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Exam Ref 70-687: Configuring Windows 8.1

by Joli Ballew

March 2014

Intermediate to advanced

384 pages

10h 46m

English

Microsoft Press

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Objective 1.1: Evaluate hardware readiness and compatibilityChoose the ideal Windows 8.1 editionPerform readiness testsChoose an installation option (clean or upgrade)Objective summaryObjective reviewObjective 1.2: Install Windows 8.1Perform manual installations and upgradesPerform a clean installationUpgrade from Windows 7Upgrade from Windows 8Migrate from previous versions of WindowsUse the Windows Easy Transfer Wizard on stand-alone workstationsAutomate installations in enterprisesInstall additional Windows featuresInstall additional featuresConfigure Windows for additional languagesAdd a languageDownload and install language packsChange your Windows display languageSwitch between keyboardsAdd a keyboard layout for a languageInstall as Windows To Go and to VHDInstall as Windows To GoInstall to VHDExplore the custom Windows 8.1 installationObjective summaryObjective reviewObjective 1.3: Migrate and configure user dataUse Windows Easy TransferExplore the User State Migration ToolExplore Windows PEExplore USMTConfigure folder locationConfigure profilesExplore and configure a Microsoft Account profileUnderstand the local user profileConfigure a roaming user profileUnderstand the mandatory user profileObjective reviewChapter summaryAnswersObjective 1.1: Thought experimentObjective 1.1: ReviewObjective 1.2: Thought experimentObjective 1.2: ReviewObjective 1.3: Thought experimentObjective 1.3: Review
Objective 2.1: Configure devices and device driversInstall and manage drivers with Device ManagerInstall and uninstallDisable and rollbackConfigure devicesUse Devices and PrintersUse Device StageUse Pnputil.exe to manage the Driver StoreCreate a driver update policyObjective summaryObjective reviewObjective 2.2: Install and configure desktop apps and Windows Store appsInstall and repair applicationsMSIExecExplore the Application Compatibility ToolkitManage access to the Windows StoreDisable access using Group Policy EditorDisable access using group policiesObjective summaryObjective reviewObjective 2.3: Control access to local hardware and applicationsConfigure application restrictions using AppLockerConfigure application restrictions using Software Restriction PoliciesManage installation of and access to removable devicesConfigure Assigned AccessObjective summaryObjective reviewObjective 2.4: Configure Internet Explorer 11 and Internet Explorer for the desktopConfigure Compatibility View and explore Group Policy settingsConfigure security and privacy settingsManage add-ons, toolbars, extensions, search providers, and moreConfigure Download ManagerObjective summaryObjective reviewObjective 2.5: Configure Hyper-VCreate and configure a virtual machineCreate a virtual machineConfigure a virtual machineInstall integration servicesCreate and manage checkpointsCreate and configure virtual switchesCreate and configure virtual disksMove a virtual machineObjective summaryObjective reviewChapter summaryAnswersObjective 2.1: Thought experimentObjective 2.1: ReviewObjective 2.2: Thought experimentObjective 2.2: ReviewObjective 2.3: Thought experimentObjective 2.3 ReviewObjective 2.4: Thought experimentObjective 2.4: ReviewObjective 2.5: Thought experimentObjective 2.5: Review
Objective 3.1: Configure IP settingsConfigure IP settingsExplore the Local Area Network Connections Properties dialog boxConnect to a networkConfigure network locationsConfigure name resolutionResolve connectivity issuesNetwork and sharing centerAction Center troubleshooting toolsCommand-line toolsObjective summaryObjective reviewObjective 3.2: Configure networking settingsConnect to a wireless networkManage preferred wireless networksConfigure location-aware printingConfigure network adaptersObjective summaryObjective reviewObjective 3.3: Configure and maintain network securityConfigure Network DiscoveryConfigure Windows FirewallMonitor the Windows FirewallAllow an app through the Windows FirewallConfigure Windows Firewall with Advanced SecurityConfigure connection security rules (IPsec)Create authenticated exceptionsObjective summaryObjective reviewObjective 3.4: Configure remote managementConfigure and use Remote Assistance and Remote DesktopEnable or disable remote featuresExplore Remote Desktop optionsConfigure and use Remote AssistanceMake modifications remotely using an MMCExplore Remote Management tools and configure settingsEnable Remote ManagementExecute commands from a command promptMake modifications remotely using Windows PowerShellAccess the applicable Group Policy settingsObjective summaryObjective reviewChapter summaryAnswersObjective 3.1: Thought experimentObjective 3.1: ReviewObjective 3.2: Thought experimentObjective 3.2: ReviewObjective 3.3: Thought experimentObjective 3.3: ReviewObjective 3.4: Thought experimentObjective 3.4: Review
