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Microsoft 70-686: Windows 7 Administrator

14 Hrs 42 Min37 Videos33 QuestionsCertificate of CompletionClosed Captions

Microsoft 70-686: Windows 7 Administrator



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.

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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