New Horizons Computer Learning Center
410-597-9722

Windows Vista - Level 2

Course Length: 1 Day

Overview:
In this course, students share files and resources over a network. They will explore how Windows Vista takes advantage of the Internet and will learn how to customize and maintain their computers to create an efficient workspace.

Prerequisites:
Windows Vista - Level 1

Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Customize the Windows Vista environment
• Work with Windows Vista applications
• Work with Internet Explorer 7.0
• Manage network communication and sharing
• Back up and restore files and folders
• Enhance system performance using technologies available in Windows Vista

Course Content

• Apply a Theme or Color Scheme
• Implement Windows Aero
• Modify the Display Settings
• Modify Device Settings

Lesson 2: Working with Windows Vista Applications

• Manage Contact Information Using Windows Contacts
• Manage Appointments and Tasks Using Windows Calendar
• Schedule Applications
• Use the Snipping Tool to Capture Screens
• Manage Pictures Using Windows Photo Gallery

Lesson 3: Working with Internet Explorer 7.0

• Manage Web Pages Using Internet Explorer 7.0
• Manage RSS Feeds
• Search the Web
• Configure the Basic Internet Explorer Privacy Settings

Lesson 4: Managing Network Communications and Sharing

• An Overview of Networks
• Access Network Resources
• Share Files and Folders
• Access Offline Files
• Synchronize Data Using Sync Center
• Collaborate Using Windows Meeting Space

Lesson 5: Backing Up and Restoring Data

• Back Up Your Data
• Restore Data

Lesson 6: Enhancing System Performance

• View System Information
• Optimize Power Consumption
• Improve the System Performance with ReadyBoost

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