CMP200 ISBN: 978-1-64459-166-6

OS & Utilities

Name: OS & Utilities
Brand: uCertify
SKU: 978-1-64459-166-6
Price: 419.99 USD

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Lessons

8 Interactive Lessons · 213 topics

01 Mobile Devices 20 topics · 7 LiveLab

Mobile Device Overview
Using Mobile Devices
Cell Phones
Mobile Apps
Mobile Device Wired Connectivity
Mobile Device Wireless Connectivity
Mobile Device Email Configuration
Mobile Device Synchronization and Backup
Other Mobile Software Tools
Laptops Overview
Laptop Hardware
Laptop Power
Laptop Repairs Overview
Laptop Display
Mobile Device Security
Mobile Device Travel and Storage
Mobile Device Troubleshooting Overview
Soft Skills: A Word About Appearance
Lesson Summary
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7 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →

02 Internet Connectivity, Virtualization, and Cloud Technologies 19 topics · 5 LiveLab

Internet Connectivity Overview
Dial-up Overview
Serial Communication Overview
Configuring Traditional Serial Devices
56 kbps Modems
Digital Modems and ISDN
VoIP
Cable Modems
xDSL Modems
Satellite Modems
Modem Preventive Maintenance
Mobile Connectivity Overview
Virtualization Basics
Cloud Computing
Web Browsers
Basic Web Browser Issues
Soft Skills: Mentoring
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5 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →

03 Networking 42 topics · 23 LiveLab

Networking Overview
Attaching to Different Types of Networks
Network Topologies
Network Media Overview
Copper Media
Protecting Your Network and Cable Investment
Ethernet Concepts
Ethernet over Power
The OSI Model
The TCP/IP Model
Network Addressing
More IPv4 Addressing
Wireless Networks Overview
Wireless Network Standards
Bluetooth
Wireless Network Components
Wireless Network Design
Antenna Basics
End-User Device Configuration Overview
Adding a Computer to a Windows Domain
Configuring an End-User Device: Addressing
Wireless NIC-Specific Settings
Advanced NIC Properties
NIC Configuration When Using Virtualization
Thin or Thick Client Installation Overview
Wireless AP/Router Basic Configuration
WWAN Cellular Configuration
IoT and Smart Devices
Network Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Cable and DSL Modems
Network Printers
Network Printer Troubleshooting
Network Servers
Embedded and Legacy Systems
Network Terminology
The TCP/IP Model in Action
Using the Network and Sharing Center Section of the Control Panel
Introduction to Shared Folders
Network Connectivity
Soft Skills: Being Proactive
Lesson Summary
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23 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →

04 Introduction to Operating Systems 30 topics · 21 LiveLab

Operating Systems Overview
User Interaction with Operating Systems
Overview of Popular Operating Systems
32-bit vs. 64-bit Operating Systems
Windows 7/8/8.1/10 Versions
Workstation Operating Systems
Operating Systems for Mobile Devices
End-of-Life Concerns
Update Concerns
Compatibility Concerns
Corporate Operating System Needs
Basic Windows Usage Overview
Shortcuts and Tiles
Windows 7 Desktop Components
Windows Desktop/Start Screen Components
Windows 10 Desktop Components
Interactions Within a Window
Managing Windows Files and Folders
Searches and Indexing
Attributes, Compression, and Encryption
Introduction to Windows Control Panel Utilities
Determining the Windows Version
Windows Registry
Editing the Windows Registry
Backing Up Data
Recovering the Windows OS
WinRE
Soft Skills: Staying Current
Lesson Summary
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21 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →

05 Introduction to Scripting 29 topics

Scripting Overview
Command Prompt Overview
Command Prompt Basics
Moving Around from a Command Prompt
The md and rd Commands
Two Useful Commands: del and type
Copying Files
The attrib Command
Why Learn Commands?
PowerShell
Other Commands You Should Look Over
Command Format
Introduction to Scripting
Script File Types
Environment Variables
Script Syntax
Introduction to Script Programming
Variables
Data Types
Examples of Using Variables
Comments
Basic Script Constructs
Decisions: The Selection Structure
Compound Conditions and Logical Operators
Loops: The Repetition Structure
A Brief Look at VBScript and PowerShell
Soft Skills: Changing Perspective When Troubleshooting
Lesson Summary
Activities

