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Book SynopsisCharles Pluta is a technical consultant and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) who has authored several certification exams, lab guides, and learner guides for various technology vendors. As a technical consultant, Charles has assisted small, medium, and large organizations deploy and maintain their IT infrastructure. He is also a speaker, staff member, or trainer at several large industry conferences every year. Charles has a degree in Computer Networking, and holds more than 15 industry certifications. He makes a point to leave the United States to travel to a different country once every year. When not working on training or traveling, he plays pool in Augusta, Georgia.Table of ContentsPart I: Storage and Compute Chapter 1: Implement server storage solutions Skill 1.1. Configure disks and volumes Skill 1.2: Implement advanced storage solutions Chapter 2: Implement Hyper-V Skill 2.1: Install and configure Hyper-V Skill 2.2: Configure virtual machine settings Skill 2.3: Configure Hyper-V storage Skill 2.4: Configure Hyper-V networking Chapter 3: Implement Windows Containers Skill 3.1: Deploy Windows Containers Skill 3.2: Manage Windows Containers Chapter 4: Implement high availability Skill 4.1: Implement high availability and disaster recovery options within Hyper-V Skill 4.2: Implement failover clustering Skill 4.3: Manage failover clustering Skill 4.4: Manage virtual machines movement in clustered nodes Chapter 5: Install, manage, and maintain servers for host and compute environments Skill 5.1. Install, upgrade, and migrate servers and workloads Skill 5.2: Install and configure Nano Server Part II: Networking Chapter 6: Implement Domain Name System (DNS) Skill 6.1: Install and configure DNS servers Chapter 7: Implement DHCP Skill 7.1: Manage and maintain DHCP Chapter 8: Implement network connectivity and remote access solutions Skill 8.1: Implement VPN solutions Skill 8.2: Implement DirectAccess Chapter 9: Implement core and distributed network solutions Skill 9.1: Implement IP Address Management (IPAM) Chapter 10: Implement advanced network infrastructure Skill 10.1: Implement high performance network solutions Skill 10.2: Implement Software Defined Networking (SDN) Part III: Identity Chapter 11: Federate identity solutions Skill 11.1: Install and configure Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS) Skill 11.2: Implement Web Application Proxy

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Book SynopsisCraig Zacker is a writer, editor, and educator who has written or contributed to dozens of books on operating systems, networking, and PC hardware, as well as several college texts and online training courses. Craig is the author of the Windows Small Business Server 2008 Administrator's Pocket Consultant, and co-authored the MCITP Self-Paced Training Kit (Exam 70-686): Windows 7 Desktop Administrator. Table of Contents Chapter 1 Install Windows Servers in host and compute environments Chapter 2 Implement storage solutions Chapter 3 Implement Hyper-V Chapter 4 Implement Windows containers Chapter 5 Implement high availability Chapter 6 Maintain and monitor server environments

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsChapter 1 Getting Started with Windows Explore the Screen 4 Explore the Start Menu 5 Start and Close an App 6 Connect to Your Wireless Network 8 Put Windows to Sleep 10 Restart or Shut Down Windows 11 Switch to a Microsoft Account 12 Install an App 16 Switch Between Running Apps 18 Arrange Running Apps 20 Uninstall an App 22 Chapter 2 Customizing Windows Pin an App to the Start Menu 26 Open the Settings App 28 Change the Lock Screen Background 30 Choose a Lock Screen Status App 32 Customize Syncing Between Devices 34 Access an App’s Features 36 Pin an App to the Taskbar 38 Change the Theme 40 Adjust the Volume 42 Set the Time Zone 43 Configure Windows to Work with Multiple Monitors 44 Customize the Taskbar 46 Chapter 3 Surfing the Web Open a Web Page 50 Open a Web Page in a Tab 52 Navigate Web Pages 54 Find Text on a Page 55 Navigate with the History List 56 Change Your Startup Page 58 Save Favorite Web Pages 60 Take Advantage of the Favorites Bar 62 Share a Web Page 64 Search for Sites 66 Download a File 68 Chapter 4 Sending and Receiving Email Launch the Mail App 72 Configure Mail Settings 73 Configure an Email Account 74 Send an Email Message 76 Format the Message Text 78 Add a File Attachment 80 Save a Draft of a Message 82 Receive and Read Email Messages 84 Reply to a Message 86 Forward a Message 88 Open and Save an Attachment 90 Delete a Message 92 Create a Folder for Saving Messages 94 Chapter 5 Getting Social with Windows Create a Contact 98 Add Your Google Account 100 Add Your iCloud Account 102 View a Contact 104 Edit a Contact 106 