Microsoft Windows XP Advanced: Customizing the Windows XP Environment

Overview/Description
This course, Microsoft Windows XP Advanced: Customizing the Windows XP Environment, offers hands-on instruction for using the advanced tools in Windows XP. You can use Windows XP to change the operating system's interface, manage your devices, set up a network, and work with files on the go.

Target Audience
This course is designed for advanced users of the Microsoft Windows platform or those new to Microsoft Windows XP. Experience navigating in the Windows environment is required.

Expected Duration
This course, including the practice exercises, will take up to four hours to complete.

Objectives:

Customizing Windows XP

  • Customize the Start menu
  • Add program and file shortcuts to the Start menu
  • Customize the taskbar
  • Adjust visual effects
  • Change views in Windows Explorer
  • Modify folder options
  • Modify file associations
  • View and modifying file and folder properties
  • Choose a power scheme
  • Set a screen saver password
  • Set file and folder permissions

    • Managing Devices

  • Install a Plug and Play device
  • Install a non-Plug and Play device
  • Install software
  • Remove software
  • Install a printer
  • Change printer properties
  • Manage print jobs
  • Install and configure the fax component

    • Networking Your Computer and Using Windows on the Go

  • Create a home or small office network
  • Add a connection to your computer
  • View and modify network connection properties
  • Map a network drive
  • Set up Remote Desktop
  • Use Remote Desktop
  • Work offline items
  • Make Web pages available offline
  • Work with Briefcase


    • Course Number: MWNE0203