Objective 4.1: Configure shared resourcesConfigure HomeGroup settingsConfigure shared folder permissionsPublic folder sharingAny folder sharingOther ways to shareShare from a command lineShare using an MMCShare using windows powershellConfigure file librariesConfigure shared printersAdd a printer and configure sharingShare and configure a printer manuallyKnow common print termsSet up and configure SkyDriveObjective summaryObjective reviewObjective 4.2: Configure file and folder accessConfigure NTFS permissionsPermission terminology and rulesBasic and advanced permissionsInheritanceMove, copy, and permission inheritanceIcacls.exeResource ownershipConfigure disk quotasEncrypt files and folders using EFSConfigure object access auditingObjective summaryObjective reviewObjective 4.3: Configure authentication and authorizationSet up and configure a Microsoft accountConfigure authentication in workgroups and domainsPassword policiesAccount Lockout policiesConfigure virtual smart cards and biometricsSmart cards and virtual smart cardsUse biometricsLocal security settingsConfigure user rightsManage credentials and certificatesCredentialsCertificatesConfigure User Account Control behaviorObjective summaryObjective reviewChapter summaryAnswersObjective 4.1: Thought experimentObjective 4.1: ReviewObjective 4.2: Thought experimentObjective 4.2: ReviewObjective 4.3: Thought experimentObjective 4.3: Review
Objective 5.1: Configure remote connectionsConfigure remote authenticationVPN protocolsAuthentication protocolsConfigure Remote Desktop settingsConfigure VPN connections and authenticationEnable VPN ReconnectConfigure broadband tetheringObjective summaryObjective reviewObjective 5.2: Configure mobility optionsConfigure offline file policiesConfigure power policiesUse powercfg.exeCreate power policiesConfigure sync optionsSync Center and configuring Sync OptionsConfigure sync options in PC SettingsWork FoldersConfigure Wi-Fi DirectConfigure Windows To GoCreate a workspace with the Create a Windows To Go Workspace WizardCreate a workspace with Windows PowerShellObjective summaryObjective reviewObjective 5.3: Configure security for mobile devicesConfigure BitLockerConfigure BitLocker from Control PanelConfigure BitLocker using Manage-BDEConfigure BitLocker To GoConfigure startup key storageObjective summaryObjective reviewChapter summaryAnswersObjective 5.1: Thought experimentObjective 5.1: ReviewObjective 5.2: Thought experimentObjective 5.2: ReviewObjective 5.3: Thought experimentObjective 5.3: Review
Objective 6.1: Configure and manage updatesUpdate Windows Store appsConfigure update settingsWindows Server Update ServicesManage update historyRoll back updatesConfigure Windows Update policiesDo Not Display “Install Updates And Shut Down” Option In Shut Down WindowsDo Not Adjust Default Option To “Install Updates And Shut Down” In Shut Down WindowsEnabling Windows Update Power Management To Automatically Wake Up The System To Install Scheduled UpdatesAlways Automatically Restart At The Scheduled TimeConfigure Automatic UpdatesSpecify Intranet Microsoft Update Service LocationAutomatic Updates Detection FrequencyDo Not Connect To Any Windows Update Internet LocationsAllow Non-Administrators To Receive Update NotificationsTurn On Software NotificationsAllow Automatic Updates Immediate InstallationTurn On Recommended Updates Via Automatic UpdatesNo Auto-Restart With Logged On Users For Scheduled Automatic Updates InstallationsRe-Prompt For Restart With Scheduled InstallationsDelay Restart For Scheduled InstallationsReschedule Automatic Updates Scheduled InstallationsEnable Client-Side TargetingAllow Signed Updates From An Intranet Microsoft Update Service LocationObjective summaryObjective reviewObjective 6.2: Manage local storageManage disk volumesTerms you need to knowUse Disk ManagementUse DiskpartCheck Disk and Disk CleanupManage file system fragmentationManage Storage SpacesObjective summaryObjective reviewObjective 6.3: Monitor system performanceConfigure Task ManagerProcesses tabPerformance tabApp History tabStartup tabUsers tabDetails tabServices tabMonitor system resourcesConfigure indexing optionsConfigure and analyze event logsConfigure event subscriptionsOptimize networking performanceBasic troubleshooting toolsPerformance MonitorObjective summaryObjective reviewChapter summaryAnswersObjective 6.1: Thought experimentObjective 6.1: ReviewObjective 6.2: Thought experimentObjective 6.2: ReviewObjective 6.3: Thought experimentObjective 6.3: Review
Objective 7.1: Configure system recoveryPerform a driver rollbackConfigure a recovery driveUse Windows REUse additional recovery toolsConfigure System Restore and create a restore pointPerform a refresh or recycleObjective summaryObjective reviewObjective 7.2: Configure file recoveryRecover files from SkyDriveConfigure File HistoryRestore previous versions of files and foldersObjective summaryObjective reviewChapter summaryAnswersObjective 7.1: Thought experimentObjective 7.1: ReviewObjective 7.2: Thought experimentObjective 7.2: Review

Overview

Fully updated for Windows 8.1! Prepare for Microsoft Exam 70-687 - and help demonstrate your real-world mastery of configuring Windows 8.1 in the enterprise. Designed for experienced IT professionals ready to advance their status, Exam Ref focuses on the critical-thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the MCSA or MCSE level.

Focus on the expertise measured by these objectives:

Install and upgrade to Windows 8.1

Configure hardware and applications

Configure network connectivity

Configure access to resources

Configure remote access and mobility

Monitor and maintain Windows clients

Configure backup and recovery options

This Microsoft Exam Ref:

Organizes its coverage by objectives for Exam 70-688.

Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you.

Designed for IT professionals who have real-world experience configuring or supporting Windows 8.1 computers, devices, users, and associated network and security resources.

Note: Exam 70-688 counts as credit toward MCSA and MCSE certifications

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