Assign a Photo to a Contact 108 Add Extra Fields to a Contact 110 Filter the Contacts List 112 Combine Multiple Profiles for a Contact 114 View Your Calendar 116 Add an Event to Your Calendar 118 Create a Recurring Event 120 Add an Event Reminder 121 Chapter 6 Performing Day‐to‐Day Tasks with Apps Search Your PC 124 Write a Note 126 Make a To‐Do List 128 Configure Skype 130 Call Someone Using Skype 132 Display a Location on a Map 134 Get Directions to a Location 136 Check Your Weather Forecast 138 Check Another City’s Weather Forecast 140 Chapter 7 Working with Images Import Images from a Digital Camera 144 Scan an Image 146 Navigate the Pictures Folder 148 View Your Images 150 Start a Slideshow 152 Set an Image as the Desktop Background 153 Repair an Image 154 Add a Photo Effect 156 Crop an Image 158 Rotate an Image 160 Delete an Image 161 Chapter 8 Working with Multimedia Import Videos from a Digital Camera 164 Navigate the Videos Folder 166 Watch a Video 168 Edit a Video 170 Make a Movie 174 Play a Music CD 178 Copy Tracks from a Music CD 182 Navigate the Music Folder 184 Play Music 186 Create a Playlist 188 Chapter 9 Editing Documents Create and Save a Document 192 Open a Document 194 Change the Text Font 196 Find Text 198 Replace Text 200 Insert Special Symbols 202 Make a Copy of a Document 204 Create a OneNote Notebook 206 Add Pages and Sections to a Notebook 208 Add Text Notes 210 Add an Image to a Notebook Page 212 Work with Notebook Lists 214 Chapter 10 Working with Files Select a File 218 Change the File View 220 Preview a File 221 Copy a File 222 Move a File 223 Rename a File 224 Create a New File 225 Delete a File 226 Restore a Deleted File 227 Add a File to Your OneDrive 228 Extract Files from a Compressed Folder 230 Chapter 11 Implementing Security Understanding Windows Security 234 Check for Security Problems 236 Create a Picture Password 238 Sign In with a PIN 242 Set Up a Fingerprint Sign‐In 244 Lock Your Computer 246 Configure Your PC to Lock Automatically 248 Browse the Web Privately 250 Chapter 12 Making Windows More Accessible Increase the Text Size 254 Magnify Screen Areas 256 Have Screen Text Read to You 258 Change to a High‐Contrast Theme 260 Apply a Color Filter 262 Flash the Screen During Audio Notifications 264 Make the Keyboard More Accessible 266 Control Windows Via Voice 268

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Book SynopsisPrepare for the newest versions of Microsoft Exam 70-533–and help demonstrate your real-world mastery of implementing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS). Designed for experienced IT professionals ready to advance their status, Exam Ref focuses on the critical thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the MCSA level. Focus on the expertise measured by these objectives: Design and implement Azure App Service Apps Create and manage compute resources, and implement containers Design and implement a storage strategy, including storage encryption Implement virtual networks, including new techniques for hybrid connections Design and deploy ARM Templates Manage Azure security and Recovery Services Manage Azure operations, including automation and data analysis Manage identities with Azure AD Connect Health, Azure AD Domain Services, and Azure AD single sign on This Microsoft Exam Ref: Organizes its coverage by exam objectives Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you Assumes you are an IT professional with experience implementing and monitoring cloud and hybrid solutions and/or supporting application lifecycle management This book covers the 533 objectives as of December 2017. If there are updates for this book, you will find them at https://aka.ms/examref5332E/errata. About the Exam Exam 70-533 focuses on skills and knowledge for provisioning and managing services in Microsoft Azure, including: implementing infrastructure components such as virtual networks, virtual machines, containers, web and mobile apps, and storage; planning and managing Azure AD, and configuring Azure AD integration with on-premises Active Directory domains. About Microsoft Certification Passing this exam helps qualify you for MCSA: Cloud Platform Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate certification, demonstrating your expertise in applying Microsoft cloud technologies to reduce costs and deliver value. To earn this certification, you must also pass any one of the following exams: 70-532 Developing Microsoft Azure Solutions, or 70-534 Architecting Microsoft Azure Solutions, or 70-535, Architecting Microsoft Azure Solutions, or 70-537: Configuring and Operating a Hybrid Cloud with Microsoft Azure Stack.Table of ContentsChapter 1 Design and implement Azure App Service Web Apps Skill 1.1: Deploy web apps Skill 1.2: Configure web apps Skill 1.3: Configure diagnostics, monitoring, and