Course Outline

Introduction to Hyper-V

  • Definition and benefits of virtualization for government operations
  • Types of virtualization: Hardware, Software, Desktop, and Network virtualization
  • Comparison of Hyper-V with other virtualization platforms (VMware, VirtualBox)

Setting Up Hyper-V

  • System requirements for Hyper-V in a government environment
  • Installing Hyper-V on Windows Server and Windows 10/11 for government use
  • Enabling the Hyper-V role using Server Manager and PowerShell for efficient management
  • Initial configuration of Hyper-V Manager to align with public sector workflows

Creating and Managing Virtual Machines (VMs)

  • Creating a new virtual machine for government applications
  • Configuring VM settings to meet governance standards
  • Understanding the differences between Generation 1 and Generation 2 VMs for enhanced performance and security

VM Storage Management

  • Types of virtual hard disks (VHD, VHDX) for government data storage
  • Creating and attaching virtual hard disks to ensure data integrity
  • Managing storage: Dynamic vs. Fixed-size disks for optimal resource utilization

Networking in Hyper-V

  • Understanding Hyper-V virtual switches for secure network configurations
  • Configuring virtual network adapters to support government network policies
  • VLANs and Hyper-V Network Virtualization for enhanced security and flexibility
  • Creating multiple VMs with different configurations to meet diverse government needs
  • Configuring VM storage and networking to align with public sector requirements

Hyper-V Integration Services

  • Understanding Integration Services for seamless operation of virtualized applications
  • Installing and updating Integration Services to ensure compatibility and performance
  • Benefits and functionalities of Integration Services for government IT environments

Checkpoints and VM Snapshots

  • Creating and managing checkpoints for reliable data recovery
  • Types of checkpoints: Standard and Production checkpoints
  • Best practices for using checkpoints in a government context

Hyper-V Replica and Live Migration

  • Setting up and configuring Hyper-V Replica for disaster recovery and business continuity
  • Understanding Live Migration and Shared Nothing Live Migration for minimal downtime
  • Configuring and performing Live Migration to enhance operational efficiency
  • Implementing checkpoints and replicas to ensure data integrity and availability
  • Performing Live Migration of VMs to support dynamic workload management

Hyper-V Management Tools

  • Overview of Hyper-V Manager, Failover Cluster Manager, and System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM) for comprehensive management
  • Managing Hyper-V with PowerShell scripts for automated tasks
  • Remote management of Hyper-V to support distributed government operations

Backup and Recovery

  • Backup strategies for Hyper-V to ensure data protection and compliance
  • Configuring and using Windows Server Backup for reliable backups
  • Integrating Hyper-V with third-party backup solutions for enhanced redundancy

Securing Hyper-V

  • Best practices for securing the Hyper-V environment to meet government security standards
  • Understanding Shielded VMs and Host Guardian Service for advanced protection
  • Configuring security settings for VMs and the Hyper-V host to prevent unauthorized access
  • Using management tools and PowerShell for secure Hyper-V administration
  • Implementing security measures for VMs and hosts to ensure data integrity and confidentiality

Monitoring and Optimizing Performance

  • Tools for monitoring Hyper-V performance to maintain optimal system operation
  • Optimizing VM performance to meet government service level agreements (SLAs)
  • Troubleshooting common performance issues to ensure continuous operation

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Basic knowledge of networking for government environments
  • Basic understanding of virtualization for government operations

Audience

  • System administrators for government agencies
  • IT managers for government departments
  • Network administrators for government systems
  • IT professionals for government organizations
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