• Classroom

In this course, students learn how to plan and implement the installation, management, and maintenance of Windows 8. Course participants develop their knowledge and skills in Windows 8 installation methods, local and remote management using bundled tools, policy and Windows PowerShell, networking, user authentication and access control, endpoint protection, encryption, profiles and settings, file and print resources, Windows Store apps and desktop apps, and mobile device management with Windows Intune.

Learning Objectives

  • Plan, select, and implement appropriate methods for managing Windows 8
  • Manage user authentication and intranet connectivity for Windows 8
  • Configure cloud services and deploy Windows Intune
  • Implement encryption and endpoint security
  • Plan a recovery solution for Windows 8
  • Design a recovery solution for Windows 8

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Systems Administration
  • Systems Requirements Planning

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.