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Microsoft 70-686: Windows 7 Administrator

In this Microsoft 70-686 course, students will learn how to efficiently plan and deploy Windows 7 desktops in large organizations. By the end of the course, students should be able to confidently design, configure, and manage any Windows 7 client environment.

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14 Hrs 42 Min
Videos
37 On-demand Videos
Closed Captions

Closed Captions

Course Topics
11  Topics
Question & Answers
33 Prep Questions
Certificate of Completion

Certificate of Completion

This exam offered by Microsoft is retired. There is a newer updated Microsoft Windows course available.  View our Microsoft MD-100: Windows 10 Course.

This Microsoft 70-686 course enables students to learn how to plan and deploy Windows 7 desktops in large organizations. Students will also learn how to design, configure, and manage the Windows 7 client environment.

Frequently Asked Questions About Microsoft 70-686 Pro: Windows 7, Enterprise Desktop Administrator

What skills can I expect to gain from the Microsoft 70-686 Pro: Windows 7, Enterprise Desktop Administrator course?

This course will teach you how to efficiently plan and deploy Windows 7 desktops in large organizations. By the end of the course, you should be able to confidently design, configure, and manage any Windows 7 client environment​.

What does the course include?

The course includes 14 hours of training, 37 on-demand videos, and covers 11 different topics. It also includes 33 prep questions to test your understanding. Once you’ve completed the course, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion.

I heard that the Microsoft 70-686 exam is retired. Can I still benefit from this course?

Yes, even though the official Microsoft 70-686 exam is retired, the skills and knowledge you’ll gain from this course are still very relevant. The course will provide you with a solid understanding of how to design, configure, and manage a Windows 7 client environment, which can be beneficial in many IT roles.

If the 70-686 exam is retired, what’s the updated course I should consider?

Microsoft has a newer updated course called Microsoft MD-100: Windows 10. It might be a good fit if you’re looking to stay up-to-date with the latest Windows operating systems​.

Can I contact someone if I have questions or need support during the course?

Absolutely! You can contact ITU Online’s customer service team at +1 855.488.5327 or via email at customerservice@ituonline.com. Their operating hours are from 9:00am to 5:00pm ET, Monday to Friday​.

Can I get a sneak peek of the course before I commit to it?

Sure thing! ITU Online offers a free week trial where you can get access to over 2,500 hours of on-demand IT training. It’s a great way to get a feel for the course and see if it’s right for you.

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Microsoft 70-686 Pro: Windows 7, Enterprise Desktop Administrator Course Content

Module 1: Developing a Strategy for Windows® 7 Business Desktops Deployment

  •    Introduction
  •    Developing A Strategy-Part1
  •    Developing A Strategy-Part2
  •    Developing A Strategy-Part3
  •    Developing A Strategy-Part4
  •    Developing A Strategy Demo-Part1
  •    Developing A Strategy Demo-Part2

Module 2: Evaluating Application Compatibility in Windows® 7

  •    Evaluating Application Compatibility-Part1
  •    Evaluating Application Compatibility-Part2
  •    Evaluating Application Compatibility-Demo

Module 3: Assessing Deployment Methods for Windows® 7

  •    Assessing Deployment Methods-Part1
  •    Assessing Deployment Methods-Part2
  •    Assessing Deployment Methods-Demo

Module 4: Designing Standard Images for Windows® 7

  •    Designing Standard Images-Part1
  •    Designing Standard Images-Part2
  •    Designing Standard Images-Part3
  •    Designing Standard Images-Demo

Module 5: Deploying Windows® 7 with Windows AIK

  •    Deploying Windows With Windows AIK
  •    Deploying Windows With Windows AIK-Demo

Module 6: Using Windows Deployment Services to Deploy Windows® 7

  •    Using Windows Deployment Services-Part1
  •    Using Windows Deployment Services-Part2
  •    Using Windows Deployment Services-Demo

Module 7: Deploying Windows® 7 Using Lite Touch Installation

  •    Deploying Windows 7 Using Lite Touch Installation
  •    Deploying Windows 7 Using Lite Touch Installation-Demo

Module 8: Deploying Windows® 7 Using Zero Touch Installation

  •    Deploying Windows 7 Using Zero Touch Installation
  •    Deploying Windows 7 Using Zero Touch Installation-Demo

Module 9: Migrating User State Using USMT 4.0 and WET

  •    Migrating User State Using USMT 4.0 And WET-Part1
  •    Migrating User State Using USMT 4.0 And WET-Part2

Module 10: Planning, Configuring, and Managing the Client Environment

  •    Planning Configuring And Managing The Client Environment-Part1
  •    Planning Configuring And Managing The Client Environment-Part2
  •    Planning Configuring And Managing The Client Environment-Part3
  •    Planning Configuring And Managing The Client Environment-Part4
  •    Planning Configuring And Managing The Client Environment-Demo

Module 11: Planning and Deploying Applications and Updates to Windows® 7 Clients

  •    Planning And Deploying Applications And Updates To Windows 7 Clients-Part1
  •    Planning And Deploying Applications And Updates To Windows 7 Clients-Part2
  •    Planning And Deploying Applications And Updates To Windows 7 Clients-Part3
  •    Planning And Deploying Applications And Updates To Windows 7 Clients-Demo
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Chrys Thorsen

Chrys Thorsen

Education and Technology Expert

Chrys Thorsen is an education and technology expert who specializes in enterprise-level IT infrastructure consulting and certified training-of-trainers. In her career, she has garnered over 50 IT Certifications including CISSP, CISA, CEHv12, PenTest+, CompTIA CNVP, Cisco CCSI/CCNP, Microsoft Cloud and on-premises technologies, VMware vSphere, and many more. She has also authored 40 published certification textbooks, and over 35 full-length IT certification video courses.

When not working in the United States, Chrys spends her time abroad capacity-building IT literacy in developing nations in Sub-Saharan Africa. Her client list has included: the US Federal Government, the Republic of Zambia Ministry of Health, Cavendish University Zambia, Accenture, JP Morgan Chase, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF), Hughes Aircraft, Microsoft, and many more.

Chrys lives by, and is fond of repeating, her professional creed:

“The only true measure of success for any project or training is results on the ground. Everything else is just noise.” “I teach what I deploy; I deploy what I teach.”

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