analytics Skill 1.4: Configure web apps for scale and resilience Chapter 2 Create and manage Compute Resources Skill 2.1: Deploy workloads on Azure Resource Manager (ARM) virtual machines (VMs) Skill 2.2: Perform configuration management Skill 2.3: Design and implement VM Storage Skill 2.4: Monitor ARM VMs Skill 2.5: Manage ARM VM availability Skill 2.6 Scale ARM VMs Skill 2.7 Manage containers with Azure Container Services (ACS) Chapter 3 Design and implement a storage strategy Skill 3.1: Implement Azure Storage blobs and files Skill 3.2: Manage access Skill 3.3: Configure diagnostics, monitoring, and analytics Skill 3.4: Implement storage encryption Chapter 4 Implement Virtual Networks Skill 4.1: Configure Virtual Networks Skill 4.2: Design and implement multi-site or hybrid network connectivity Skill 4.3: Configure ARM VM Networking Skill 4.4: Design and implement a communication strategy Chapter 5 Design and deploy ARM templates Skill 5.1: Implement ARM templates Skill 5.2: Control access Skill 5.3: Design role-based access control (RBAC) Chapter 6 Manage Azure Security and Recovery Services Skill 6.1: Manage data protection and security compliance Skill 6.2: Implement recovery services Chapter 7 Manage Azure Operations Skill 7.1: Enhance cloud management with automation Skill 7.2: Collect and analyze data generated by resources in cloud and on-premises environments Chapter 8 Manage Azure Identities Skill 8.1: Monitor On-Premises Identity Infrastructure and Synchronization Services with Azure AD Connect Health Skill 8.2: Manage Domains with Active Directory Domain Services Skill 8.3: Integrate with Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) Skill 8.4: Implement Azure AD B2C and Azure AD B2B

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Book Synopsis Learn the simplest ways to get things done with Windows 10 Here’s WHAT you’ll learn • Navigate Windows 10 Fall Creators Update quickly, easily, and efficiently • Get online with the sleek Microsoft Edge web browser • Make the most of the Cortana personal assistant • Efficiently manage your email, calendar, photos, and more • Access your files from anywhere with Microsoft OneDrive • Help secure your computer and protect your data Here’s HOW you’ll learn • Jump in wherever you need answers • Follow easy steps and screenshots to see exactly what to do • Get handy tips for new techniques and shortcuts • Use Try This! exercises to apply what you learn right awayTable of Contents Chapter 1 About this book Chapter 2 First look at Windows 10 Chapter 3 Navigating Windows 10 Chapter 4 Customizing the appearance of Windows 10 Chapter 5 Working with productivity applications Chapter 6 Finding content with File Explorer and Cortana Chapter 7 Making Windows accessible Chapter 8 Accessing and managing networks Chapter 9 Going online with Microsoft Edge Chapter 10 Connecting with others Chapter 11 Using Mail Chapter 12 Shopping for apps in the Microsoft Store Chapter 13 Enjoying music Chapter 14 Recording and watching videos Chapter 15 Working with the Camera and Photos apps Chapter 16 Keeping on schedule with Calendar Chapter 17 Tracking your news, sports, and stocks Chapter 18 Checking the weather Chapter 19 Using Maps Chapter 20 Playing with Xbox games Chapter 21 Adding and working with other devices Chapter 22 Working with OneDrive Chapter 23 Maintaining and protecting your computer Chapter 24 Troubleshooting Appendix: Taking advantage of Windows 10 keyboard shortcuts

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Book SynopsisTransform your datacenter for breakthrough flexibility, agility, and scalability! Using public, private, and hybrid cloud services, you can transform your datacenter to serve fast-changing workloads, process and analyze enormous amounts of data, and achieve unprecedented flexibility and value. In this guide, two world-renowned experts in Microsoft datacenter technology show how to effectively leverage current legacy systems as you incorporate your optimal mix of cloud services. Drawing on extensive experience implementing Microsoft cloud solutions, they walk you step-by-step through your entire transition: strategy, deployment, security, identity protection, management, PowerShell automation, and more. Two concluding chapters offer indispensable advice for maximizing datacenter efficiency and supporting future innovation. Two leading enterprise cloud and Windows Server experts show how to: Move from legacy IT models to an agile service structure Implement managed self-service, iteration-based software updates, immutable infrastructure, and other elements of a modern IT environment Plan and smoothly integrate on-premises, Azure, Azure Stack, and Hybrid Cloud components Fortify IT security now and in the future Safeguard identities via new models and tools, including Remote Credential Guard Protect the OS, on premises and in the cloud Optimize datacenter efficiency via enterprise-class virtualization and other advanced technologies Promote innovation via microservices, DevOps, and NanoServer containerization Table of Contents1. Introduction: This book is for you... 2. Modern IT-the coming inflection point 3. Azure and the Azure Stack 4. Upping your security game 5. Application migration 6. Delivering datacenter efficiency 7. Supporting Innovation

