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4 Windows 7
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Learning Outcomes Install and configure Windows 7
Use the features of Windows 7 Manage Windows 7 Configure local security in Windows 7
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Installing Windows 7 LO 4.1
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The Windows 7 Lifecycle Introduced in 2009 Mainstream support
Ended January 13, 2015 Security updates Non-security updates Free support Optional paid support Extended support Ends January 14, 2020 Security updates Optional paid support
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Table 4-1 Windows 7 Minimum Requirements
Windows 7 32-Bit Editions Windows 7 64-Bit Editions Processor 1 GHz 32-bit x86 1 GHz 64-bit x64 System memory 1 GB 2 GB Available hard drive space 16 GB 20 GB Support for DirectX 9 graphics with WDDM 1.0 or higher driver (DirectX 10 required for certain games) √ Graphics memory (to support Aero) 128 MB Audio output (if desired) Internet access (for keeping the OS updated)
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Windows 7 Editions Retail Other Windows 7 Home Premium
Windows 7 Professional Windows 7 Ultimate OEM Enterprise – requires Microsoft Software Assurance plan
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Table 4-2 Upgrade Paths to Windows 7
Windows Vista Edition (with SP1 or SP2) Windows 7 Home Basic Windows 7 Home Premium Windows 7 Professional Windows 7 Enterprise Windows 7 Ultimate Business √ Enterprise Home Basic Home Premium Ultimate
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Preparing to Install Windows 7
Types of Installation Upgrade Multiboot Clean Installation
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Multiboot
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Registration versus Activation
Optional Provides owner information to Microsoft
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Activation Activation User enters product key code
Mandatory for retail editions Antipiracy tool Does not scan personal data Must activate within 30 days User enters product key code Requires Internet connection Use phone if no Internet
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Consider Windows Update Settings
Select automatic for personally owned computer Administrator decides in corporation or school
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Prepare to Transfer Settings and Data
Windows Easy Transfer (WET) on Windows 7 DVD Transfer settings and data to external hard drive or USB flash drive
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Windows Easy Transfer (WET)
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Prepare to Install into a Virtual Machine
Create VM for the installation Configure VM to connect and boot from drive or ISO file
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The Installation Windows Preinstallation Environment (Windows PE)
Scaled-down Windows OS Like the old Windows Setup program Limited drivers Support for file system, network, hardware, GUI
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Postinstallation Tasks
Verifying network access Installing security software Installing updates Virtual machine additions
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Verifying Network Access
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Security Software for Windows 7
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Installing Windows Updates
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Windows 7 Features LO 4.2
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Table 4-3 Features in the Windows 7 Retail Editions
Home Premium Professional Ultimate Improved desktop navigation features √ Improved Instant Search Internet Explorer 8 (Upgrade to newer!) Windows Media Center HomeGroup file and print sharing Windows XP Mode Windows Touch (for touch-sensitive screen) Domain Join wizard Backup to a home or business network BitLocker Switch among 35 languages
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The Windows 7 Desktop Shortcuts Desktop Start menu
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The Windows 7 Desktop Windows Aero Transparent Windows
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The Windows 7 Desktop Windows Aero Windows animations Flip 3D
Aero Snap Aero Peek
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The Windows 7 Desktop Jump Lists and Pinning
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The Windows 7 Desktop
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The Windows 7 Desktop
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The Windows 7 Desktop Notification Area
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The Windows 7 Desktop Notification Area
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The Windows 7 Desktop Action Center message box
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The Windows 7 Desktop Action Center
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The Windows 7 Desktop Libraries
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File System Support FAT File Systems FAT12 FAT16 FAT32 exFAT
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File System Support Windows NTFS File System Master file table (MFT)
Change tracking for recoverability File and folder security File compression File encryption Indexing service
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File System Support File Systems for Optical Discs
CD-ROM File System (CDFS) Reads CD-ROMs Reads and writes CD-R and CD-RW Universal Disk Format (UDF) Reads DVD ROMs Read and writes DVD-R and DVD-RW
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Security Improved User Account Control BitLocker and BitLocker To Go
AppLocker (Active Directory Domain) Windows Defender
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Program Compatibility
Program Compatibility Troubleshooter Windows XP Mode
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Recovery Tools On Windows 7 DVD Restart from DVD
System Recovery Options menu
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System Recovery Options
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Customizing and Managing Windows 7
LO 4.3
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Computer Management Disk Management New drives come with FAT32
Format wipes out data Non-destructive conversion to NTFS Convert d: /fs:ntfs
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Disk Management in Computer Management
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Converting to NTFS
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Preparing the Desktop to Users
Customizing Display Settings Display Resolution Multiple Displays
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Preparing the Desktop for Users
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Preparing the Desktop for Users
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Preparing the Desktop to Users
Adding a Local Printer Simple installation New Devices and Printer applet
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Preparing the Desktop to Users
Connecting to a Network Printer Add a printer in Devices and Printers Local drive installed
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Preparing the Desktop for Users
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Installing and Removing Applications
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Installing and Removing Applications
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Managing Windows Components
Turn Windows features on or off
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Simple File Management
Windows 7 Default File Hierarchy
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Simple File Management
Personal Folders
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Simple File Management
Navigating Windows Explorer Save and open files within apps Outside of apps use Windows Explorer
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Simple File Management
Working with libraries Taskbar icon Libraries pane
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Simple File Management
Working with Libraries Add locations Create new libraries Default save locations
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Managing Local Security in Windows 7
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Administering Local User Accounts
User Accounts Applet Working with User Accounts in Windows
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Administering Local User Accounts
Manage Accounts
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Administering Local User Accounts
User Account Control Fewer events trigger UAC Consent Prompt Credentials Prompt
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Local Security for Files and Folders
File and Folder Permissions Access Control List (ACL) Access Control Entry (ACE) File or folder security page
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Local Security for Files and Folders
Permissions
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Local Security for Files and Folders
Modify Permissions
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Table 4-4 Comparison of Folder and File Standard Permissions
Standard Folder Permissions Standard File Permissions Full control Modify Read and Execute Read Write List folder Contents
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Local Security for Files and folders
NTFS Permission Inheritance Inherited through folder hierarchy Cannot alter inherited permission Block inheritance and assign new permission
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Local Security for Files and Folders
Inherited Permissions
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BitLocker Drive Encryption
For users with high security needs Ultimate or Enterprise edition Windows Vista BitLocker encrypts Windows drive Windows 7 BitLocker encrypts all drives Windows 7 includes BitLocker To Go Encrypts entire drive
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BitLocker Drive Encryption
Encrypt in Windows Explorer
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BitLocker Drive Encryption
Manage in Control Panel
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Windows Defender Free antispyware
Disabled when other security software installed
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Windows Security Essentials
Real-time protection against malware Schedules scans
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Windows Firewall In Windows 7 Home or work Public
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