Windows Server Administration Training Course

This course provides participants with the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to install, configure, manage, and troubleshoot Windows Server environments. It covers key administrative tasks such as Active Directory management, group policies, file and storage services, networking, security, and server roles. Participants will gain practical experience in administering Windows Server for enterprise and business environments, preparing them for both workplace responsibilities and certification pathways (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate).

Target Groups

• System administrators and IT support professionals
• IT students and graduates seeking practical Windows Server knowledge
• Professionals preparing for Microsoft certifications
• Business owners and managers responsible for IT infrastructure
• Career changers aiming for systems administration roles
• Technical staff supporting enterprise server environments

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure Windows Server environments.
• Manage users, groups, and organizational units with Active Directory (AD).
• Implement and manage Group Policy Objects (GPOs).
• Configure file, storage, and print services.
• Set up and manage networking services (DNS, DHCP, etc.).
• Secure servers using best practices, policies, and updates.
• Monitor server performance and optimize system resources.
• Perform backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning.
• Manage virtualization with Hyper-V.
• Troubleshoot common server administration issues.

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Windows Server

• Windows Server editions and roles
• Server installation methods and deployment options
• Navigating Windows Server Manager and PowerShell

Module 2: Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS)

• Understanding AD concepts and architecture
• Installing and configuring domain controllers
• Managing users, groups, and organizational units
• Trusts, domains, and forests

Module 3: Group Policy Management

• Creating and managing GPOs
• Configuring security policies
• Implementing user and computer configuration settings
• Troubleshooting group policy issues

Module 4: File and Storage Services

• File server configuration and permissions
• NTFS vs. share permissions
• Distributed File System (DFS) and quotas
• Storage Spaces and disk management

Module 5: Networking with Windows Server

• Configuring DNS and DHCP services
• IP addressing and subnetting in Windows Server
• Implementing VPN and remote access
• Network policy and access services

Module 6: Server Security

• User authentication and authorization
• Managing certificates and encryption
• Windows Firewall and security baselines
• Protecting against malware and attacks

Module 7: Virtualization with Hyper-V

• Installing and configuring Hyper-V
• Creating and managing virtual machines
• Virtual switches and network virtualization
• Storage for virtual environments

Module 8: Backup, Recovery & High Availability

• Windows Server Backup configuration
• Disaster recovery strategies
• Failover clustering basics
• Replication and redundancy planning

Module 9: Monitoring and Performance Optimization

• Task Manager and Resource Monitor
• Performance Monitor and Event Viewer
• Automating tasks with PowerShell
• Troubleshooting common server issues

Module 10: Practical Labs & Case Studies

• Setting up a domain environment from scratch
• Managing user accounts and permissions
• Configuring GPOs for security compliance
• Real-world server administration scenarios