AZ-140T00: Configuring and Operating Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop Training Course

Module 1: Plan an Azure Virtual Desktop Implementation for Government

In this module, you will learn how to assess existing physical and virtual desktop environments, plan and configure name resolution for Active Directory (AD) and Azure Active Directory Domain Services (Azure AD DS), and plan for Azure Virtual Desktop client deployments. This content is tailored to support the unique needs of government agencies in their digital transformation efforts.

Lessons

• Azure Virtual Desktop Architecture for Government

• Designing the Azure Virtual Desktop Architecture for Government Operations

• Designing User Identities and Profiles for Secure Government Environments

Lab : Prepare for Deployment of Azure Virtual Desktop (Azure AD DS) for Government

Lab : Prepare for Deployment of Azure Virtual Desktop (AD DS) for Government

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Understand the Components of Azure Virtual Desktop for Government Use

• Understand Personal and Pooled Desktops in a Government Context

• Recommend an Operating System for an Azure Virtual Desktop Implementation in Government Agencies

• Plan a Host Pools Architecture for Government Operations

Module 2: Implement an Azure Virtual Desktop Infrastructure for Government

In this module, you will learn how to manage connectivity to the Internet and on-premises networks, create a host pool using the Azure portal, deploy host pools using Azure Resource Manager templates, apply OS and application updates to a running Azure Virtual Desktop host, and create a master image. This module is designed to ensure that government IT teams can effectively implement and maintain secure virtual desktop environments.

Lessons

• Implementing and Managing Networking for Azure Virtual Desktop in Government Environments

• Implementing and Managing Storage for Azure Virtual Desktop in Government Operations

• Creating and Configuring Host Pools and Session Hosts for Government Use

• Creating and Managing a Session Host Image for Government Requirements

Lab : Deploy Host Pools and Session Hosts Using the Azure Portal (AD DS) for Government

Lab : Implementing and Managing Storage for Azure Virtual Desktop (Azure AD DS) for Government

Lab : Deploying Host Pools and Hosts Using Azure Resource Manager Templates for Government

Lab : Deploying and Managing Host Pools and Hosts Using PowerShell for Government

Lab : Creating and Configuring Host Pools and Session Hosts (Azure AD DS) for Government

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Implement Azure Virtual Network Connectivity for Government Operations

• Manage Connectivity to the Internet and On-Premises Networks in a Government Context

• Understand Azure Virtual Desktop Network Connectivity for Government Use

• Configure an Azure Virtual Desktop Session Host Using Azure Bastion for Government Security

• Configure Storage for FSLogix Components in Government Environments

• Configure Disks and File Shares for Government Use

• Modify a Session Host Image for Government Requirements

• Create and Use a Shared Image Gallery (SIG) for Government Operations

Module 3: Manage Access and Security for Government

In this module, you will learn how to plan and implement Azure roles and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) for Azure Virtual Desktop, implement Conditional Access policies for connections, plan and implement Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and manage security using Azure Security Center. This module is crucial for ensuring that government IT environments are secure and compliant.

Lessons

• Managing Access in Government Environments

• Managing Security in Government Operations

Lab : Configuring Conditional Access Policies for Connections to Azure Virtual Desktop (AD DS) for Government

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Manage Local Roles, Groups, and Rights Assignment on an Azure Virtual Desktop Session Host in a Government Context

• Configure User Restrictions Using AD Group Policies and Azure AD Policies for Government Use

• Understand Conditional Access Policy Components for Government Requirements

• Prepare for Azure Active Directory (Azure AD)-Based Conditional Access for Azure Virtual Desktop in a Government Setting

• Implement Azure AD-Based Conditional Access for Azure Virtual Desktop in Government Environments

Module 4: Manage User Environments and Apps for Government

In this module, you will learn how to plan for FSLogix, install FSLogix, configure Cloud Cache, deploy an application as a RemoteApp, and implement and manage OneDrive for Business for a multi-session environment. This module is designed to enhance user experience and productivity in government IT environments.

Lessons

• Implementing and Managing FSLogix for Government Use

• Configuring User Experience Settings for Government Requirements

• Installing and Configuring Apps on a Session Host in Government Environments

Lab : Implementing and Managing Azure Virtual Desktop Profiles (Azure AD DS) for Government

Lab : Packaging Windows Azure Desktop Applications (AD DS) for Government

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Configure Profile Containers for Government Use

• Configure Azure Files to Store Profile Containers for Azure Virtual Desktop in an AAD DS Environment for Government Operations

• Implement FSLogix-Based Profiles for Azure Virtual Desktop in an Azure AD DS Environment for Government Requirements

• Implement FSLogix-Based Profiles for Azure Virtual Desktop in a General Government Context

• Prepare for and Create MSIX App Packages for Government Use

• Implement an MSIX App Attach Container for Azure Virtual Desktop in an AD DS Environment for Government Operations

Module 5: Monitor and Maintain an Azure Virtual Desktop Infrastructure for Government

In this module, you will learn how to plan and implement a disaster recovery plan for Azure Virtual Desktop, configure automation for Azure Virtual Desktop, implement auto-scaling in host pools, and optimize session host capacity and performance. This module is essential for ensuring the reliability and efficiency of government IT systems.

Lessons

• Planning and Implementing Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery for Government Operations

• Automating Azure Virtual Desktop Management Tasks in Government Environments

• Monitoring and Managing Performance and Health of Azure Virtual Desktop in Government Settings

Lab : Implementing Autoscaling in Host Pools (AD DS) for Government

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Plan and Implement a Disaster Recovery Plan for Azure Virtual Desktop in Government Operations

• Configure Automation for Azure Virtual Desktop in a Government Context

• Monitor Azure Virtual Desktop Using Azure Monitor for Government Requirements

• Customize Azure Workbooks for Azure Virtual Desktop Monitoring in Government Environments

• Configure Auto-Scaling of Azure Virtual Desktop Session Hosts for Government Use

• Verify Auto-Scaling of Azure Virtual Desktop Session Hosts in a Government Setting