Capital Business Machines                                                   Windows 7:New Features

W i n d o w s 7: N e w F e a t u r e s

This ILT Series course introduces students to the major new features and enhancements in Windows 7. Students will learn how to customize the Windows 7 environment, use jump lists and gadgets, manage content by using libraries and Windows Explorer, search for content, interact with devices, protect files, troubleshoot problems, and use new privacy and security features in Internet Explorer.

Course Length

1 day

Prerequisites

Students should have an understanding of previous Windows operating systems.

Topics

Unit 1: The Windows 7 environment

Topic A: The Windows 7 desktop

Topic B: The Start menu and taskbar

Topic C: Window management

Unit 2: Customizing the environment

Topic A: Customizing the taskbar and Start menu

Topic B: Working with gadgets

Unit 3: Libraries, folders, and content

Topic A: Folders and libraries

Topic B: Working with Windows Explorer

Topic C: Searching for content

Unit 4: Device Stage

Topic A: Devices and printers

Unit 5: File protection and troubleshooting

Topic A: File protection

Topic B: Troubleshooting

Unit 6: Internet Explorer 8

Topic A: Internet Explorer security and privacy