Project 1: Windows Upgrade Plan
Objective
Provide a summary of your recommendation of a specific version of Windows 10. Explain how your choice meets the business needs of Tetra Shillings Accounting.
The opportunity: Benefits of upgrading to Windows 10
Discuss the client’s current Windows 8 environment and the issues related to running an older version of the Windows operating system.
- Based on what you know about the client, discuss at least three Windows 10 features that you believe will provide the most benefit to the organization’s computer security posture.
Upgrade plan
- Recommend a version of Windows 10 for the upgrade. Explain the reason for your choice.
- Which install method(s) will be used for the upgrade? Explain why.
- Discuss at least two automated deployment options discussed in Lesson 1 that you think would be appropriate for the deployment. Include analysis of the pros and cons of each method.
- How will you address concerns that the client has about how end users will be affected by the upgrade?
Strategy for keeping the operating system updated
- Explain the importance of keeping systems updated. This should include benefits associated with performance and security. Referencing the firm’s past security breaches will help you articulate your reasoning.
- Propose a strategy that will keep operating systems updated. Keep in mind that this is going to require some downtime for each workstation.