This course provides information on installing and upgrading operating systems. It also covers hardware compatibility, backing up data, and configuring Windows XP driver-signing options.
Objectives:
Use Microsoft's online Hardware Compatibility List
Recognize common Windows operating system components and configuration tools
Create a directory
Install, configure, and optimize operating systems
Perform an operating system upgrade
Backup and restore data
Configure driver-signing options in Windows XP
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Technical Requirements:
P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Adobe Flash Player 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.