06 Advanced Windows 39 topics · 14 LiveLab

Advanced Windows Overview
Preinstallation of Windows
Installation/Upgrade of Windows
Corporate Windows Deployment
Verifying the Installation
Troubleshooting a Windows Installation
Reloading Windows
Windows Updates
Backing Up the Windows Registry and Data
Configuring Windows Overview
Configuring Windows
Adding Devices
Installing/Removing Software
Computer Management Console
System Tools
User Account Management
Managing Storage
Managing Services and Applications
Data Sources (ODBC)
Print Management Console
Overview of the Windows Boot Process
Speeding Up the Windows Boot Process
Troubleshooting the Windows Boot Process
Black Screen/Video Issues
Recovery Console
Advanced Boot Options/Startup Settings Menu
System Configuration Utility
Task Manager
Troubleshooting a Service That Does Not Start
Slow Boot
Troubleshooting Windows Network Settings
Windows Reboots
Shutdown Problems
Power Options
Supporting Windows Computers Remotely
Preventive Maintenance for Your Operating System
Soft Skills: Avoiding Burnout
Lesson Summary
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14 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →

07 macOS and Linux Operating Systems 13 topics · 6 LiveLab

Introduction to macOS
Navigating the User Interface
Basic System Usage, Updates, and Backups
Management and Troubleshooting Tools
Utilities
Introduction to Linux
Navigating the User Interface
Basic System Usage, Updates, and Backups
Command-Line Interface
macOS and Linux Best Practices
Soft Skills: Be Humble
Lesson Summary
Activities

6 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →

08 Computer and Network Security 21 topics · 21 LiveLab

Security Overview
Security Policy
Physical Security
Logical Security
End-User Education
Protecting Access to Local and Network Resources
Permissions
Folder Options
Protecting the Operating System and Data
Internet Security
Parental Controls
NAT/PAT
VPN Configuration
Remote Access to Network Devices
Internet Appliances
Wireless Network Security Overview
Security Incident Reporting
A Final Word About Security
Soft Skills: Building Customer Trust
Lesson Summary
Activities

21 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →

Hands-On Labs Our edge

97 LiveLabs

Removing an Account from Android
Configuring an Email in Android
Viewing the iOS Version of an iPhone
Setting Up a VPN in Android
Turning on Airplane Mode of an iPhone
Installing Laptop Components

Locking an iPhone with a Password
Connecting the Cable Modem to Access Internet
Installing Ubuntu
Installing Windows 10
Using OneDrive
Configuring OneDrive
Configuring an IPv4 address
Configuring an IPv6 address
Installing a DHCP Server
Assigning Different Classes of IP Address
Scanning using Wireshark
Connecting a Workstation to the LAN and Configuring IPv4 Properties
Connecting Systems to the Internet Through a Firewall Router
Connecting a Router to the Laptop
Using the nbtstat command
Using the netstat Command
Using the nslookup Command
Using the ping Command
Tracing Route Using Tracert
Joining Workgroups or Domains
Changing Network Locations
Managing Offline Files
Sharing a Printer
Sharing Folders
Using the net Command
Creating a Dial-up Connection
Connecting to a Remote Computer using a Remote Desktop Connection
Creating a Remote Access VPN Connection
Configuring a Proxy Server
Executing the Basic Commands through a ps1 File
Creating Variables
Creating a Loop in PowerShell
Creating and Running a ps1 File
Enabling BranchCache
Implementing EFS File Sharing
Displaying Windows Versions
Adding an MMC snap-in
Displaying Windows PowerShell snap-ins
Creating a Restore Point
Using Task View
Using Windows Event Viewer
Configuring Screensavers
Securing User Accounts
Creating a New User
Using BitLocker
Disabling AutoPlay
Using a Symmetric Encryption Algorithm
Using an Asymmetric Encryption Algorithm
Observing the Control Panel options in different views
Uninstalling a Program
Enabling a Device Driver
Disabling a Device Driver
Setting Automatic Windows Update
Configuring Computer Management Services
Editing a Drive Letter
Mounting a Drive to a Folder
Converting a Basic Disk to a Dynamic Disk
Creating a Swap Partition
Disabling a Service
Setting Up a Boot Device Priority
Using MSConfig
Using Task Manager to Start an Application
Configuring a Power Plan
Configuring the Screen Resolution Setting
Listing Files in a Directory
Verifying the Working Directory
Working with Directories
Performing a Text Search
Using Basic Linux Commands
Entering Commands at the Command-line
Using Windows Security
Reviewing the Top 10 OWASP Attacks
Conducting a DoS Attack using Smurf Attack
Performing a MITM Attack
Conducting IP Spoofing
Identifying Virus Threats
Configuring an Audit Group Policy
Configuring an Account Password Policy
Managing NTFS Permissions
Stopping Permissions Inheritance
Propagating Permissions
Removing a Credential
Backing up Files
Restoring Files
Configuring Windows Defender Firewall
Performing Network Address Translation (NAT)
Configuring VLANs
Configuring a Router
Configuring Port Security on an Access Port
Examining an Intrusion Detection Policy
Configuring SSH in a Router

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