Windows 11 Desktop Administration: System Maintenance and Troubleshooting from Pluralsight

Windows 11 is Microsoft’s latest release of their flagship desktop operating system. This course will teach you how to maintain, backup, recover, and troubleshoot a Windows 11 machine.

Installing and configuring Windows 11 is one thing, but ensuring it is maintained, protected, and that you can effectively troubleshoot issues when they occur is another. In this course, Windows 11 Desktop Administration: System Maintenance and Troubleshooting, you’ll learn to maintain, protect, and troubleshoot the Windows 11 desktop operating system. First, you’ll explore the native Windows tools and processes for performing backup and recovery. Next, you’ll understand and configure Windows Update, and explore several tools for performing routine maintenance tasks. Finally, you’ll learn how to troubleshoot issues in Windows with built in monitoring and troubleshooting tools. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of performing system maintenance and troubleshooting of Windows 11, both in a business and consumer environment

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Course Introduction

Windows 11 Backup and Recovery

Windows 11 Updates

Windows 11 Maintenance Tools

Windows 11 Troubleshooting

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Provides a practical approach to maintaining, protecting, and troubleshooting Windows 11, reflecting real-world workplace needs

Covers crucial system maintenance and troubleshooting skills for Windows 11, applicable in both business and consumer environments

Taught by Matt Allford, an experienced instructor who brings valuable insights and industry knowledge

Uses native Windows tools and processes, ensuring relevance and direct applicability on the job

Delves into Windows Update and essential maintenance tools, empowering learners with practical knowledge

Requires a strong foundation in Windows 11 concepts and practices

Career center

Learners who complete Windows 11 Desktop Administration: System Maintenance and Troubleshooting will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Windows Administrator

Windows Administrators manage and maintain Windows computers and networks. They may work for a variety of organizations, including businesses, schools, and government agencies. This course is highly relevant to the role of a Windows Administrator, as it provides a foundation in Windows 11 maintenance and troubleshooting, which is essential for managing and maintaining Windows 11 computers and networks.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators manage and maintain databases. They may work for a variety of organizations, including businesses, schools, and government agencies. This course may be useful in providing a foundation in Windows 11 maintenance and troubleshooting, which can be helpful for managing and maintaining databases on Windows 11 computers.

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Network Administrator

Network Administrators manage and maintain computer networks. They may work for a variety of organizations, including businesses, schools, and government agencies. This course may be useful in providing a foundation in Windows 11 maintenance and troubleshooting, which can be helpful for managing and maintaining networks that include Windows 11 computers.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts design, implement, and maintain security measures to protect computer systems and networks. They may work for a variety of organizations, including businesses, schools, and government agencies. This course may be useful in providing a foundation in Windows 11 maintenance and troubleshooting, which can be helpful for designing, implementing, and maintaining security measures for Windows 11 computers and networks.

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Technical Support Engineer

Technical Support Engineers provide technical support to users of computers and other electronic devices. They may work for a variety of companies, including computer manufacturers, software companies, and telecommunications companies. This course may be useful in providing a foundation in Windows 11 maintenance and troubleshooting, which can be helpful for supporting customers who use Windows 11.

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Network Engineer

Network Engineers design, implement, and maintain computer networks. They may work for a variety of organizations, including businesses, schools, and government agencies. This course may be useful in providing a foundation in Windows 11 maintenance and troubleshooting, which can be helpful for designing, implementing, and maintaining networks that include Windows 11 computers.

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Security Analyst

Security Analysts monitor and analyze computer systems and networks for security threats. They may work for a variety of organizations, including businesses, schools, and government agencies. This course may be useful in providing a foundation in Windows 11 maintenance and troubleshooting, which can be helpful for securing networks that include Windows 11 computers.

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IT Support Specialist

IT Support Specialists provide technical support to users of computers and other electronic devices. They may work in a help desk or other technical support environment. This course may be useful in providing a foundation in Windows 11 maintenance and troubleshooting, which can be helpful for supporting users who use Windows 11.

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System Administrator

System Administrators manage and maintain computer systems and networks. They may work for a variety of organizations, including businesses, schools, and government agencies. This course may be useful in providing a foundation in Windows 11 maintenance and troubleshooting, which can be helpful for managing and maintaining systems that include Windows 11 computers.

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Computer Systems Analyst

Computer Systems Analysts design, implement, and maintain computer systems. They may work for a variety of organizations, including businesses, schools, and government agencies. This course may be useful in providing a foundation in Windows 11 maintenance and troubleshooting, which can be helpful for designing, implementing, and maintaining computer systems that include Windows 11 computers.

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Help Desk Analyst

Help Desk Analysts provide technical support to users over the phone, email, or chat. They may work in a help desk or other technical support environment. This course may be useful in providing a foundation in Windows 11 maintenance and troubleshooting, which can be helpful for supporting users who use Windows 11.

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Desktop Support Technician

Desktop Support Technicians provide technical support to users of desktop computers. They may work in a help desk or other technical support environment. This course may be useful in providing a foundation in Windows 11 maintenance and troubleshooting, which can be helpful for supporting users who use Windows 11.

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Field Service Technician

Field Service Technicians provide technical support to customers at their homes or businesses. They may work for a variety of companies, including computer manufacturers, software companies, and telecommunications companies. This course may be useful in providing a foundation in Windows 11 maintenance and troubleshooting, which can be helpful for supporting customers who use Windows 11.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software applications. They may work for a variety of organizations, including businesses, schools, and government agencies. This course may be useful in providing a foundation in Windows 11 maintenance and troubleshooting, which can be helpful for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications that run on Windows 11.

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Computer User Support Specialist

Computer User Support Specialists provide technical assistance to computer users. They may work in a help desk or other technical support environment. This course may be useful in providing a foundation in Windows 11 maintenance and troubleshooting, which can be helpful for supporting users who use Windows 11.

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