Course details
In this class, IT Professionals will upgrade their technical skills from Windows 7 to Windows 8. The course focuses on the new features and functionality in Windows 8 and related tools and cloud services.
Course Outline
1 - Installing Windows 8
- Introducing Windows 8
- Preparing to Install Windows 8
- Installing Windows 8
- Activating Windows 8
- Lab : Installing Windows 8
2 - Upgrading and Migrating to Windows 8
- Upgrading to Windows 8
- Migrating to Windows 8
- Migrating User Data and Settings
- Lab : Migrating to Windows 8
3 - Administering Windows 8
- Performing the Local and the Remote Management of Windows 8
- Implementing Group Policies
- Administering Windows 8 with Windows Intune
- Introduction to Windows PowerShell 3.0
- Windows PowerShell Remoting
- Lab : Implementing GPOs
- Lab : Administering Windows 8 with Windows PowerShell ISE
4 - Implementing an Application Strategy for Windows 8
- Application Deployment Options in Windows 8
- Mitigating Application Compatibility Issues
- Lab : Mitigating Application Compatibility Issues
5 - Configuring Applications
- Install and Configure Applications
- Managing Apps from the Windows Store
- Configure Internet Explorer Settings
- Configuring Application Restrictions in the Enterprise
- Lab : Configuring Security in Internet Explorer
- Lab : Configuring AppLocker
6 - Configuring Remote Access
- Configuring VPN Access
- Overview of DirectAccess
- Lab : Configuring DirectAccess
7 - Implementing Storage in Windows 8
- Understanding Storage Concepts in Windows 8
- Implementing BitLocker
- File Caching
- Overview of SkyDrive
- Lab : Implementing BitLocker
8 - Protecting and Recovering Windows 8
- Configuring Host-Based Virus and Malware Protection
- Backing Up and Restoring Files in Windows 8
- Recovery options in Windows 8
- Lab : Recovering Windows 8
9 - Implementing Client Hyper-V
- Overview of Client Hyper-V
- Creating Virtual Machines
- Managing Virtual Hard Disks
- Managing Snapshots
- Lab : Implementing Client Hyper-V
10 - Implementing Online Features of Windows 8
- Lab : Implementing Online Features in Windows 8
Target Audience: The primary audience for this course is information technology (IT) professionals who are experienced Windows 7 administrators or support technicians and want to update their skills to Windows 8 and associated administration tools and cloud services.
The secondary audience for this course includes certification candidates who have an existing Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) or Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) level certification for Windows 7 and who want to upgrade those credentials to the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) for Windows 8.
Related Certifications:
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA): Windows 8
Related Exams:
- Upgrading your skills to MCSA Windows 8
Course Location
About New Horizons Ireland
With a very convenient location next to Jervis street in Dublin 1, we offer a wide range of IT and business skills courses and we can also send our instructors to your location.
We are 100% Irish owned, but we are also part of the largest independent IT Training Provider, New Horizons Computer Learning Centres who deliver more courses than any other IT training company.
Because we're local, we understand the needs of business and individuals in our community. Whether you choose to take classes in person or online, you're always welcome to call or stop by.
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