Tag: Windows 7 146 posts
Some might say Windows 7 has brought new life to the Microsoft operating system. We are regularly bringing you free Windows 7 training videos and articles, from IT pro interests like MCTS exams and network configuration, to the basics of hot keys and home networking.
Free Book Chapter: Priceless Computer Tips at Your Fingertips
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ January 17, 2012 ⋅ 3 comments
Want to work smarter (not harder) and get more done? Check out this free book chapter from Priceless Computer Tips at Your Fingertips and enter to win a signed copy of the book today!
Book Giveaway: Priceless Computer Tips at Your Fingertips
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ December 29, 2011 ⋅ 10 comments
Are you addicted to computer shortcuts, tips and tricks? Then Priceless Computer Tips at Your Fingertips is a book for you. It will help you work smarter and get more done. See how you can win a copy signed by the author!
TrainSignal’s 2011 Fall Book Giveaway
By Chris Magiet ⋅ October 13, 2011 ⋅ 251 comments
We’re giving away prizes of autographed IT books! Enter to win everyday through October 21 to win great Windows 7, PowerShell, and Server 2008 titles signed by the authors. Post a comment here about your favorite tech innovation of 2011 and you could be a winner.
Windows Thin PC: What is WinTPC and How Does it Work
By Brian Nelson ⋅ July 12, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Microsoft’s Windows Thin PC (WinTPC) is a locked down version of Windows 7 that allows companies to take existing computers within the organization and turn them into thin clients. Learn more about WinTPC and how it works.
From XP to Windows 7 Training: The Taskbar
By Eric Munn ⋅ May 19, 2011 ⋅ 2 comments
Learn how to customize your Windows 7 taskbar by pinning and unpinning documents and programs, selecting different shutdown options, and changing your default programs for certain file types.
From XP to Windows 7 Training: The Control Panel
By Eric Munn ⋅ May 19, 2011 ⋅ One comment
See how the control panel in Windows 7 is different from the control panel in Windows XP. In this video you’ll learn how to access your Windows 7 control panel and how to change its view.
From XP to Windows 7 Training: Mapping Network Drives
By Eric Munn ⋅ April 28, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Mapping a network drive allows you to access and share files and folders with other computers that are in your network, at home or at work. In this video you’ll learn step-by-step how to map a new network drive on your Windows 7 PC.
From XP to Windows 7 Training: Libraries
By Eric Munn ⋅ April 28, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Libraries are a new feature in Windows 7 that allows you to find and organize your files much easier. In this video you’ll learn how Windows 7 Libraries work and how you can take advantage of this new feature in Windows 7.
Interview with Setup and Deployment MVP Rhonda Layfield at Connections 2011
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ April 19, 2011 ⋅ 6:51 ⋅ Post a comment
Rhonda Layfield is known around the world for her expertise in Windows deployment. At this year’s Connections conference, Rhonda presented on a number of deployment related topics and in this interview shares her latest deployment news.
Using Application Compatibility Toolkit (ACT) to Help with Windows 7 Deployment
By Mike Rodriguez ⋅ April 13, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Microsoft’s Application Compatibility Toolkit (ACT) allows you to easily verify compatibility between applications, devices and system hardware and new versions of Widows OS. ACT is a valuable tool and can be extremely helpful during your Windows 7 deployment.
Swapping Heads with Windows Live Photo Gallery 2011
By Bill Kulterman ⋅ March 30, 2011 ⋅ 3 comments
Windows Live Photo Gallery is a free tool available through Windows Live Essentials 2011 that allows you to edit photos and swap heads with a feature called Photo Fuse. This article shows you step-by-step how to download and install Windows Live Photo Gallery and user Photo Fuse with your own photos.
From XP to Windows 7 Training: Hot Keys
By Eric Munn ⋅ March 17, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
See how you can improve your day to day productivity when working on your Windows 7 PC with some easy to remember hot keys. Microsoft introduced a number of new hot keys in Windows 7 and in this video I’ll show you how to use a few useful ones to help you get more done.
From XP to Windows 7 Training: Connecting to Wireless Networks
By Eric Munn ⋅ March 17, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Learn how to setup a wireless connection on your Windows 7 PC by first enabling Wi-Fi on your computer, finding the wireless network you want to connect to and setting up automatic connection so your computer will connect automatically the next time it detects the same wireless network.
How to Install and Use Windows XP Mode on Windows 7
By Kasia Lorenc ⋅ March 3, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Windows XP Mode on Windows 7 allows you to run many older Windows XP programs that are not natively compatible with Windows 7. In this video, Setup and Deployment MVP Rhonda Layfield shows you how to install, setup and use Windows XP More on Windows 7.
How to Choose the Right Windows 7 Deployment Strategy
By Mike Rodriguez ⋅ March 2, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
Looking for the best way to deploy Windows 7 in your specific environment? Learn about the four Windows 7 deployment strategies including high-touch deployment with retail media, high-touch deployment with standard image, lite-touch, high-volume deployment and zero-touch, high-volume deployment and see which option is the best for you.
Windows 7 and Office 2010 Deployment MCTS (70-681) Exam Guide
By Mike Rodriguez ⋅ February 28, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
The Windows 7 and Office 2010 Deployment Exam 70-681 us aimed at IT professionals who deploy and maintain Windows 7 desktops equipped with Office 2010. The MCTS exam tests your ability to configure a deployment infrastructure, create and configure images, successfully deploy Windows 7 and configure and deploy Office 2010.
How to Use Location Aware Printing in Windows 7
By Mike Rodriguez ⋅ February 2, 2011 ⋅ One comment
With Location Aware Printing in Windows 7, you can take some of the hassle out of managing multiple network based printers by setting up default printers based on what network you are connected to. In this article I’ll show you how Location Aware Printing works.
Windows 7 Deployment Learning Portal
By Mike Rodriguez ⋅ January 12, 2011 ⋅ Post a comment
With more and more businesses moving to Windows 7, it’s important to ensure that IT Pros have the resources they need to successfully complete their deployments without a hitch and the Windows 7 Deployment Learning Portal is a great way to find out what you need to brush up on before starting on your Windows 7 deployment.
Windows 7 Ad-Hoc Network Configuration
By Sean Wilkins ⋅ December 22, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment
See how easy it is to connect Wi-Fi computers directly to each other without the use of a wireless router or access point through Ad-Hoc networking in Windows 7.
Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) Overview
By Veronica Henry ⋅ December 1, 2010 ⋅ Post a comment
To say that today’s IT departments are stretched to capacity is an understatement. Tasked with managing multi-platform environments, increasingly sophisticated security threats, and staying abreast of new technologies means that any opportunity to increase efficiency is more than welcome. Whether you’re supporting tens or thousands of devices, automation and simplification are key. Let’s consider the [...]