Exam Objectives
The exam objectives are broken up into six different categories. The objectives for Exam 70-623 as stated by Microsoft include:
Install and Upgrade Windows Vista
- Evaluate potential upgrade environments.
- Prepare to install Windows Vista.
- Troubleshoot and resolve installation issues.
- Troubleshoot and resolve post-installation issues.
Post-Installation: Customize and Configure Settings
- Configure Sidebar.
- Configure Windows Aero.
- Customize and configure user accounts.
- Evaluate user requirements and recommend, set up, and configure appropriate applications.
- Evaluate user's system and recommend appropriate settings to optimize performance.
Configure Windows Vista Security
- Configure Windows Security Center.
- Configure firewalls.
- Configure Windows updates.
- Configure Windows Defender.
- Configure parental controls.
- Configure Internet Explorer 7.
- Configure user account control.
- Protect data.
Configure, Troubleshoot, and Repair Networking
- Configure and troubleshoot network protocols.
- Configure and troubleshoot network services on the client.
- Configure and troubleshoot Windows Vista by using the Network and Sharing Center.
- Configure and troubleshoot wireless networking.
- Troubleshoot file and print sharing.
- Configure Media Center.
Install, Configure, and Troubleshoot Devices
- Connect peripherals to Windows Vista.
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot mobile devices.
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot digital cameras and camcorders.
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot media devices.
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot printers, fax machines, and copy devices.
Troubleshoot and Repair Windows Vista
- Diagnose a specified issue.
- Repair a corrupted operating system.
- Remove malicious software from a client system.