Windows Server 2022: Practical Administration and Configuration Training Course

Introduction to Windows Server 2022

• Overview of new features and improvements for government use
• Licensing and installation options for government agencies
• Lab environment setup and planning for effective testing and deployment

Installation and Configuration

• Installing Windows Server with Desktop Experience and Core configurations
• Post-installation configuration using Server Manager and PowerShell for streamlined management
• Managing roles and features to optimize server functionality for government operations

Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS)

• Deploying domain controllers and creating a new forest for enhanced security and management
• User, group, and organizational unit (OU) management to ensure efficient user administration
• Group Policy creation and management for consistent policy enforcement across the organization

DNS and DHCP Services

• Installing and configuring DNS zones and records to support reliable network services
• Deploying DHCP scopes, reservations, and options for dynamic IP address allocation
• Integrating DHCP with Active Directory to enhance service reliability and management

Hyper-V and Virtualization

• Installing the Hyper-V role to enable virtual machine operations
• Creating and managing virtual machines for flexible resource utilization
• Virtual switches and storage configurations to support complex virtual environments

File Server and Storage Services

• Configuring shared folders and access permissions for secure file sharing
• Implementing DFS and storage quotas to manage data distribution and usage
• Storage Spaces and disk management for efficient storage allocation and performance

Failover Clustering

• Understanding clustering requirements and use cases for high availability in government operations
• Setting up a basic failover cluster to ensure service continuity
• Cluster validation, nodes, and storage configuration to optimize cluster performance

Certificate and Federation Services

• Installing Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS) for secure authentication and encryption
• Deploying and managing certificates to enhance security in government systems
• Overview of Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS) for identity management across multiple domains

Print and Document Services

• Installing the Print Server role to support efficient printing operations
• Configuring printers, drivers, and print permissions to ensure access control and security
• Managing print queues and services for optimal performance and user satisfaction

Remote Access and Remote Desktop Services

• Implementing VPN and DirectAccess to provide secure remote access for government employees
• Installing the Remote Desktop Services (RDS) role to support remote desktop operations
• Remote Desktop licensing and access control to ensure compliance and security

Web Server (IIS)

• Installing and configuring IIS to host web applications for government services
• Hosting multiple websites with bindings and SSL to support diverse web content securely
• Configuring security, logs, and performance options to enhance web server operations

Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)

• Installing and configuring WSUS to manage software updates efficiently for government systems
• Creating computer groups and approval rules to streamline update processes
• Managing updates and reporting to ensure timely and effective patch management

Summary and Next Steps

• Review of key concepts and hands-on practice to reinforce learning and readiness for deployment
• Tips for production deployment and maintenance to support ongoing operations in government environments
• Further learning resources and references to continue professional development and stay current with best practices