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Book SynopsisBecome an expert at managing enterprise identity infrastructure with Active Directory Domain Services 2022.Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in the PDF format.Key Features Design and update your identity infrastructure by utilizing the latest Active Directory features and core capabilities Overcome migration challenges as you update to Active Directory Domain Services 2022 Establish a strong identity foundation in the cloud by consolidating secure access Book DescriptionMastering Active Directory, Third Edition is a comprehensive guide for Information Technology professionals looking to improve their knowledge about MS Windows Active Directory Domain Service. The book will help you to use identity elements effectively and manage your organization's infrastructure in a secure and efficient way. This third edition has been fully updated to reflect the importance of cloud-based strong authentication and other tactics to protect identity infrastructure from emerging security threats. Mastering Active Directory, Third Edition provides extensive coverage of AD Domain Services and helps you explore their capabilities as you update to Windows Server 2022. This book will also teach you how to extend on-premises identity presence to cloud via Azure AD hybrid setup. By the end of this Microsoft Active Directory book, you'll feel confident in your ability to design, plan, deploy, protect, and troubleshoot your enterprise identity infrastructure.What you will learn Install, protect, and manage Active Directory Domain Services (Windows Server 2022) Design your hybrid identity by evaluating business and technology requirements Automate administrative tasks in Active Directory using Windows PowerShell 7.x Protect sensitive data in a hybrid environment using Azure Information Protection Learn about Flexible Single Master Operation (FSMO) roles and their placement Manage directory objects effectively using administrative tools and PowerShell Centrally maintain the state of user and computer configuration by using Group Policies Harden your Active Directory using security best practices Who this book is forIf you are an Active Directory administrator, system administrator, or IT professional who has basic knowledge of Active Directory and is looking to become an expert in this topic, this book is for you.You need to have some experience of working with Active Directory to make the most of this book.Table of ContentsTable of Contents Active Directory Fundamentals Active Directory Domain Services 2022 Designing an Active Directory Infrastructure Active Directory Domain Name System Placing Operations Master Roles Migrating to Active Directory 2022 Managing Active Directory Objects Managing Users, Groups, and Devices Designing the OU Structure Managing Group Policies Active Directory Services - Part 1 Active Directory Services - Part 2 Active Directory Certificate Services Active Directory Federation Services Active Directory Rights Management Services Active Directory Security Best Practices Advanced AD Management with PowerShell Hybrid Identity Active Directory Audit and Monitoring Bonus Chapter: Active Directory Troubleshooting Bonus Chapter: Appendix A, References

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Book SynopsisEnhance and secure your datacenter with Microsoft Windows Server 2019 Key Features Updated with four new chapters on Active Directory, DNS and DHCP, group policy, and troubleshooting Design and implement Microsoft Server 2019 in an enterprise environment Learn how to use Windows Server to create secure and efficient networks Book DescriptionWritten by a nine-time Microsoft MVP award winner with over twenty years of experience working in IT, Mastering Windows Server 2019 is a hands-on guide for anyone looking to keep their skills up to date. This third edition comes with four new chapters to provide you with the in-depth knowledge needed to implement and use this operating system in any environment. Centralized management, monitoring, and configuration of servers are key to an efficient IT department. This book delves into multiple methods for quickly managing all your servers from a ‘single pane of glass' — the ability to monitor different servers across a network using Server Manager, Windows PowerShell, and even Windows Admin