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Module 1: Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) The following topics are covered in this module: - The Enterprise Management Challenge
- WMI Overview
- The Common Information Model
- Accessing WMI
At the end of this module, you will be able to describe Windows Management Instrumentation and the Common Information Model.This includes: The WMI Architecture. - WMI classes.
- Using CIM Studio.
- Accessing WMI data by using Microsoft Excel.
Module 2: Working with WMI Objects The following topics are covered in this module: - Connecting to WMI Using Scripts
- Accessing WMI Objects
- Advanced Scripting
- Security Settings
At the end of this module, you will be able to use the WMI Scripting API to develop scripts that access WMI objects.This includes: - Using properties and methods.
- Using the WinMgmts Moniker.
- Using error handling.
- Installing MSI packages.
- Managing DHCP clients.
Module 3: Querying WMI The following topics are covered in this module: - Enumerating Objects
- WMI Query Language
- Data Queries
- Using a Universal Query Script
- Associations and References
- Optimizing Queries
- The View Provider
At the end of this module, you will be able to develop scripts that use the WMI Query Language (WQL) to retrieve management data.This includes: - Using the WQL syntax.
- Developing a reusable basic script query.
- Using the View Provider.
- Optimizing queries.
- Using the SNMP provider.
- Using the Event Log provider.
Module 4: Working with Events The following topics are covered in this module: - The WMI Event Architecture
- Scripting for Events in WMI
- Using Best Practices
At the end of this module, you will be able to implement WMI events.This includes: - Implementing temporary and permanent event consumers.
- Differentiating between intrinsic and extrinsic events.
- Using the SDK Event Registration and Event Viewer tools.
- Using the Active Script event consumer to launch scripts when events occur.
Module 5: The Future of WMI The following topics are covered in this module: - WMI and Microsoft Products
- WMI Enhancements in Microsoft Windows XP
- The Importance of Microsoft .NET
- References
At the end of this module, you will be able to investigate how WMI Scripting API scripts will be used with future applications and operating systemsThis includes:
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