Course Description
In this class, IT Professionals will upgrade their technical skills from Windows 7 to Windows 8. The course focuses on the new features and functionality in Windows 8 and related tools and cloud services.
After completing this course, students will be able to:• Plan and perform the installation of Windows 8• Install Windows 8 on computers that are running an existing operating system• Administer Windows 8 with administration tools, Group Policy, Windows Intune and Windows PowerShell• Implement an application strategy for Windows 8• Configure and control applications, application compatibility and Internet Explorer• Enable Windows 8 remote access with VPNs and DirectAccess• Implement and manage storage in Windows 8 including BitLockerand SkyDrive• Determine how to recover Windows 8 from various failures• Implement Client Hyper-V and VHDs for Windows 8 and use it to support legacy applications• Implement the online features of Windows 8 by using the boot from VHD feature.
Agenda
Installing Windows 8
- Introducing Windows 8
- Preparing to Install Windows 8
- Installing Windows 8
- Activating Windows 8
- Lab : Installing Windows 8
Upgrading and Migrating to Windows 8
- Upgrading to Windows 8
- Migrating to Windows 8
- Migrating User Data and Settings
- Lab : Migrating to Windows 8
Administering Windows 8
- Performing the Local and the Remote Management of Windows 8
- Implementing Group Policies
- •Administering Windows 8 with Windows Intune
- ntroduction to Windows PowerShell 3.0
- Windows PowerShell Remoting
- Lab : Implementing GPOs
- Lab : Administering Windows 8 with Windows PowerShell ISE
Implementing an Application Strategy for Windows 8
- Application Deployment Options in Windows 8
- Mitigating Application Compatibility Issues
- Lab : Mitigating Application Compatibility Issues
Configuring Applications
- Install and Configure Applications
- Managing Apps from the Windows Store
- Configuring Settings in Internet Explorer
- Configuring Application Restrictions in the Enterprise
- Lab : Configuring Security in Internet Explorer
- Configuring Internet Explorer
- Lab : Configuring AppLocker
Configuring Remote Access
- Configuring VPN Access
- Overview of DirectAccess
- Lab : Configuring DirectAccess
Implementing Storage in Windows 8
- Understanding Storage Concepts in Windows 8
- Implementing BitLocker
- File Caching
- Overview of SkyDrive
- Lab : Implementing BitLocker
Protecting and Recovering Windows 8
- Configuring Host-Based Virus and Malware Protection
- Backing Up and Restoring Files in Windows 8
- Recovery Options in Windows 8
- Lab : Recovering Windows 8
Implementing Client Hyper-V
- Overview of Client Hyper-V
- Creating Virtual Machines
- Managing Virtual Hard Disks
- Managing Snapshots
- Lab : Implementing Client Hyper-V
Implementing the Online Features of Windows 8
- Lab : Implementing the Online Features of Windows 8
Audience
The primary audience for this course is information technology (IT) professionals who are experienced Windows 7 administrators or support technicians and want to update their skills to Windows 8 and associated administration tools and cloud services. The secondary audience for this course includes certification candidates who have an existing Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) or Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) level certification for Windows 7 and who want to upgrade those credentials to the Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) for Windows 8.
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Virtual 20689 Upgrading Your Skills to MCSA Windows® 8 Online Live training option
Imagine an industry-leading classroom training experience from wherever you have access to the Internet.
The Virtual Online Live events listed here gives you an effective and proven online virtual learning experience with the freedom to attend virtually from anywhere.
There is also an option of experiencing Online Live from one of the many national partner centers where a computer and headset will be provided for you.
This rich and engaging virtual classroom environment lets you conveniently interact with instructors and other students.
You will hear and see your instructor as they teach the course and answer your questions via voice or text.
Choose the online live virtual training option and you can access the recorded version even after the class has finished.
The onDemand labs give you access to the same client and server technologies covered in class so you can test, apply and hone your skills by accessing the labs before and even after the class.
Technical Requirements: a computer or laptop with a modern browser and high speed internet access along with one or two monitors.