag
* Scheduling Disk management tools
* Disk Quotas
Video 9
File Management
Knowing how to share and secure files and folders will lead to greater efficiency in your office and will ultimately make your staff more effective.
* File & Folder Navigation
* Sharing Folders
* Mapping Shared Folders as Drives (both gui and netuse command)
* Securing a Folder (NTFS, Ownership, Encryption (EFS), Cipher command)
* Encryption
* Offline Folders
* Compression
Video 10
Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
Knowing what you can transfer and how this Wizard works will allow you to configure similar settings on different systems more efficiently.
* What gets transferred
* Demo Transfer
Video 11
Backup and Restore
Backing up and restoring your system information is an invaluable task that all users should take part in. Knowing the proper way to do this in XP will save you time, money, and most importantly will save the information you can’t afford to lose.
* Backup Terminology
* Windows XP Backup
* Automated System Recovery
* System Restore
* 3rd Party Backup/Restore Apps
Video 12
XP in a Domain
Joining a Domain will allow your users to access their accounts from anywhere, it provides for easier and quicker maintenance, and scales more smoothly when adding additional users and systems. This will help your company save time and money.
* Intro to Windows AD Domains
* What changes in Windows XP from Workgroup to Domain
* What are the advantages of a Domain vs. Workgroup
* Join a Domain
Video 13
User Management in Domains
Managing user profiles, folders, and restrictions within your domain will allow you to quickly administer your domain effectively.
* AD Users and Computers
* Profiles (roaming profiles & read only profiles)
* Home Folders
* Logon Scripts
* My Documents Re-direction
* Desktop Restrictions
Video 14
Deploy Application Remotely
Why would you install an application one PC at a time in your office? Knowing how to use the assign method to automate deployment of the application will make this process an incredibly easy one.
* Benefits of Deploying Apps Remotely
* Assign vs. Publish
* Deploy MS Office Using Assign Method
* Deploy an Application Using the Publish Method
Video 15
Monitoring Windows XP
Knowing how to use tools such as the Windows Performance Monitor and Task Manager to monitor you Windows XP PC will greatly improve your system’s performance.
* Monitoring
* Logging
* Auditing
* Task Manager
* Windows Performance Monitor
Video 16
Additional Troubleshooting
Knowing how to use tools such as System Restore and security settings in Internet Explorer will help you take the steps you need to troubleshoot anti-virus problems, spyware issues, and other problems in Windows XP.
* Internet Explorer security settings
* Anti-Virus
* Spybot Seek and Destroy
* Spyblaster
* System Restore/Roll Back
* Firewall
Video 17
Bonus Video
Knowing how to use some of the XP extras that you may not know about will take your understanding of XP to a whole other level.
* Configuring Dual Monitor Support
* How to schedule a reboot
* XP Powertoys
* What is Slipstreaming?
* Slipstream Windows XP SP2
Here is what you get....
17 videos (Nearly 17 Hours) will be provided in High-Quality AVI & WMV format. In other words, you get perfect quality and replication of your instructor's screens. An easy-to-use table of contents allows you to navigate to key areas you wish to focus on.
17 iPod video files to watch Train Signal on the go! A popular request amongst our students who wish to study while they commute (i.e., train). These 320x240 .m4v files are compressed versions of the original course, and play on any iPod that supports video. Also great for reviewing and refreshing your mind "on the job."
17 MP3 Files to listen to Train Signal on the go. Some of our students have requested this option. People would like to be able to listen in their car or while working out. Can be burnt to a CD or copied to portable device. Great supplemental training to the videos.
Instructor Notes – These PDF documents can be printed out and contain the slides used by the instructor throughout the videos. These allow the user a quick easy reference to notes on the slides and make any additional notes for their own learning process.
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