MD-100: Windows Client

Candidates for this exam are IT administrators who need expertise in installation, configuration, general local management and maintenance of Windows 10 and later core services. 

This course prepares you for the certification exam MD-100: Windows Client which is one of the two required exams (the other exam is MD-101: Managing Modern Desktops) to obtain the Modern Desktop Administrator Associate certificate. 

• Basic understanding of computer networks and hardware concepts.
• Basic understanding of OS and Application concepts.
• Experience with using the Windows OS (Windows 10/11).
• Understanding of Server 2012/2016 ADDS.

Module 1: Install the Windows client

• Explore the Windows client
• Examine Windows client editions and requirements
• Evaluate Windows client installation methods
• Upgrade and migrate Windows clients
• Evaluate deployment methods

Module 2: Configure authorization and authentication

• Explore authentication
• Manage users and groups
• Configure user account control
• Implement device registration

Module 3: Configure post-installation settings and personalization

• Explore common configuration options
• Explore advanced configuration methods
• Manage drivers and device peripherals

Module 4: Configure networking on Windows clients

• Configure IP network connectivity
• Explore name resolution
• Configure wireless network connectivity
• Explore remote access
• Employ remote management

Module 5: Configure storage on Windows clients

• Manage storage on Windows clients
• Maintain disks and volumes
• Implement Storage Spaces

Module 6: Configure data access and usage

• Explore Windows client file systems
• Configure and manage file access
• Configure and manage shared folders
• Manage user files

Module 7: Manage apps and Windows updates

• Provide apps to users
• Manage Universal Windows Platform apps
• Manage the Microsoft Edge browser
• Explore the Windows servicing model
• Update Windows clients

Module 8: Configure threat protection

• Explore malware and threat protection
• Explore Microsoft Defender
• Explore device encryption features
• Explore connection security rules
• Explore advanced protection methods

Module 9: Support the Windows client environment

• Explore troubleshooting methodologies
• Explore Windows architecture
• Explore support and diagnostic tools
• Monitor and troubleshoot Windows client performance

Module 10: Troubleshoot the Windows client operating system and apps

• Employ file recovery in Windows client
• Explore application troubleshooting
• Troubleshoot Windows start-up
• Troubleshoot operating system service issues

Module 11: Troubleshoot hardware and drivers

• Troubleshoot device driver failures
• Explore physical hardware troubleshooting
• Troubleshoot physical failures on Windows clients