Course Outline
Module 1: Windows Server Administration Overview
- Principles and tools for Windows Server administration
- Introduction to Windows Server 2019
- Overview of the Windows Server Core interface
Module 2: Identity Services in Windows Server
- Fundamentals of AD DS
- Deployment of Windows Server domain controllers
- Overview of Azure Active Directory
- Implementation of Group Policy
- Introduction to Active Directory Certificate Services
Module 3: Network Infrastructure services in Windows Server
- Deployment and management of DHCP
- Deployment and management of DNS services
- Deployment and management of IPAM
Module 4: File Servers and Storage management in Windows Server
- Management of volumes and file systems in Windows Server
- Configuration of sharing features in Windows Server
- Implementation of Storage Spaces in Windows Server
- Deployment of Data Deduplication
- Implementation of iSCSI
- Deployment of the Distributed File System
Module 5: Hyper-V virtualization and containers in Windows Server
- Utilization of Hyper-V in Windows Server
- Configuration of virtual machines
- Security measures for virtualization in Windows Server
- Containerization in Windows Server
- Introduction to Kubernetes
Module 6: High Availability in Windows Server
- Strategic planning for failover clustering
- Creation and configuration of failover clusters
- Overview of stretch clusters
- High availability and disaster recovery strategies using Hyper-V VMs
Module 7: Disaster recovery in Windows Server
- Configuration of Hyper-V Replica
- Backup and restore infrastructure within Windows Server
Module 8: Windows Server security
- Protection of credentials and privileged access in Windows Server
- System hardening techniques for Windows Server
- Implementation of Just Enough Administration (JEA) in Windows Server
- Securing and analyzing SMB traffic
- Management of Windows Server updates
Module 9: Remote Desktop Services in Windows Server
- Overview of Remote Desktop Services capabilities
- Configuration of session-based desktop deployments
- Understanding personal and pooled virtual desktops
Module 10: Remote access and web services in Windows Server
- Overview of RAS in Windows Server
- Implementation of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
- Deployment of Network Policy Server (NPS)
- Implementation of Always On VPN
- Setup of the Web Server role in Windows Server
Module 11: Monitoring, performance, and troubleshooting
- Overview of Windows Server monitoring utilities
- Utilization of Performance Monitor
- Analysis of event logs for troubleshooting purposes
Module 12: Upgrade and migration in Windows Server
- Migration strategies for AD DS
- Use of the Storage Migration Service
- Application of Windows Server migration tools
Requirements
- Practical familiarity and prior exposure to Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) architectures and technologies as found in Windows Server 2012 or Windows Server 2016.
- Further experience and knowledge regarding Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) concepts and technologies in Windows Server 2012 or Windows Server 2016.
- Proficiency in core networking technologies, including IP addressing, name resolution mechanisms, and the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Hyper-V, coupled with a solid understanding of basic server virtualization principles.
- General awareness of fundamental security best practices.
- Practical experience operating Windows client operating systems, specifically Windows 8, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10.
- Foundational proficiency in using Windows PowerShell.
Target Audience
This course is primarily intended for Information Technology (IT) Professionals who have working experience with Windows Server and are seeking a dedicated five-day curriculum that comprehensively covers the core administrative components and technologies of Windows Server 2019. It also serves as an upskilling opportunity for server administrators from previous Windows Server iterations who need to refresh their knowledge. Furthermore, it provides valuable preparation material for individuals aiming to pass certification exams related to Windows Server, and supports service desk personnel who aspire to transition into server maintenance and administration roles.
Job Role: Administrator
Testimonials (2)
Thank you for the informative and wonderful course. I would also like to thank the trainer Mr. Ahmed El Gendy for delivering the information in a very smooth and understandable manner. I have benefited greatly from this course and can confidently say that I now understand all the topics and can apply them practically.
Atheer hadi aljezani - Tamkeen Technologies
Course - Windows Server 2019 Administration (authorized training course WS 011T00)
The teaching style was very good.
