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APVST2 - Microsoft Windows Vista Level Two

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This course is the second and last in the series of Microsoft® Windows Vista™ courses. This course will provide you with skills that will help you manage some of the advanced tasks available in Windows Vista. In this course, you will familiarize yourself with advanced customization techniques and work with applications and programs in Windows Vista. In addition to this, you will also work with Internet Explorer 7.0, manage network communications and data, and enhance system performance.

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Prerequisites

Recommend taking or having equivalent knowledge of Microsoft® Windows Vista™: Level 1.

Detailed Class Syllabus

Lesson 1: Customizing the Windows Vista Environment
Topic 1A: Apply a Theme or Color Scheme
Topic 1B: Implement Windows Aero™
Topic 1C: Modify the Display Settings
Topic 1D: Modify Device Settings

Lesson 2: Working with Windows Vista Applications
Topic 2A: Manage Contact Information Using Windows Contacts
Topic 2B: Manage Appointments and Tasks Using Windows Calendar
Topic 2C: Schedule Applications
Topic 2D: Use the Snipping Tool to Capture Screens
Topic 2E: Manage Pictures Using Windows Photo Gallery

Lesson 3: Working with Internet Explorer 7.0
Topic 3A: Manage Web Pages Using Internet Explorer 7.0
Topic 3B: Manage RSS Feeds
Topic 3C: Search the Web
Topic 3D: Configure the Basic Internet Explorer Privacy Settings

Lesson 4: Managing Network Communications and Sharing
Topic 4A: An Overview of Networks
Topic 4B: Access Network Resources
Topic 4C: Share Files and Folders
Topic 4D: Access Offline Files
Topic 4E: Synchronize Data Using Sync Center
Topic 4F: Collaborate Using Windows Meeting Space

Lesson 5: Backing Up and Restoring Data
Topic 5A: Back Up Your Data
Topic 5B: Restore Data

Lesson 6: Enhancing System Performance
Topic 6A: View System Information
Topic 6B: Optimize Power Consumption
Topic 6C: Improve the System Performance with ReadyBoost