Course Outline

Module 1: Windows Server Administration Overview for Government

  • Overview of Windows Server administration principles and tools for government
  • Introduction to Windows Server 2019 for government environments
  • Windows Server Core Overview for government operations

Module 2: Identity Services in Windows Server

  • Overview of Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) for government
  • Deploying Windows Server domain controllers for government networks
  • Overview of Azure AD integration for government agencies
  • Implementing Group Policy for enhanced governance in government systems
  • Overview of Active Directory Certificate Services for secure government communications

Module 3: Network Infrastructure Services in Windows Server

  • Deploying and managing DHCP services for government networks
  • Deploying and managing DNS services to support government operations
  • Deploying and managing IP Address Management (IPAM) for efficient government network administration

Module 4: File Servers and Storage Management in Windows Server

  • Volumes and file systems in Windows Server for government use
  • Implementing sharing in Windows Server to enhance collaboration within government agencies
  • Implementing Storage Spaces in Windows Server to optimize storage resources for government operations
  • Implementing Data Deduplication to improve storage efficiency for government data
  • Implementing iSCSI for enhanced data access and management in government environments
  • Deploying Distributed File System (DFS) for streamlined file sharing across government departments

Module 5: Hyper-V Virtualization and Containers in Windows Server

  • Hyper-V in Windows Server for government virtualization needs
  • Configuring virtual machines (VMs) to support government applications
  • Securing virtualization in Windows Server to ensure government data integrity
  • Containers in Windows Server for flexible and scalable government applications
  • Overview of Kubernetes for orchestrating containerized applications in government settings

Module 6: High Availability in Windows Server

  • Planning for failover clustering implementation to ensure continuous government operations
  • Creating and configuring failover clusters for government IT infrastructure
  • Overview of stretch clusters for enhanced disaster recovery in government environments
  • High availability and disaster recovery solutions with Hyper-V VMs for government systems

Module 7: Disaster Recovery in Windows Server

  • Hyper-V Replica for government data protection
  • Backup and restore infrastructure in Windows Server to ensure government data integrity

Module 8: Windows Server Security

  • Credentials and privileged access protection in Windows Server for secure government operations
  • Hardening Windows Server to meet government security standards
  • Just Enough Administration (JEA) in Windows Server to minimize administrative privileges in government systems
  • Securing and analyzing Server Message Block (SMB) traffic for government network security
  • Windows Server update management to ensure timely application of security patches in government environments

Module 9: Remote Desktop Services in Windows Server

  • Remote Desktop Services Overview for government users
  • Configuring a session-based desktop deployment for government employees
  • Overview of personal and pooled virtual desktops to support flexible government work environments

Module 10: Remote Access and Web Services in Windows Server

  • Overview of Remote Access Service (RAS) in Windows Server for government networks
  • Implementing Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to secure remote access for government users
  • Implementing Network Policy Server (NPS) for enhanced network security in government settings
  • Implementing Always On VPN to provide continuous and secure remote access for government employees
  • Implementing Web Server in Windows Server to host government web applications and services

Module 11: Monitoring, Performance, and Troubleshooting

  • Overview of Windows Server monitoring tools for government IT administrators
  • Using Performance Monitor to optimize government system performance
  • Monitoring event logs for troubleshooting and ensuring compliance in government systems

Module 12: Upgrade and Migration in Windows Server

  • AD DS migration strategies for government IT infrastructure
  • Storage Migration Service to facilitate seamless data transition in government environments
  • Windows Server migration tools to support the upgrade process for government systems

Requirements

  • Familiarity with and practical experience in Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) concepts and technologies within Windows Server 2012 or Windows Server 2016 environments.
  • Understanding of core networking technologies, including IP addressing, name resolution, and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).
  • Experience with Microsoft Hyper-V and foundational server virtualization principles.
  • Awareness of fundamental security best practices for government.
  • Hands-on experience with Windows client operating systems such as Windows 8, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10.
  • Basic proficiency in using Windows PowerShell.

Audience

This course is designed for Information Technology (IT) Professionals who have prior experience with Windows Server and are seeking a comprehensive five-day training that covers essential administration components and technologies in Windows Server 2019. The course also aids server administrators from earlier versions of Windows Server to update their knowledge and skills related to Windows Server 2019. Additionally, it provides preparation materials for individuals aiming to pass exams associated with Windows Server. This course is suitable for those in service desk roles who are interested in transitioning into server maintenance.

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