New Features of Windows 7
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Description: This course introduces students to the major new features and enhancements in Windows 7. Students will learn how to customize the Windows 7 environment, use jump lists and gadgets, manage content by using libraries and Windows Explorer, search for content, interact with devices, protect files, troubleshoot problems, and use new privacy and security features in Internet Explorer.
Days: 3 Hours
Prerequisites: Experience with Windows Vista or previous versions of Windows
Unit 1: The Windows 7 environment
Topic A: The Windows 7 desktop
· Identifying desktop components
Topic B: The Start menu and taskbar
· Exploring the Start menu and taskbar
Topic C: Window management
· Switching between windows
· Moving and resizing windows
Unit 2: Customizing the environment
Topic A: Customizing the taskbar and Start menu
· Pinning icons for your frequently used programs
· Removing Start menu shortcuts and taskbar icons
· Customizing Start menu and taskbar properties
· Using Jump Lists
Topic B: Working with gadgets
· Working with gadgets
Unit 3: Libraries, folders, and content
Topic A: Folders and libraries
· Browsing folders in Windows Explorer
· Using libraries
Topic B: Working with Windows Explorer
· Customizing Windows Explorer
· Editing metadata
Topic C: Searching for content
· Searching for file names and contents
Unit 4: Device Stage
Topic A: Devices and printers
· Exploring devices
· Installing a device
· Installing a local printer
Unit 5: File protection and troubleshooting
Topic A: File protection
· Scheduling a backup
· Restoring folders and files from a backup
· Securing your data with BitLocker To Go
Topic B: Troubleshooting
· Troubleshooting a problem
· Making an older program compatible with Windows 7
· Recording and reporting a problem
Unit 6: Internet Explorer 8
Topic A: Internet Explorer security and privacy
· Configuring the SmartScreen Filter
· Configuring security zones
· Managing your browsing data
· Exploring privacy options