Center — from anywhere. Despite the focus on Windows Server 2019 LTSC, you will still explore containers and Nano Server, which are more related to the SAC of server releases. This additional coverage will give you insights into all aspects of using Windows Server 2019 in your environment. This book covers a range of remote access technologies available in this operating system, teaches management of PKI and certificates, and empowers you to virtualize your datacenter with Hyper-V. You will also discover the tools and software included with Windows Server 2019 that assist in the inevitable troubleshooting of problems that crop up.What you will learn Work with Server Core and Windows Admin Center Secure your network and data with modern technologies in Windows Server 2019 Understand containers and understand when to use Nano Server Discover new ways to integrate your datacenter with Microsoft Azure Reinforce and secure your Windows Server Virtualize your datacenter with Hyper-V Explore Server Manager, PowerShell, and Windows Admin Center Centralize your information and services using Active Directory and Group Policy Who this book is forIf you are a system administrator or an IT professional designing and deploying Windows Server 2019, this book is for you. It will be particularly useful for sysadmins who’ve worked with older versions of Microsoft Server or those who want to stay up to date with new developments. Prior experience with Windows Server operating systems and familiarity with networking concepts is a must.Table of ContentsTable of Contents Getting Started with Windows Server 2019 Installing and Managing Windows Server 2019 Active Directory DNS and DHCP Group Policy Certificates in Windows Server 2019 Networking with Windows Server 2019 Remote Access Hardening and Security Server Core PowerShell Redundancy in Windows Server 2019 Containers and Nano Server Hyper-V Troubleshooting Windows Server 2019

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Book SynopsisDeploy, set up, and deliver network services with Windows Server 2022, along with exploring Microsoft's role-based certifications Key Features Get started with server installation, performance monitoring, and server maintenance Develop the skills necessary to manage an enterprise environment Implement networking and security best practices in your Windows Server environment Book DescriptionThis third edition gets you up and running with Windows Server 2022, Microsoft's new server operating system, as part of the Windows NT family of operating systems, developed concurrently with Windows 10, version 21H2. The book begins by introducing computer networking and Windows Server concepts, gradually moving towards Windows Server 2022. With the help of step-by-step instructions and easy-to-understand graphics, you’ll become well versed with the roles, features, and functionalities of Windows Server 2022. Topics such as the installation process, upgrades, post-installation tasks, and initial server configuration are covered in detail. As you make progress, you’ll explore roles, features, and role services such as Active Directory, DNS, Hyper-V, remote access, storage, and printers, among others. The book then takes you through maintenance and troubleshooting tasks to guide you in efficiently managing Windows Server 2022. Finally, by working with numerous questions in each chapter and detailed answers at the end, you can test your understanding of the concepts covered. By the end of this Windows Server book, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge needed to update, maintain, and troubleshoot servers to ensure business continuity by relying on best practices and using step-by-step graphic-driven examples.What you will learn Grasp the fundamentals of Windows Server 2022 Understand how to deploy Windows Server 2022 Discover Windows Server post-installation tasks Add roles to your Windows Server environment Apply Windows Server 2022 GPOs to your network Delve into virtualization and Hyper-V concepts Tune, maintain, update, and troubleshoot Windows Server 2022 Get familiar with Microsoft’s role-based certifications Who this book is forIf you are an IT professional who wants to deploy and configure Windows Server 2022, then this book is for you. You can also use this book to learn about Microsoft’s role-based certifications if you're planning to enroll in a course. No prior experience with Windows Server operating systems or familiarity with networking concepts is required.Table of ContentsTable of Contents Getting Started with Windows Server Introducing Windows Server 2022 Installing Windows Server 2022 Post-Installation Tasks in Windows Server 2022 Directory Services in Windows Server 2022 Adding Roles to Windows Server 2022 Group Policy in Windows Server 2022 Virtualization with Windows Server 2022 Storing Data in Windows Server 2022 Tuning and Maintaining Windows Server 2022 Updating and Troubleshooting Windows Server 2022 Preparing for Microsoft Certifications

