CBT Review

If you're looking for Windows Vista Training, don't go any further. This new release from Winstructor is just what you need to pass the 70-620 exam, or simply learn practically every thing you'll need to know about Windows Vista.

The Series starts out with a video demonstrating how to install Vista, which of course anybody can do - however this video shows you how to upgrade XP and even how to dual boot Windows Vista with Windows XP and how to use the new bcdedit command to change your boot menu.

This package also includes a video on Sharing and Permissions which goes for over and hour and would have to include the best explanations I've heard on the subject. If you've ever had trouble with understanding how shares and permission work, you need this video!

Security is covered in the form of videos on the Windows Firewall, Windows Defender, User Account Control and even a really good video on Windows Live OneCare (which is Microsoft's Anti-Spyware, Anti-Virus, Firewall, Backup and PC Tune Up application). Also included is a great video on Parental Controls and this one is simple enough for most parents to understand.

Since some applications have changed in Windows Vista, namely the Windows Event Viewer and the Performance Monitor which is now called the Reliability and Performance Monitor, these subjects now have major coverage in these videos.

One thing I really liked about this series is that when a subject is explained, if there is a group policy object that relates to the subject, Winstructor includes coverage of that as well. Whilst home users might not fully understand group policy, more technical folks will love this.

And speaking of technical things, the Vista Sidebar video is unlike any other video that simply shows you the SideBar, this video also shows you what you need to create your own Gadgets!

Other videos include Printers, Remote Desktop and Remote Assistance, Mobile Computing, Networking, Backup and Restores, Internet Explorer 7 and a video on Aero including the new search features of Windows Vista.

This training is just what you need to master Windows Vista.

At $69.95 its without doubt the best value training around and the quality is superb. I imagine that most people that pay between $100-200 per CBT will kick themselves when they get this for less than half the price.

The training is very thorough, detailed and informative. Highly recommended.

Pros:
Price.
20+ Videos
Covers almost everything.

Cons:
No coverage of IIS.

Company: Winstructor
Product Link: Windows Vista Training Videos
Price: $69.95

Our Rating: 9/10

There's so many people that use Computer Based Training nowadays, but it does require you to make time to sit down in front of your computer to learn. Not anymore! Winstructor has just released their "entire" library of CBT Videos in MP4 format designed especially for the iPod and other portable devices.

Now I can learn anywhere! As someone that's often on a plane and also commutes via train, this is invaluable.

To solve the problem of trying to watch a full screen windows desktop on a small portable devices screen, Winstructor employs zooming technology to "zoom in" on what's happening on the screen. The result? You really can read the text, the menus, the icons, everything! Its really great to see a vendor working for their customers.

Hmm...I wonder how long it will take for other training companies to imitate Winstructor and follow suit with their own portable training?

The best news of all, is that if you are already a member of Winstructor, you dont have to pay anything for these videos, just log in and download them. Otherwise, sign up and you can download "both" their original WMV format videos and the new Portable Device videos using the same membership - great value!

You can find out more about them here: Portable Training