Setting up and Securing Windows 7

Overview/Description
Windows 7 provides tools that enable users to easily manage and maintain the operating system, programs, printers, and system and personal files. This course demonstrates how to use the Control Panel to install and manage programs and printers, and it shows the role User Account Control plays in security. This course also demonstrates how to use Backup and Restore, system protection, power plans, and the Action Center to ensure the computer is properly maintained.

Target Audience
End users either new to Windows, new to Windows 7, or who need to brush up on their basic Windows 7 skills

Expected Duration (hours)
2.0

Lesson Objectives

Setting up and Securing Windows 7

install and remove programs

identify the settings accessible through the Control Panel

install and remove printers

manage printing in Windows 7

identify the options available when printing

install a program

remove a program

install a local printer

print a document

use the Action Center to solve and troubleshoot problems

change the power plan settings

recognize the words and phrases that follow the guidelines for strong passwords

recognize the security impact for User Account Control settings

back up and restore data

create a restore point and perform a system restore

use the Action Center to solve a problem

backup data to a disc

restore data from a backup

perform a system restore