Configuring Networking Settings on a Windows Device

Welcome to the Configuring Networking Settings on a Windows Device Practice Lab. In this module, you will be provided with the instructions and devices needed to develop your hands-on skills.

Overview

Learning Outcomes:

In this module, you will complete the following exercises:

  • Exercise 1 – Windows Workgroups vs. Windows Domains
  • Exercise 2 – Local OS Firewall Settings
  • Exercise 3 – Configuration of a Client Network
  • Exercise 4 – Network Connections
  • Exercise 5 – Other Network Connections

After completing this module, you should be able to:

  • Identify Workgroup and Domain Setup
  • View Shared Resources in a Network
  • View Shared Printers on the Network
  • View Mapped Drives
  • View Firewall Configuration
  • Configure Application Permissions, Restrictions, and Exceptions
  • View the Internet Protocol (IP) Addressing Scheme
  • Find the Subnet Mask
  • Identify Default Gateway
  • Know how Domain Name Service Works
  • Know the Difference between Static and Dynamic Addressing
  • Create a Virtual Private Network (VPN) Connection
  • View Wired Connections
  • View the Settings of a Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)
  • View Proxy Settings
  • Navigate File Explorer
  • Set a Metered Connection

After completing this module, you should have further knowledge of:

  • File Servers
  • Wireless Connection
  • Public vs. Private Networks

Exam Objectives:

The following exam objectives are covered in this module:

1.6 Given a scenario, configure Microsoft Windows networking features on a client/desktop

  • Workgroup vs. domain setup
  • Local OS firewall settings
  • Client network configuration
  • Establish network connections
  • Proxy settings
  • Public network vs. private network
  • File Explorer navigation – network paths
  • Metered connections and limitations