James Conrad tackles Windows 10, the best desktop operating system Microsoft has released to date. While the user interface is a dramatic improvement to Windows 8 and 8.1, the underlying technologies and cloud integration make this operating system one that administrators will really want to know more about.
Viewers will learn a large scope of topics, including how to: support Windows Store and cloud apps, new authentication and authorization methods such as virtual smart cards and Windows Hello; migrate user data; configure Hyper-V; configure mobility options such as Wi-Fi direct; support mobile devices; deploy software updates by using Microsoft Intune; manage devices with Microsoft Intune; configure networking; support data storage including security, sharing, and file and folder access; configure remote access, manage apps; and manage updates and recovery.
Recommended Experience
Experience with Windows desktop administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting
Basic experience and understanding of Windows networking technologies
Introductory-level knowledge of Active Directory and Microsoft Intune
Recommended Equipment
One PC or Mac computer with at least 8 GB RAM to run 1 virtual server and 1 Windows 10 client.
Related Certifications
MCSA
MCSE
MCP
Microsoft Specialist
Related Job Functions
IT Administration
Cloud services
Help desk
Cloud technologies
James Conrad has been a CBT Nuggets trainer since 2003 and holds a variety of Microsoft certifications including Microsoft MCSA, MCSE, MCITP, and MCTS.