Microsoft 70-687: Configuring Windows 8.1
Original price was: £295.00.£99.00Current price is: £99.00.
Course Description
Microsoft’s Configuring Windows 8 course imparts the necessary skills and knowledge for deploying Windows 8, configuring hardware and its applications, mobile applications and network connectivity. Certified professionals can perform a clean installation of Windows 8 with confidence.
Who is this course aimed at?
Ideal for technicians whose job role involves configuring and installing Windows 8 as a standalone network or as a part of a Windows active directory domain in a larger environment.
By choosing online learning instead of a classroom based course, it eliminates the need for time away from work, saving you valuable time and money. It is ideal for those with tight schedules as our online courses give you 12 months unlimited access to all the course materials, so you can study at a pace that suits you. Allowing you to easily resume your studies whenever you have the time. All you need is internet connection to study, so you can study from the comfort of your home or any environment that suits you.
What is included in this course?
When you enrol, you’ll not only gain powerful, career-enhancing skills but also receive exclusive benefits, including:
Course Assessment Process
In order to earn your certification, you’ll have to sit an exam after completing your course with us. To prepare you for your exam, we provide interactive quizzes after each module and a mock exam at the end of your course to ensure you’re fully prepared for the real thing. Once you’ve passed with at least 85%, you’ll be ready to book your exam as a private candidate.
Booking your exam is pretty simple, just purchase your exam voucher and schedule your exam. To make life easier, we can help you find an appropriate exam centre and give you all the information you need to secure your place.
Please note that the exam fees aren’t included in the course price.
Got a question about exams? Contact one of our course advisors. We’re happy to help!
Requirements
Our training works on all devices including Mobile phones, IPad’s, Android tablets, Macs and PC’s.
For the best viewing experience on our state-of-the-art eLearning platform we recommend an internet connection of 10Mbps or better. Please also use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox as your browser with Adobe Flash Player.
Career Path
We’ve put together a list of relevant job titles you can apply for after achieving the Microsoft 70-687: Configuring Windows 8.1 certification (note that some careers may require further study, training and/or work experience):
- Desktop Support Technician
- Desktop Administrator
- Windows 8 Specialist
- Windows Consultant
- Windows Administrator
Course Outline
Module 1: Installing and Deploying Windows 8.1
- 1.1 Course Introduction
- 1.2 Introduction to Windows 8.1
- 1.3 Preparing to Install Windows 8.1
- 1.4 Understanding Deployment Options Part 1
- 1.5 Understanding Deployment Options Part 2
- 1.6 Upgrading to Windows 8.1
- 1.7 Migrating to Windows 8.1
- 1.8 Automating Installations Part 1
- 1.9 Automating Installations Part 2
- 1.10 Automating Installations Part 3
- 1.11 Windows Activation
Module 2: Enterprise Management in Windows 8.1
- 2.1 Local and Management Tools Part 1
- 2.2 Local and Management Tools Part 2
- 2.3 Using Windows Power Shell to Manage Windows 8.1 Part 1
- 2.4 Using Windows Power Shell to Manage Windows 8.1 Part 2
- 2.5 Using Windows Power Shell to Manage Windows 8.1 Part 3
- 2.6 Using Group Policy to Manage Windows 8.1
Module 3: Managing User Settings
- 3.1 Managing User Profiles
- 3.2 User State Virtualization
- 3.3 User Profile Migration
Module 4: Configuring Hardware Access
- 4.1 Managing and Maintaining Hard Disk Drives Part 1
- 4.2 Managing and Maintaining Hard Disk Drives Part 2
- 4.3 Working with Device Drivers
Module 5: Configuring Networking
- 5.1 Configuring IPv4 Part1
- 5.2 Configuring IPv4 Part2
- 5.3 Configuring IPv4 Part3
- 5.4 Configuring IPv6
- 5.5 Managing Name Resolution
- 5.6 Configuring Wireless Connections
- 5.7 Troubleshooting Network Connections
Module 6: Configuring Resource Access
- 6.1 Configuring Network Access
- 6.2 Managing File Access with NTFS
- 6.3 Managing Shared Folders
- 6.4 Configure and Manage Printers
- 6.5 Providing Access to Non-Domain Devices
- 6.6 Planning to Use One Drive
Module 7: Configuring Applications
- 7.1 Installing and Configuring Applications
- 7.2 Managing Apps from The Windows Store
- 7.3 Controlling Desktop Applications
- 7.4 Manage Internet Explorer
- 7.5 Using Virtualization to Support Applications
Module 8: Managing Security in Windows 8.1
- 8.1 Overview of Network Security
- 8.2 Managing The Windows Firewall
- 8.3 Malware Protection
- 8.4 Configuring Data Security
- 8.5 User Account Control
Module 9: Optimizing and Recovering Windows 8.1
- 9.1 Performance Monitoring and Optimization
- 9.2 Managing and Troubleshooting Reliability
- 9.3 Troubleshooting with Event Viewer
- 9.4 Managing Windows Updates
- 9.5 Backing Up Data
- 9.6 Recovery Options
Module 10: Mobile Computing with Windows 8.1
- 10.1 Configuring Mobile Computer Settings
- 10.2 Configuring VPNs
- 10.3 Overview of Direct Access
- 10.4 Conclusion
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