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive guide to administering and protecting the latest Windows 11 and Windows server operating system from ongoing cyber threats using zero-trust security principlesKey Features Learn to protect your Windows environment using zero-trust and a multi-layered security approach Implement security controls using Intune, Configuration Manager, Defender for Endpoint, and more Understand how to onboard modern cyber-threat defense solutions for Windows clients Book DescriptionAre you looking for the most current and effective ways to protect Windows-based systems from being compromised by intruders? This updated second edition is a detailed guide that helps you gain the expertise to implement efficient security measures and create robust defense solutions using modern technologies. The first part of the book covers security fundamentals with details around building and implementing baseline controls. As you advance, you'll learn how to effectively secure and harden your Windows-based systems through hardware, virtualization, networking, and identity and access management (IAM). The second section will cover administering security controls for Windows clients and servers with remote policy management using Intune, Configuration Manager, Group Policy, Defender for Endpoint, and other Microsoft 365 and Azure cloud security technologies. In the last section, you'll discover how to protect, detect, and respond with security monitoring, reporting, operations, testing, and auditing. By the end of this book, you'll have developed an understanding of the processes and tools involved in enforcing security controls and implementing zero-trust security principles to protect Windows systems.What you will learn Build a multi-layered security approach using zero-trust concepts Explore best practices to implement security baselines successfully Get to grips with virtualization and networking to harden your devices Discover the importance of identity and access management Explore Windows device administration and remote management Become an expert in hardening your Windows infrastructure Audit, assess, and test to ensure controls are successfully applied and enforced Monitor and report activities to stay on top of vulnerabilities Who this book is forIf you're a cybersecurity or technology professional, solutions architect, systems engineer, systems administrator, or anyone interested in learning how to secure the latest Windows-based systems, this book is for you. A basic understanding of Windows security concepts, Intune, Configuration Manager, Windows PowerShell, and Microsoft Azure will help you get the best out of this book.Table of ContentsTable of Contents Fundamentals of Windows Security Building a Baseline Hardware and Virtualization Networking Fundamentals for Hardening Windows Identity and Access Management Administration and Policy Management Deploying Windows Securely Keeping Your Windows Client Secure Advanced Hardening for Windows Clients Mitigating Common Attack Vectors Server Infrastructure Management Keeping Your Windows Server Secure Security Monitoring and Reporting Security Operations Testing and Auditing Top 10 Recommendations and the Future

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Book SynopsisThe complete guide for system administrators to install, manage, secure, and squeeze return on investment from their Windows Server 2022 infrastructure Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free eBook in PDF format. Key Features Design and implement Microsoft Server 2022 in an enterprise environment and use Windows Server to create secure and efficient networks Concentrated learning on Windows core infrastructure technologies Discover how to harden and secure your Windows Server infrastructure Book DescriptionWritten by a 10-time Microsoft MVP award winner with over 20 years of IT experience, Mastering Windows Server 2022 is a hands-on guide to administer any Windows Server environment. Whether new to the server world or working to keep your existing skills sharp, this book aims to be referenced on a regular basis instead of gathering dust on your shelf. Updated with Server 2022 content, this book covers a wide variety of information pertaining to your role as a server administrator. We will expand upon versions and licensing models for this OS, and explore the 'single pane of glass' administration methodology by utilizing tools like Server Manager, PowerShell, and even Windows Admin Center. This book is primarily focused on Windows Server 2022 LTSC version, but follow along as we discuss the latest news for SAC server releases as this impacts