Microsoft Windows XP Advanced: Managing System Performance

Overview/Description
Microsoft Windows XP is a personal computer operating system that provides a simple-to-use, graphical user interface that you interact with via simple commands. This course offers hands-on instruction for using system maintenance and repair tools in Windows XP. You can use Windows XP to view and modify your system properties, to perform routine maintenance, and to diagnose and resolve system issues.

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:

Working with System Information and Properties

  • View system properties
  • Change your computer name and description
  • Select a user profile
  • View disk properties
  • Create hardware profiles
  • Use the Device Manager
  • Identify components in the Task Manager
  • Manage programs using the Task Manager
  • Manage processes using the Task Manager
  • Use Computer Management
  • Use System Information

    • Performing Routine System Maintenance

  • Back up data using a wizard
  • Back up system settings using a wizard
  • Identify backup options
  • Back up data in Advanced mode
  • Use Disk Cleanup
  • Use Disk Defragmenter
  • Change performance options
  • Select and install Windows updates
  • Automatically download Windows updates
  • Add a scheduled task
  • Modify a scheduled task

    • Diagnosing and Repairing System Issues

  • Use System Restore
  • Restore files and settings
  • Set recovery options
  • Roll back device drivers
  • Use the error-checking tool
  • Use Network Diagnostics
  • Use the troubleshooters
  • Use Remote Assistance
  • Enable error reporting


    • Course Number: MWNE0204