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Microsoft 70-680 TS: Configuring Windows 7

Intermediate10 Hours 56 Minutes146 Course Videos60 Test Questions

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Learn to install, configure, secure and recover Windows 7 in a business with this Microsoft 70-680 course. It runs for 10 hours 56 minutes across 146 videos, with 60 practice questions.

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Microsoft 70-680 TS: Configuring Windows 7 teaches you how to install, set up, secure and maintain Windows 7 in a business. It is for IT support staff and new desktop administrators working towards Microsoft’s 70-680 Technology Specialist exam. The course runs for 10 hours 56 minutes across 146 videos, with 60 practice questions.

What you will learn

  • Install, upgrade and migrate to Windows 7
  • Capture and prepare system images for deployment
  • Manage settings with Group Policy and Windows PowerShell 2.0
  • Work with device drivers, hard disks and application compatibility
  • Set up TCP/IP, IP addresses, name resolution and wireless networks
  • Control access to files, shared folders and printers
  • Set up laptops for mobile working and remote access
  • Protect devices with User Account Control, EFS, BitLocker and Windows Firewall
  • Manage updates and monitor events and performance
  • Use Windows Backup and System Restore to recover a PC

Course outline

  1. Installing, Upgrading and Migrating Windows 7: system requirements, clean installs and upgrades
  2. Deploying Windows 7 in the Enterprise: image-based installs, user state, virtual drives and activation
  3. Enterprise Management in Windows 7: Group Policy and Windows PowerShell 2.0
  4. Configuring Hardware and Applications: drivers, disks, Internet Explorer and app restrictions
  5. Configuring Network Connectivity: TCP/IP, IP addressing, name resolution, wireless and remote management
  6. Configuring Access to Resources: permissions, NTFS, sharing, printers and BranchCache
  7. Configuring Mobile Computing: laptop settings and remote access
  8. Configuring Security Options: UAC, file encryption, BitLocker, firewall and anti-malware
  9. Monitoring and Maintaining Systems: updates, event logs and performance
  10. Configuring Backup and Recovery Options: start-up problems, backup and System Restore

Who this course is for

  • Help desk and desktop support staff
  • New Windows administrators in a business setting
  • IT learners working towards Microsoft desktop certifications
  • Teams that still support Windows 7 machines

Before you start

There are no formal entry requirements. You should be comfortable using Windows and know basic networking terms such as IP address and DNS.

The course is self-paced, so you can fit the short videos around work. Use the 60 practice questions to find weak spots, then rewatch the matching lessons.

About the 70-680 exam

Exam 70-680 was a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) exam. It checked that you could install, configure and look after Windows 7 in a business. It was also a starting point for Microsoft’s higher Windows 7 desktop certifications.

Microsoft has since moved to role-based certifications, so check Microsoft Learn for the status of this exam before you plan to sit it. The setup, security and recovery skills in this course still carry over to newer versions of Windows.

If you want a current Microsoft credential for desktop work, look at the MD-102 Endpoint Administrator path.

Jobs this course supports

  • Desktop support technician
  • IT support specialist
  • Windows system administrator
  • IT administrator

Skill level

Intermediate
Duration

10 Hours 56 Minutes
Videos

146 Course Videos
Questions

60 Test Questions
Certification

Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)
Exam code

70-680
Certification body

Microsoft
Prerequisites

Comfortable with Windows and basic networking terms.
Best for

Desktop support technicians, IT support specialists, new Windows administrators
Topics covered

Installation and upgrades, Image deployment, Group Policy and PowerShell, Network connectivity, File and printer access, Mobile computing, Security options, Backup and recovery
Format

Online video lessons, self-paced
Language

English
Closed captions

Yes
Certificate

StemBoss Certificate of Completion

What is inside this course

10 modules and 70 lessons. Here is the full outline.

