Windows Server Administration Manage Enterprise IT and Microsoft Networks

Course Information

This comprehensive course will guide you through Windows Server Administration, focusing on managing enterprise IT environments and Microsoft networks. You’ll begin by learning how to install, configure, and manage Windows Server roles and features. You will also explore best practices for managing Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policies to ensure secure and efficient network management.

Next, the course will cover advanced enterprise IT management concepts such as user account management, domain controller configuration, and file-sharing services. You’ll also learn how to set up and manage remote desktop services (RDS), enabling secure and reliable remote access for users across the organization.

Throughout the course, you will gain hands-on experience by setting up and managing multiple server environments, simulating real-world scenarios. Each project will help you master tasks like server monitoring, resource optimization, and automated backups. You’ll also dive into advanced topics such as cloud integration, configuring firewalls, setting up VPNs, and implementing security best practices.

Throughout the course, you’ll gain hands-on experience in managing Windows Server security, including firewall configuration, role-based access control, and encryption. By the end, you’ll have the skills to deploy, manage, and secure Windows Server environments for enterprise IT networks, ensuring reliable and high-performing business operations.

What Will You Learn?

This course will teach you the core concepts of Windows Server Administration, focusing on managing enterprise IT environments and Microsoft networks. By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped to deploy, configure, and manage Windows Server roles, ensuring secure, scalable, and efficient enterprise networks.

1. Set up and manage Windows Server roles and features, including Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP.
2. Configure Group Policies to enforce security and administrative settings across the network.
3. Manage user accounts, domain controllers, and file-sharing services for efficient IT operations.
4. Implement remote desktop services (RDS) to enable secure remote access for users.
5. Virtualize servers using Hyper-V for enhanced scalability and resource management.
6. Create automated backup and disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
7. Monitor and manage server performance using Windows administrative tools for optimization and reliability.

Requirements

This course is designed for beginners who want to learn Windows Server Administration with a focus on managing enterprise IT and Microsoft networks. While prior experience with Windows Server is not required, a basic understanding of operating systems and networking will help you get the most out of this course.

1. Basic knowledge of operating systems (Windows and basic Linux concepts).
2. Familiarity with networking concepts (IP addresses, DNS, DHCP, and firewalls) is a plus.
3. A text editor or IDE (e.g., Visual Studio Code, PowerShell ISE).
4. A willingness to learn and experiment with Windows Server roles and management tools.
5. No prior experience with Active Directory, Group Policies, or Hyper-V virtualization is required.