Microsoft Windows 7 can help your business work the way you want by making your everyday tasks easier and faster! There are so many good reasons to upgrade to Windows 7 and the experts at KnowledgeWave can show you how. 

Just last week, our senior Microsoft Certified Trainer Dan Cogswell presented the benefits and features of Windows 7 to members of the Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce.  We took a first-hand look at Windows 7 and demonstrated many of the features and benefits that it offers – from enhanced security features to easier and more efficient navigation.

Call us today to learn how you can host a Windows 7 event with one of our certified experts: 800.831.8449.

First View of Windows 7: Change is Good!

Product(s): Microsoft Windows 7
Audience(s): Business Professional.
Date(s): Tuesday, January 5, 2010, 3:00PM (EST) U.S.
Duration: 60 Minutes

Event Overview:

Windows 7 is new from the ground up. In this session we will uncover many of the new features that distinguish this version of Microsoft’s operating System from its predecessors. Windows 7 offers new features to view and organize open windows, search for files and programs and even control the number of notifications we see. We’ll demonstrate all this and much more as we reveal the workings of this eagerly awaited upgrade. Whether you’re already using Windows 7 or planning on making the switch, let us guide you on your way.

* Windows Search
* Aero Peek, Snap and Shake
* Notification Control
* Improved Task Bar
* Internet Explorer 8 Web Slices
* User controls

To Register: Click Here.   Fee: $99.00

First View of Windows 7: Change is Good!

Product(s): Microsoft Windows 7.
Audience(s): Business Professional.
Date(s): Thursday, November 5, 2009, 1:00PM (EDT) U.S.
Duration: 60 Minutes

Event Overview:
Windows 7 is new from the ground up. In this session we will uncover many of the new features that distinguish this version of Microsoft’s operating System from its predecessors. Windows 7 offers new features to view and organize open windows, search for files and programs and even control the number of notifications we see. We’ll demonstrate all this and much more as we reveal the workings of this eagerly awaited upgrade. Whether you’re already using Windows 7 or planning on making the switch, let us guide you on your way.
* Windows Search
* Aero Peek, Snap and Shake
* Notification Control
* Improved Task Bar
* Internet Explorer 8 Web Slices
* User controls

To Register: Click Here.     Fee: $79.00

KnowledgeWave is pleased to introduce MS6292: Installing and Configuring Windows 7 Client. This three-day instructor-led course is intended for IT professionals who are interested in expanding their knowledge base and technical skills about Windows 7 Client. In this course, students learn how to install, upgrade, and migrate to Windows 7 client. Students then configure Windows 7 client for network connectivity, security, maintenance, and mobile computing. This course helps students prepare for the Exam 70-680, TS: Windows 7, Configuring.

See below for a complete course outline and call us today to reserve your spot – hurry, seating is limited! 800.831.8449.

Date(s): November 16-18, 2009
Duration: 3 days
Format: Instructor-led, Classroom training
Location: 30 Community Drive, Suite 5, South Burlington VT 05403
To register: Click here or call 800.831.8449.

Module 1: Installing, Upgrading, and Migrating to Windows 7

This module explains how to install, upgrade and migrate to Windows 7. It also describes the key features, editions, and hardware requirements of Windows 7.

Lessons

• Preparing to Install Windows 7
• Performing a Clean Installation of Windows 7
• Upgrading and Migrating to Windows 7
• Performing Image-based Installation of Windows 7
• Configuring Application Compatibility

Module 2: Configuring Disks and Device Drivers

This module examines how to configure disks, partitions, volumes, and device drivers to enable Windows 7 to function as desired.

Lessons

• Partitioning Disks in Windows 7
• Managing Disk Volumes
• Maintaining Disks in Windows 7
• Installing and Configuring Device Drivers

Module 3: Configuring File Access and Printers on Windows 7 Computers

This module explains how to manage access to shared folders and printers on a computer running Windows 7. Specifically, it describes how to share and secure folders, configure folder compression, and how to install, configure, and administer printing.

Lessons

• Overview of Authentication and Authorization
• Managing File Access in Windows 7
• Managing Shared Folders
• Configuring File Compression
• Managing Printing

Module 4: Configuring Network Connectivity

This module explains both IPv4 and IPv6 network connectivity. It also describes how to implement automatic IP Address Allocation and troubleshoot network connectivity.

Lessons

• Configuring IPv4 Network Connectivity
• Configuring IPv6 Network Connectivity
• Implementing Automatic IP Address Allocation
• Troubleshooting Network Issues

Module 5: Configuring Wireless Network Connections

This module describes key wireless network technologies and how to configure wireless network components and the Windows 7 elements that are necessary to access wireless networks.

Lessons

• Overview of Wireless Networks
• Configuring a Wireless Network

Module 6: Securing Windows 7 Desktops

This module describes how to make a Windows 7 computer more secure while ensuring usability is not sacrificed in the process. Specifically, it describes Windows Firewall, User Account Control, Windows Defender, and Security in Internet Explorer 8.

Lessons

• Overview of Security Management in Windows 7
• Securing a Windows 7 Computer by Using Local Security Policy Settings
• Securing Data by Using EFS and BitLocker
• Configuring Application Restrictions
• Configuring User Account Control
• Configuring Windows Firewall
• Configuring Security Settings in Internet Explorer 8
• Configuring Windows Defender

Module 7: Optimizing and Maintaining Windows 7 Computers

This module describes how to use the monitoring and configuration tools to obtain information about Windows 7 performance and how to troubleshoot performance and reliability problems.

Lessons

• Maintaining Performance by Using the Windows 7 Performance Tools
• Maintaining Reliability by Using the Windows 7 Diagnostic Tools
• Backing Up and Restoring Data by Using Windows Backup
• Restoring a Windows 7 System by Using System Restore Points
• Configuring Windows Update

Module 8: Configuring Mobile Computing and Remote Access in Windows 7

This module explains how to configure mobile devices and remote access. It also discusses DirectAccess and BranchCache which are new for Windows 7.

Lessons

• Configuring Mobile Computer and Device Settings
• Configuring Remote Desktop and Remote Assistance for Remote Access
• Configuring DirectAccess for Remote Access
• Configuring BranchCache for Remote Access