Module 1: Installing,Upgrading and Migrating Windows 79 lessons
  1. Course And Instructor Introduction
  2. Introducing Windows 7-Part1
  3. Introducing Windows 7-Part2
  4. Pre Installation Requirements-Part1
  5. Pre Installation Requirements-Part2
  6. Installing Windows 7-Part1
  7. Installing Windows 7-Part2
  8. Upgrading Windows 7
  9. Migrating Windows 7
Module 2: Deploying Windows 7 in the Enterprise11 lessons
  1. Overview Of Image Based Installations-Part1
  2. Overview Of Image Based Installations-Part2
  3. Overview Of Image Based Installations Demo
  4. Capturing System Images-Part1
  5. Capturing System Images-Part2
  6. Capturing System Images-Part3
  7. Preparing Images For Deployment-Part1
  8. Preparing Images For Deployment-Part2
  9. Working With User State
  10. Working With Virtual Drives
  11. Activating Windows 7
Module 3: Enterprise Management in Windows 76 lessons
  1. Automating Management Using Group Policy-Part1
  2. Automating Management Using Group Policy-Part2
  3. Automating Management Using Group Policy-Part3
  4. Using Windows Powershell 2.0-Part1
  5. Using Windows Powershell 2.0-Part2
  6. Using Windows Powershell 2.0-Part3
Module 4: Configuring Hardware and Applications8 lessons
  1. Working With Device Drivers-Part1
  2. Working With Device Drivers-Part2
  3. Working With Hard Disks-Part1
  4. Working With Hard Disks-Part2
  5. Configuring Application Compatibility
  6. Configuring Internet Explorer-Part1
  7. Configuring Internet Explorer-Part2
  8. Configuring Application Restrictions
Module 5: Configuring Network Connectivity11 lessons
  1. Configuring TCPIP-Part1
  2. Configuring TCPIP-Part2
  3. Configuring TCPIP-Part3
  4. IP Address Assignment-Part1
  5. IP Address Assignment-Part2
  6. Name Resolution Services-Part1
  7. Name Resolution Services-Part2
  8. Wireless Networking-Part1
  9. Wireless Networking-Part2
  10. Remote Management
  11. Troubleshooting Connectivity Issues
Module 6: Configuring Access to Resources6 lessons
  1. Authentication And Authorization-Part1
  2. Authentication And Authorization-Part2
  3. Managing Access To Files Using NTFS
  4. Managing Sharing
  5. Managing Shared Printers
  6. Configuring Branch Cache
Module 7: Configuring Mobile Computing4 lessons
  1. Configuring Mobile Computer And Device Settings-Part1
  2. Configuring Mobile Computer And Device Settings-Part2
  3. Configuring Remote Access-Part1
  4. Configuring Remote Access-Part2
Module 8: Configuring Security Options8 lessons
  1. User Account Control
  2. Encrypting File Systems
  3. Bit Locker Drive Encryption-Part1
  4. Bit Locker Drive Encryption-Part2
  5. Network Access Protection
  6. Windows Firewall With Advanced Security
  7. Configuring Anti-Malware
  8. Auditing Network Access
Module 9: Monitoring And Maintaining Systems3 lessons
  1. Configuring Windows Updates
  2. Event Monitoring
  3. Performance Monitoring
Module 10: Configuring Backup and Recovery Options4 lessons
  1. Troubleshooting Startup Issues
  2. Using Windows Backup
  3. Using System Restore
  4. Course Conclusion

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Microsoft 70-680 course cover?

It covers installing and deploying Windows 7, Group Policy and PowerShell, hardware, networking, file access, mobile working, security, maintenance and recovery.

Does the 70-680 course teach Windows PowerShell?

Yes. One module covers Windows PowerShell 2.0 alongside Group Policy for managing many PCs at once.

Which security tools are covered?

You learn User Account Control, the Encrypting File System, BitLocker, Network Access Protection, Windows Firewall with Advanced Security and anti-malware settings.

Can I still take the 70-680 exam?

Microsoft now offers role-based exams instead of the older Technology Specialist exams. Check Microsoft Learn for the current status before booking.

What should I study next?

Move on to 70-686 for enterprise Windows 7 deployment, or to our Windows 10 courses for newer desktops.

Do I get a certificate?

Yes. You get a StemBoss Certificate of Completion when you finish the course.

Can I get a refund?

Yes, within 14 days if you have completed less than 20% of the course. See our refund policy for details. Read the refund policy.

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