Microsoft 70-687 Configuring Windows 8.1

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*Please Note: The Microsoft 70-687 exam associated with this course has been retired by Microsoft. However, this course still retains value as a training resource. You will also receive a certificate of completion from us once you have completed your course*

This course has been designed to prepare you for the Microsoft 70-687 exam. The exam covers the following topics:

• Install and upgrade to Windows 8.1.
• Configure hardware and applications.
• Configure network connectivity.
• Configure access to resources.
• Configure remote access and mobility.
• Monitor and maintain Windows clients.
• Configure system and data recovery options.

It is ideal for students or IT professionals looking to learn how to configure or support Windows 8 computers, devices, users, and associated network and security resources. The networks which these professionals typically work with are configured as domain-based or peer-to-peer environments with access to the Internet and cloud services. The IT professional could be a consultant, a full-time desktop support technician, or an IT generalist who administers Windows 8–based computers and devices as a portion of their broader technical responsibilities.

Model Breakdown

Module 1: Installing and Deploying Windows 8.1

Course Introduction

• 1.2 Introduction to Windows 8.1
• 1.3 Preparing to Install Windows 8.1
• 1.4 Understanding Deployment Options Part 1
• 1.5 Understanding Deployment Options Part 2
• 1.6 Upgrading to Windows 8.1
• 1.7 Migrating to Windows 8.1
• 1.8 Automating Installations Part 1
• 1.9 Automating Installations Part 2
• 1.10 Automating Installations Part 3
• 1.11 Windows Activation

Module 2: Enterprise Management in Windows 8.1

• 2.1 Local and Management Tools Part 1
• 2.2 Local and Management Tools Part 2
• 2.3 Using Windows Power Shell to Manage Windows 8.1 Part 1
• 2.4 Using Windows Power Shell to Manage Windows 8.1 Part 2
• 2.5 Using Windows Power Shell to Manage Windows 8.1 Part 3
• 2.6 Using Group Policy to Manage Windows 8.1

Module 3: Managing User Settings

• 3.1 Managing User Profiles
• 3.2 User State Virtualization
• 3.3 User Profile Migration

Module 4: Configuring Hardware Access

• 4.1 Managing and Maintaining Hard Disk Drives Part 1
• 4.2 Managing and Maintaining Hard Disk Drives Part 2
• 4.3 Working with Device Drivers

Module 5: Configuring Networking

• 5.1 Configuring IPv4 Part1
• 5.2 Configuring IPv4 Part2
• 5.3 Configuring IPv4 Part3
• 5.4 Configuring IPv6
• 5.5 Managing Name Resolution
• 5.6 Configuring Wireless Connections
• 5.7 Troubleshooting Network Connections

Module 6: Configuring Resource Access

• 6.1 Configuring Network Access
• 6.2 Managing File Access with NTFS
• 6.3 Managing Shared Folders
• 6.4 Configure and Manage Printers
• 6.5 Providing Access to Non-Domain Devices
• 6.6 Planning to Use One Drive

Module 7: Configuring Applications

• 7.1 Installing and Configuring Applications
• 7.2 Managing Apps from the Windows Store
• 7.3 Controlling Desktop Applications
• 7.4 Manage Internet Explorer
• 7.5 Using Virtualization to Support Applications

Module 8: Managing Security in Windows 8.1

• 8.1 Overview of Network Security
• 8.2 Managing the Windows Firewall
• 8.3 Malware Protection
• 8.4 Configuring Data Security
• 8.5 User Account Control

Module 9: Optimizing and Recovering Windows 8.1

• 9.1 Performance Monitoring and Optimization
• 9.2 Managing and Troubleshooting Reliability
• 9.3 Troubleshooting with Event Viewer
• 9.4 Managing Windows Updates
• 9.5 Backing up Data
• 9.6 Recovery Options

Module 10: Mobile Computing with Windows 8.1

• 10.1 Configuring Mobile Computer Settings
• 10.2 Configuring VPNs
• 10.3 Overview of Direct Access
• 10.4 Conclusion

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