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Chapter 1
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Getting Started with Windows Vista
an upgrade. Finally, you should plan which options you will select during installation.
Options include methods of partitioning your disk space, your username and password,
and whether you want to enable Windows Update and other security features.
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The methods you can use for installation, which include using the distribution files on the
Windows Vista media or using files that have been copied to a network share point.
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The client upgrade paths that can upgrade to Windows Vista and the minimum hardware
requirements to perform an upgrade.
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Guidelines for when you should upgrade and when you should perform a clean install
of Windows Vista.
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Upgrade considerations and potential problems with the Windows Vista upgrade process.
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An upgrade checklist with steps to help ensure a successful upgrade.
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How to migrate files and settings from one computer to another using Windows Easy
Transfer and how to migrate user data from one computer to another using the User State
Migration Tool.
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How to install Windows Vista.
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How to upgrade Windows Vista.
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How to troubleshoot and resolve common installation errors.
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How to troubleshoot installation problems. Common errors are caused by media prob-
lems, lack of disk space or memory, and hardware problems. Other common errors include
using nonsupported hard drives. You can view setup log files to check for problems that
occurred during the installation.
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How to resolve application compatibility issues.
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Information about supporting dual-boot or multiboot environments. Dual-booting and
multibooting allow you to boot to a choice of two or more operating systems.
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The Windows Update and Windows Activation features. Postinstallation updates are
used to ensure that you have the latest files. Product activation is used to complete the
Windows Vista licensing process.
Exam Essentials
Be able to tell whether a computer meets the minimum hardware requirements for Windows
Vista. Windows Vista has minimum hardware requirements that must be met. In addition,
the hardware must be listed on the HCL, and Windows Vista drivers must be available for all
devices.
Understand the different methods that can be used for Windows Vista installation. Be able
to specify the steps and setup involved in installing Windows Vista through options such as
optical media and network installation.
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