Course 40349-B: Windows Operating System Fundamentals: MTA Exam 98-349

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Course 40349-B: Windows Operating System Fundamentals: MTA Exam 98-349

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This three-day MTA Training course helps you prepare for Microsoft Technology Associate Exam 98-349 and build an understanding of these topics: Operating System Configurations, Installing and Upgrading Client Systems, Managing Applications, Managing Files and Folders, Managing Devices, and Operating System Maintenance. This course leverages the same content as found in the Microsoft Official Academic Course (MOAC) for this exam.This course is updated in support of Windows 10.

Audience Profile

The Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) is Microsoft’s newest suite of technology certification exams that validate fundamental knowledge needed to begin building a career using Microsoft technologies. This program provides an appropriate entry point to a future career in technology and assumes some hands-on experience or training but does not assume on-the-job experience.

Prerequisites

Course outline

Module 1: Installing and Upgrading Client Systems

Module Overview

This module focuses on understanding Windows systems and installation types.

Lessons

Understanding Windows Systems
Understanding Installation Types

Lab Sessions

Knowledge Assessment
Business Case Scenarios

Lab Lessons

Multiple Choice
Fill in the Blank
True / False
Troubleshooting a Compatibility Problem
Converting a Small Office to Windows 10
Selecting the Right Computer and Operating System
Installing Windows 10

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Identify Windows operating system editions.
Understand operating system architecture.
Identify upgrade paths.
Understand installation types.

Module 2: Understanding Operating System Configurations

Module Overview

This module describe type of user accounts and User Account Control (UAC).

Lessons

Understanding User Accounts
Configuring and Optimizing User Account Control (UAC)
Configuring Windows 10
Configuring Hyper-V

Lab Sessions

Knowledge Assessment
Business Case Scenarios

Lab Lessons

Multiple Choice
Fill in the Blank
True / False
Getting Administrative-Level Privileges
Configuring Accessibility Features
Running a Legacy Application
Creating a Better User Experience

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Configuring User Account Control (UAC).
Configuring Control Panel options.
Configuring desktop settings.
Understanding libraries

Module 3: Understanding Native Applications, Tools, Mobility, and Remote Management and Assistance

Module Overview

This module covers Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge along with many different applications that are built-in or bundled with Windows 10, students will learn about remote management and assistance features.

Lessons

Configuring Internet Explorer
Configuring Microsoft Edge
Configuring Cortana
Introducing Accessory Programs
Supporting Mobile Access and Data Synchronization
Using Windows Mobility Center
Accessing a Computer Remotely

Lab Sessions

Knowledge Assessment
Business Case Scenarios

Lab Lessons

Multiple Choice
Fill in the Blank
True / False
Securing Internet Explorer 11
Offering Remote Assistance
Viewing Logs Remotely
Creating a Playlist

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Configuring native applications and tools.
Configuring applications.
Configuring mobility settings.
Understanding offline files.
Configuring and using management tools.

Module 4: Managing Applications, Services, and Disks

Module Overview

This module helps students understand how to manage applications, services, folders, and libraries in Windows 10.

Lessons

Configuring Applications
Managing Windows Store Apps
Understanding Services
Using MSConfig (System Configuration Utility)
Managing Processes and Applications with Task Manager
Understanding Storage
Encrypting and Compressing Files and Folders

Lab Sessions

Knowledge Assessment
Business Case Scenarios

Lab Lessons

Multiple Choice
Fill in the Blank
True / False
Providing Redundancy on a Client Computer
Protecting Laptop Computers
Uninstalling Local Software
Running a Windows 7 Application on Windows 10

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Configuring applications.
Understanding services.
Configuring native applications and tools.
Understanding storage.
Understanding file systems.
Understanding encryption.

Module 5: Managing Devices

Module Overview

This module helps students understand how to manage devices in Windows 10, devices include disks and other storage devices, audio cards, video adapters, keyboards, printers, and much more.

Lessons

Understanding Cloud Storage
Understanding Printing Devices
Understanding System Devices and Device Drivers

Lab Sessions

Knowledge Assessment
Business Case Scenarios

Lab Lessons

Multiple Choice
Fill in the Blank
True / False
Troubleshooting Print Jobs
Troubleshooting a Printer Driver
Changing Print Drivers
Using Cloud Services

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Understanding storage.
Understanding backup and recovery methods.
Understanding printing devices.
Connecting devices.
Understanding file and print sharing.
Understanding system devices.

Module Overview

This module helps students understand the concepts of sharing files and printers.

Lessons

Understanding File and Printer Sharing Basics
Configuring HomeGroup Connections
Creating Public, Basic, and Advanced Shares
Configuring Printer Sharing

Lab Sessions

Knowledge Assessment
Business Case Scenarios

Lab Lessons

Multiple Choice
Fill in the Blank
True / False
Selecting an Appropriate File-Sharing Method
Creating and Configuring a Homegroup
Restricting Permissions
Mapping a Network Drive

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Understanding file and printer sharing

Module 7: Maintaining, Updating, and Protecting Windows 10

Module Overview

This module helps students understand how to use a variety of tools to maintain, update, and protect Windows 10.

Lessons

Exploring Built-In Maintenance Tools
Maintaining the Windows Registry
Configuring and Managing Updates
Defending Your System from Malicious Software

Lab Sessions

Knowledge Assessment
Business Case Scenarios

Lab Lessons

Multiple Choice
Fill in the Blank
True / False
Automating Computer Maintenance and Program Launching
Removing Viruses Safely
Gathering System Information
Distributing Windows Updates Across a Network

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Understanding maintenance tools.
Understanding storage.
Configuring desktop settings.
Configuring updates.
Configuring antivirus settings.

Module 8: Understanding Backup and Recovery Methods

Module Overview

This module helps students understand local, manual, and network backups and how to automate them.

Lessons

Understanding Local, Network, and Automated Backup Methods
Restoring Previous Versions of Files and Folders
Configuring System Recovery

Lab Sessions

Knowledge Assessment
Business Case Scenarios

Lab Lessons

Multiple Choice
Fill in the Blank
True / False
Scheduling File Backups
Installing from an Image
Creating a System Repair Disc
Resolving a Driver Problem Using Recovery Boot Options

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Understanding backup and recovery methods.

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