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Introduction | |
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Windows Operating Systems Overview | |
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Discovering the History of Windows | |
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DOS-The Precursor | |
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Windows 3.1-The GUI | |
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Windows Evolution | |
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Understanding the OS Architecture | |
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The Layers in Windows | |
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Windows Compared to Other Systems | |
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Identifying Windows Interfaces | |
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Using the GUI Interface | |
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Using the Command Prompt Interface | |
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Using Windows PowerShell | |
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The Essentials and Beyond | |
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Installing Windows | |
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Exploring OS Editions | |
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Comparing Windows Editions | |
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Defining System Requirements | |
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Using the PC Upgrade Advisor | |
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Planning Clean Installs vs. Upgrades | |
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Understanding Upgrade Paths | |
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Considering Application Compatibility | |
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Planning for Upgrades | |
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Planning for Clean Installs | |
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Understanding Installation Types | |
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Installing from Removable Media | |
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Performing Network-Based Installations | |
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Managing Product Identification Keys | |
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Using Virtualized Installations | |
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Introducing Virtualization | |
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Application Virtualization | |
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Using Windows Virtual PC | |
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Using Third-Party Virtualization Software | |
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Understanding Windows XP Mode | |
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The Essentials and Beyond | |
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Managing the Desktop | |
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Understanding Desktop Features | |
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Exploring the Desktop | |
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Using the Desktop Configuration Interfaces | |
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Start Menu Settings | |
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Taskbar Settings | |
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Notification Area Settings | |
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Understanding User Profiles and Desktop Relationships | |
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Working with Gadgets | |
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Adding Gadgets to the Desktop | |
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Configuring Gadgets | |
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Installing and Removing Gadgets | |
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Changing Display Settings | |
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Configuring the Screen Resolution | |
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Configuring Screen Magnification | |
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Using Multiple Display Devices | |
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Creating Shortcuts | |
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Creating a New Desktop Shortcut | |
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Modifying a Shortcut | |
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Adding System Icons to the Desktop | |
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Configuring the Aero Interface | |
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Understanding the Aero Features | |
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Using Aero Themes | |
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Configuring Aero Settings | |
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The Essentials and Beyond | |
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Using Native Applications | |
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Using the Traditional Tools | |
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Editing Text | |
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Working with Images | |
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Performing Calculations | |
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Working with Internet Explorer | |
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Exploring the Browser Interface | |
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Using the Tools Menu | |
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Creating Screenshots | |
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Using the Print Screen Button | |
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Working with the Snipping Tool | |
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Using Media Applications | |
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Understanding Media Applications | |
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Configuring Windows Media Player | |
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Viewing Configuration Settings | |
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Using MSCONFIG | |
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Using System Information | |
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PowerShell and Command Prompt Information Gathering | |
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The Essentials and Beyond | |
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Managing with the Control Panel | |
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Understanding Applets . | |
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Defining a Control Panel Applet . | |
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Exploring the Available Applets | |
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Configuring Administrative Tools | |
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Understanding the Administrative Tools Applet | |
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Working with the Administrative Tools | |
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Configuring Accessibility | |
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Windows Accessibility Features | |
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Using the Ease of Access Center | |
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Using Important Applets | |
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Configuring Default Programs | |
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Using the Power Management Tools | |
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Understanding the System Applet | |
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The Essentials and Beyond | |
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Mobility and Remote Management | |
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Understanding Mobility | |
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Using the Sync Center | |
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Using Windows Mobility Center | |
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Using Remote Desktop | |
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Enabling Remote Desktop | |
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Connecting to Remote Desktop | |
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Using Remote Assistance | |
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Enabling and Configuring Remote Assistance | |
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Requesting Assistance | |
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Responding to a Request | |
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Understanding the MMC | |
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Exploring the MMC Interface | |
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Creating Custom Consoles | |
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Working with Windows PowerShell | |
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Understanding Cmdlets | |
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Executing Remote Commands | |
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The Essentials and Beyond | |
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Managing Applications | |
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Planning for Local and Network Applications | |
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Using Localized Applications | |
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Using Networked Applications | |
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Installing, Configuring, and Removing Applications | |
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Understanding Installation Methods | |
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Configuring Applications | |
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Removing Applications | |
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Using Group Policy for Application Control | |
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Restricting Application Installation | |
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Disabling Access to Removable Media | |
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Deploying Applications with Group Policy | |