Containers, Nano Server, and general OS release cadence. This book covers a range of remote access technologies, and even teaches management of PKI and certificates. You will be empowered to virtualize your datacenter with Hyper-V, and deploy your own Remote Desktop Services "farm". Learn about Server Core, built-in redundancy, and explore troubleshooting skills. All this on top of chapters about core infrastructure technologies such as Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.What you will learn Build a Windows Server from the ground up and implement your own PKI Manage your servers with Server Manager, PowerShell, and Windows Admin Center Secure your network and data with modern technologies in Windows Server 2022 Understand containers and where Nano Server fits into the equation Discover new ways to integrate your datacenter with Microsoft Azure Virtualize your datacenter with Hyper-V Round out your understanding of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy Deploy Remote Desktop Services in your environment Who this book is forAnyone interested in Windows Server administration will benefit from this book. If you are proficient in Microsoft infrastructure technologies and have worked with prior versions of Windows Server, then there are some focused topics on the aspects that are brand new and only available in Server 2022. On the other hand, if you are currently in a desktop support role looking to advance, or fresh into the IT workforce, care was taken in the pages of this book to ensure that you will receive a rounded understanding of Windows Server core capabilities that translate into any environmentTable of ContentsTable of Contents Getting Started with Windows Server 2022 Installing and Managing Windows Server 2022 Active Directory DNS and DHCP Group Policy Certificates Networking with Windows Server 2022 Remote Access Hardening and Security Server Core PowerShell Redundancy in Windows Server 2022 Containers Hyper-V Remote Desktop Services Troubleshooting

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Book SynopsisDeploy, set up, and deliver network services with Windows Server 2019, and prepare for the MTA 98-365 examKey Features Get started with server installation, performance monitoring, and server maintenance Develop the skills necessary to manage an enterprise environment Implement networking and security best practices in your Windows Server environment Book DescriptionWindows Server 2019 is the server operating system introduced by Microsoft as part of the Windows NT family of operating systems, developed concurrently with Windows 10. This book will not only get you started with Windows Server 2019, but will also help you prepare for the MTA 98-365 exam. With step-by-step instructions and easy-to-understand graphics, you will become well-versed with the roles, features, and functions of Windows Server 2019.Starting with the installation process, upgrades, and basic configuration, you will move on to explore roles and features such as Active Directory, Hyper-V, remote access, storage, and printers. The book then takes you through maintenance and troubleshooting tasks to guide you in efficiently managing Windows Server 2019. In addition, it covers Windows Server 2019 best practices using real-world examples. Complete with questionnaires, and detailed answers at the end of the book, you can test your understanding of the concepts covered in each chapter.By the end of this book, you will be equipped with the knowledge you need to troubleshoot, update, and maintain servers so as to ensure business continuity.What you will learn Grasp the fundamentals of Windows Server 2019 Understand how to deploy Windows Server 2019 Discover Windows Server post-installation tasks Add roles to your Windows Server environment Apply Windows Server 2019 GPOs to your network Delve into virtualization and Hyper-V concepts Explore ways to tune, maintain, update, and troubleshoot Windows Server 2019 Study relevant concepts in preparation for the MTA 98-365 exam Who this book is forIf you are a system administrator or an IT professional who wants to deploy and configure Windows Server 2019, this book is for you. You can also use this as a reference guide for the MTA: Windows Server Administration Fundamentals: 98-365 exam.Table of ContentsTable of Contents Getting started with Windows Server Introducing Windows Server 2019 Installing Windows Server 2019 Post-Installation Tasks in Windows Server 2019 Directory Services in Windows Server 2019 Adding Roles to Windows Server 2019 Group Policy in Windows Server 2019 Virtualization with Windows Server 2019 Storing Data in Windows Server 2019 Tuning and Maintaining Windows Server 2019 Updating and Troubleshooting Windows Server 2019 Preparing for the MTA 98-365 Exam

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