Apple Certified Technical Training

Macintosh Integration Basics v10.7
1 Days - $500
Course Description

This course is designed for individuals bringing a Mac computer into a small business environment that is predominantly Windows-based. Windows Small Business Server is most likely the server being used. The course is also for users replacing a Windows computer with a Mac, and for reference by system administrators supporting the above users.
Audience

Administrators who need to configure: Macs to work with Active Directory, and how to take advantage of network services, file sharing, printing, instant messaging, emailing, calendars and contacts; security at the user, local network, and remote networking levels; data management, both migrating your data from a Windows computer as well as backing up your important data; Windows programs to run directly on your Mac; provide total compatibility and interoperability with colleagues using Windows
Prerequisites

Students should have the following prerequisite knowledge prior to attending this course:
  • Basic understanding of Mac OS X skills and terminology
  • Review the document Switch 101
  • Review the document Mac 101
Certification Track

The Apple Certified Associate exam for this course can be taken from the comfort of your home or office. The exam costs $65. Instructions for taking the online exam are found here.
Course Outline
  • Connecting to a Network Account Server
  • File Sharing Between Mac OS X and Windows Computers
  • Email, Calendars & Contacts
  • Security
  • Printing from Mac OS X Computers
  • Instant Messaging
  • Data Management and Backup
  • Cross-platform Compatibility