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Microsoft Academy: Course 10167: Windows 7 Essentials II
Online

Self-taught course

Description

This online course is part of the Microsoft Academy Online Learning courses.

This one-hour course provides you with an overview of advanced features in Windows 7. It describes the enhancements that help you manage your devices and printers, maintain and troubleshoot problems with your computer, and protect your computer and data. It also describes how Windows 7 helps you easily manage local and remote network connections.

Target audience
  • All current Cambridge University members (departments and colleges)
  • Further details regarding eligibility criteria are available on our main Microsoft Academy Online Learning page under Target Audience
Prerequisites

Home and office workers taking this course should have a basic working knowledge of how to use the Windows 7 operating system. Preferably, they should also complete Course 10166 Windows 7 Essentials before taking this course.

Topics covered

This course covers the following topics:

  • Working with Devices and Printers
  • Maintaining Your Computer and Data
  • Protecting Your Computer and Data
  • Networking and Remote Connectivity
Objectives

At the end of the course, students will be able to:

  • Install, configure, and work with devices and printers.
  • Use the Action Center to maintain your computer, back up your data, and troubleshoot problems.
  • Use Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption, Windows Firewall, and User Account Control (UAC) to protect your computer and data.
  • Understand and use the various networking and remote connectivity features of Windows 7.
Format

Online videos

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