Windows Server 2016 Training Course
In this instructor-led live training, participants will explore the new features and capabilities of Windows Server 2016 while gaining hands-on experience in setting up, configuring, managing, and deploying a Windows Server environment.
Upon completion, participants will be equipped to install and configure essential Windows Server 2016 services, including networking, user management, security, updates, maintenance, PowerShell scripting, and more.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions
- Extensive exercises and practical sessions
- Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment
Customization Options
- For customized training requests, please contact us to arrange.
Course Outline
Introduction
Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2016
Overview of Windows Server 2016 Features and Architecture
Configuring Windows Server 2016 Networking
Setting up a Windows Domain
Setting up a DHCP Server
Setting up a Domain Name System (DNS)
Setting up Multiple Domain Controllers (DCs)
Adding Workstations to a Windows Domain
Managing Workstations
Setting up Active Directory
Managing Users, Groups, and Organizational Units
Managing Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
Setting up a Web Server
Securing Windows Server 2016
Writing PowerShell Scripts
Setting up a Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) Server
Updating Windows Servers and Workstations
Troubleshooting
Summary and Conclusion
Requirements
- Experience with the Windows operating system
- Familiarity with networking concepts
- Understanding of system administration principles
Target Audience
- System administrators
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Interactivity, the trainer was willing to help and explain in areas that were difficult. I felt like the training was really useful for me
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