Microsoft Windows Operating System Essentials
Learn Windows Quickly and EasilyThis full-color guide covers the basics of the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system and prepares you to take the Microsoft Technology Associate Exam 98-349, Windows Operating System Fundamentals. The book starts with a practical overview, before walking you through such essentials as clean installs versus upgrades, configuration, security, file and device management, Group Policy, and more. Whether you're preparing for the exam or just brushing up, this is the solid grounding you need to be successful managing Windows Desktop environments.Learn these Windows networking essentials—and more:Windows OS basics—history, architecture, installationUsing the desktop, gadgets, shortcuts, and the Aero interfaceViewing configuration settings and managing the Control PanelWorking with PowerShell navigation and cmdletsUsing Group Policy and understanding virtualizationSetting up devices, file sharing, security, and storageHandling troubleshooting, backup and recovery, and updatesPreparing for MTA Exam 98-349, Windows Operating System FundamentalsView full-color images of key Windows 7 featuresPractical illustrations help reinforce learning objectivesThis striking Essentials book features:Chapter-opening learning objectivesFull coverage of all exam topicsFour-color screenshots and illustrationsEssentials and Beyond—summaries and additional suggested exercisesChapter review questions