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Understanding Application Virtualization | |
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Understanding Med-V | |
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Understanding VDI | |
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The Difference between Services and Standard Applications | |
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Defining Services | |
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Configuring Service Settings | |
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Managing Service Accounts | |
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Understanding Service Dependencies | |
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Stopping, Starting, and Restarting Services | |
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The Essentials and Beyond | |
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Controlling Malware | |
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Understanding Malware Types | |
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Understanding Viruses and Worms | |
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Defining Trojans and Backdoors | |
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Avoiding Phishing Attacks | |
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Planning for Malware Protection | |
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Security Defined | |
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Configuring and Using UAC | |
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Selecting Anti-Malware Solutions | |
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Protecting the Windows Registry | |
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Understanding Microsoft Protection Methods | |
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Working with the Action Center | |
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Understanding the Malicious Software Removal Tool | |
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Using Windows Defender | |
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Using Microsoft Security Essentials | |
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Understanding Microsoft Forefront | |
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The Essentials and Beyond | |
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File Management | |
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Understanding Filesystems | |
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Exploring the Purpose of a Filesystem | |
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Comparing Windows Filesystems | |
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Contrasting 32-Bit and 64-Bit Systems | |
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Working with Encryption | |
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Encrypting Files and Folders | |
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Understanding BitLocker Encryption | |
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Managing Encryption Keys | |
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Using Compression | |
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Using Libraries | |
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Library Features and Functionality | |
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Organizing with Libraries | |
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Creating a New Library | |
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Configuring Library Properties | |
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The Essentials and Beyond | |
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Network Shares | |
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Planning for File Sharing | |
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Understanding Network Hardware | |
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Understanding TCP/IP | |
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Working with Network Types | |
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Participating in a Workgroup | |
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Creating a New Homegroup | |
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Joining a Windows Domain | |
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Creating File Shares | |
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Creating Share Types | |
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Mapping Drives | |
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Understanding NTFS and Share Permissions | |
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Understanding Authentication and Authorization | |
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Comparing NTFS and Share Permissions | |
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Creating Share Permissions | |
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Creating NTFS Permissions | |
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Sharing Printers | |
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Creating Printer Shares | |
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Managing Printer Shares | |
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Providing Printer Drivers | |
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The Essentials and Beyond | |
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Device Management | |
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Understanding Device Drivers | |
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Defining Device Drivers | |
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Locating and Downloading Drivers | |
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Installing Third-Party Software | |
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Using the Device Manager | |
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Exploring Plug-and-Play Operations | |
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Understanding Plug-and-Play Features | |
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Defining the Plug-and-Play Process | |
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Connecting and Managing Devices | |
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Initial Device Installation | |
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Updating Drivers | |
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Creating a Driver List | |
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Printers | |
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Comparing Local and Network Printers | |
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Connecting and Disconnecting Printers | |
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Using Print Queues | |
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Printing to a File | |
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Internet Printing | |
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System Devices | |
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Understanding Multimedia Devices | |
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Using Input Devices | |
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Exploring System Board Chipsets | |
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The Essentials and Beyond | |
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Storage Management | |
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Data Storage Concepts | |
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Selecting Hard Drives for Your Computers | |
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Choosing a Filesystem | |
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Understanding Networked Storage | |
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Using DFS | |
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Understanding RAID | |
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Identifying Storage Technologies | |
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Understanding Disk Types | |
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Basic and Dynamic Disks | |
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Virtual Hard Disks | |
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Optical Media | |
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Using Online Storage | |
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Microsoft Online Storage Solutions | |
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Third-Party Online Storage Solutions | |
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The Essentials and Beyond | |
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Windows Troubleshooting | |
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Troubleshooting Processes | |
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REACT | |
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OSI Model | |
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The Hardware/Software Model | |
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Symptom, Diagnosis, and Solution | |
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Systems Thinking | |
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Using Disk Defragmenter | |
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Working with the Defragmenter GUI | |
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Using the DEFRAG Command Prompt Tool | |
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Using Defraggler | |
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Performing a Disk Cleanup | |
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Using the Disk Cleanup Tool | |
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Searching for Large Files | |
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Scheduling Tasks | |
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Accessing Additional Troubleshooting Tools | |
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Using Event Viewer | |
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Task Manager | |
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Resource Monitor | |
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The Essentials and Beyond | |
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Backup and Recovery | |
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Planning for Backups | |
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Comparing Backup Methods and Tools | |
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Understanding Backup Options | |