Windows 7 and Windows Vista – Training Portal

Built on the strengths of Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista, Windows 7 is the Microsoft operating system designed to enhance your organization's desktop environment. Windows 7 provides improved security and manageability for remote and local computers, and improves performance and reliability.

Become the Windows 7 expert in your organization. Discover the wide variety of Windows 7 training courses available online and in the classroom, books, and Windows 7 certifications offered by Microsoft Learning to help you succeed.

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Learning Plans

A Learning Plan is a collection of training resources organized into an interactive path that focuses on your specific learning needs.

Created by Microsoft experts, Learning Plans can help save you time by organizing the most relevant Windows 7 training content into a self-guided path. Resources include online courses, instructor-led classes, books, articles, and more.

View the latest Learning Plans for Windows 7

Certification

You can be among the first to prove your proficiency in the latest Microsoft operating system. A Microsoft Windows 7 certification helps demonstrate to project leads and hiring managers that you keep your skills current. Multiple Windows 7 certifications are available or scheduled.

Classroom training

Classroom training is designed to help you build expertise with the help of world-class learning content. Classroom training includes "First Look" courses and classes. The authorized source for Microsoft training, Microsoft Learning Partners are uniquely positioned to help you develop expertise on the latest Microsoft technology through classroom training; online, instructor-led training; and facilitated, blended learning solutions.

View the latest classroom training for Windows 7

Microsoft E-Learning

If you learn best independently, explore Official Microsoft E-Learning courses, which provide a simple and effective way to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule. You can use Windows 7 e-learning training courses to improve your skills, prepare for a project or an exam, or earn certifications. Most e-learning courses include hands-on virtual labs.

View the latest Microsoft E-Learning for Windows 7

Books from Microsoft Press

Microsoft Press provides comprehensive reference and training books that help you get the most from Microsoft tools and technologies. Microsoft Press books are written by industry experts and Microsoft insiders who provide current information to help you find the answers you need and develop your skills.

Prepare for Windows 7 with a free offer of Microsoft Press chapters
Get a head start on Windows 7 with tips and tricks from Microsoft Press books. When you register for this free offer, each week (for seven weeks) you will receive an e-mail message that includes a link to download a chapter from an upcoming Microsoft Press book about Windows 7. You will also receive information about related special offers that will help you build your Windows 7 knowledge base. You can opt out of these communications at any time.

Silverlight Learning Snacks

If you want to learn more about Windows 7 but do not have much time, try Microsoft Silverlight Learning Snacks. Learning Snacks, based on innovative Microsoft Silverlight technology, are interactive presentations that include animations, recorded demos, and other media. At the end of each presentation, you can view additional Learning Snacks, learn more about the topic, or visit a related Web site.

Note To view Learning Snacks, you need to install Microsoft Silverlight and enable pop-up windows.

Become an expert on Windows Vista. The Windows Vista operating system is more secure, easier to deploy, and simpler to manage than previous versions of Windows. It provides enhanced communication, mobility, and networking features that enable users to view and organize information and control their computing experience like never before.

With the right Windows Vista training, you can use Windows Vista to achieve your goals—whether you want to get the greatest benefit from your technology investment, earn a certification, or advance in your career. Explore Microsoft Learning offerings, including Windows Vista training, and books.

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Learning Plans

A Learning Plan is a collection of training resources organized into an interactive path that focuses on your specific learning needs.

Created by Microsoft experts, Learning Plans can help save you time by organizing the most relevant Windows Vista training content into a self-guided path. Resources include online courses, instructor-led classes, books, articles, and more.

View the latest Learning Plans for Windows Vista

Certification

Demonstrate your value to employers by attaining a Microsoft Certification. Certification helps you validate your understanding of technology features and inspire confidence in your abilities. We offer three types of certification for Windows Vista:

View the latest certifications on Windows Vista

Classroom training

Classroom training is designed to help you build expertise with the help of world-class learning content. Classroom training includes "First Look" courses and classes. The authorized source for Microsoft training, Microsoft Learning Partners are uniquely positioned to help you develop expertise on the latest Microsoft technology through classroom training; online, instructor-led training; and facilitated, blended learning solutions.

View the latest classroom training on Windows Vista

Microsoft E-Learning

If you learn best independently, explore Official Microsoft E-Learning courses, which provide a simple and effective way to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule. You can use Windows Vista e-learning courses to improve your skills, prepare for a project or an exam, or earn certifications. Most e-learning courses include hands-on virtual labs.

View the latest Microsoft E-Learning for Windows Vista

Books from Microsoft Press

Microsoft Press provides comprehensive reference and training books that help you to get the most from Microsoft tools and technologies. Microsoft Press books are written by industry experts and Microsoft insiders who provide current information to help you find the answers you need and advance your skills.

View the latest Microsoft Press books about Windows Vista

Silverlight Learning Snacks

If you want to learn more about Windows Vista but do not have much time, try Microsoft Silverlight Learning Snacks. Learning Snacks, based on innovative Microsoft Silverlight technology, are interactive presentations that include animations, recorded demos, and other media. At the end of each presentation, you can view additional Learning Snacks, learn more about the topic, or visit a related Web site.

Note To view Learning Snacks, you need to install Microsoft Silverlight and enable pop-up windows.