Master Windows Server Deployment & Licensing with hands-on challenges and interactive lessons.
Learn about the role of Windows Server in enterprise environments, its history, and basic concepts like roles and features.
Understand the different installation methods for Windows Server, including GUI and command-line installations.
Learn how to configure basic settings after installing Windows Server, including network configuration and initial security settings.
Explore the various roles and features available in Windows Server, such as Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP.
Learn the fundamentals of Active Directory, including domains, organizational units, and user accounts.
Understand the basics of Group Policy, including Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and how to create and apply them.
Learn how to configure network services such as DNS, DHCP, and IPAM in Windows Server.
Explore the different file and storage services available in Windows Server, including File Server and Storage Spaces.
Learn the fundamentals of Hyper-V, including virtual machines, virtual switches, and basic management tasks.
Understand the basics of Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) and how to configure and manage it.
Learn about backup and disaster recovery options in Windows Server, including Windows Server Backup and System Center Data Protection Manager.
Explore advanced Active Directory topics, including sites, replication, and trusts.
Learn advanced Group Policy concepts, including preferences, security filtering, and troubleshooting.
Explore advanced Hyper-V topics, including live migration, storage migration, and nested virtualization.
Learn the basics of Windows Server licensing, including licensing models, activation, and volume licensing.
Explore advanced licensing scenarios, including hybrid environments, software assurance, and licensing compliance.
Learn about different Windows Server deployment strategies, including in-place upgrades, clean installations, and automated deployments.
Explore automation options for Windows Server, including PowerShell, Desired State Configuration (DSC), and System Center Configuration Manager.
Learn about security best practices for Windows Server, including hardening, patch management, and monitoring.
Explore troubleshooting techniques and optimization strategies for Windows Server, including performance monitoring, event logs, and performance tuning.
