Windows Server 2008 MCITP Enterprise Administrator Training Package

Windows 7 Administration Training - Course Outline

Lesson 1 - Getting Started with Windows 7 Administration Training

In this lesson, we’ll look at what we’ll cover in the course, you’ll meet your instructor, and we’ll discuss the environment we’ll build throughout the course.

• About Your Instructor
• About the Course
• How to Use the Course

Lesson 2 - Lab Setup

In this lesson, we’ll discuss the network configuration for Globomantics, the fictitious company we’ll be using as our course scenario. We’ll also look at Scott’s hardware and software configuration so you can follow along with the demonstrations on your system.

• Scenario Network Configuration
• Lab Overview

Lesson 3 - The Course Scenario

In this lesson, we’ll discuss Globomantics’ structure, locations, business needs, regulatory compliance requirements and security concerns that will affect how we deploy and configure Windows 7 in this course.

• Globomantics’ Regulatory Compliance, Security and Budgetary Concerns
• Globmantics’ Office Structure, Technology Challenges and Needs
• Windows 7 Project Plan

Lesson 4 - Introduction to Windows 7

In this lesson, we’ll look at some of the specific technologies that make Windows 7 an attractive upgrade, including BranchCache, DirectAccess, BitLocker and BitLocker To Go, AppLocker, Windows XP Mode and power saving enhancements.

• User Interface Enhancements
• BranchCache
• DirectAccess
• BitLocker and BitLocker To Go
• AppLocker
• Windows XP Mode
• Improved Power Management
• 32-bit vs. 64-bit
• Editions Comparison Matrix

Lesson 5 - Installing Windows 7

In this lesson, we’ll identify requirements for installing and running Windows 7, look at the upgrade and migration limitations and walk through upgrading from Vista to Windows 7, installing Windows 7, migrating from XP to Windows 7, how to dual boot Windows 7 and how to migrate user profiles with Windows Easy Transfer.

• Identifying Windows 7 Requirements
• Running the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor Tool
• Upgrade and Migration Limitations
• Windows 7 Installation Options and Types
• Performing a Clean Installation of Windows 7
• Upgrading Windows Vista to Windows 7
• Dual Booting Windows 7
• Windows XP to Windows 7 Dual Boot Walkthrough
• Migrating User Profiles and Data to Windows 7

Lesson 6 - Deploying Windows 7 Machines

In this lesson, we’ll discuss how Windows 7 enhances deployment, the different types of deployment, various tools, options and strategies for deploying Windows 7 as well as the difference between thick and thin images. We’ll also walk through the image capture and deployment process and talk about automated deployment methods.

• Windows 7 Deployment Enhancements
• Deployment Types, Thick vs. Thin Images and Deployment Tools and Options
• Capture and Deployment Process Overview and Prerequisites
• Building and Validating the Answer File
• Building and Generalizing the Reference Installation
• Creating Bootable Windows PE Media
• Capturing the Reference Image and Saving to a Network Share
• Deploying to a Target Computer via Network Share
• User State Migration Tool and Automated Installation

Lesson 7 - Managing Drivers and Hardware Devices

In this lesson, we’ll learn about using the Device Manager Tool, getting in-depth read-only device information with the System Information Tool, making sure drivers are safe with the Driver Verifier Utility, managing hardware installation policies with Group Policy, staging drivers and adding device drivers to the driver store.

• Using Device Manager
• Using the System Information Utility
• Understanding Drivers and Installation Methods
• Managing Device and Driver Security
• Updating and Rolling Back Drivers
• The Driver Verifier Utility
• Managing Hardware Installation Policies with Group Policy
• Adding Device Drivers to the Driver Store
• Monitoring USB Devices

Lesson 8 - Understanding Windows 7 Storage Options

In this lesson, we’ll cover deconstructing basic disks, the difference between Master Boot Record and GUID Partition Disks as well as dynamic disks and we’ll walk through managing storage volumes.

• Deconstructing Basic Disks
• Master Boot Record vs. GUID Partition Table Disks
• Understanding Dynamic Disks
• Dynamic Disk Volume Types
• Managing Storage Volumes
• Creating Storage Volumes with the Disk Management Tool
• Checking Disks for Errors and Defragmenting Disks

Lesson 9 - Configuring Networking in Windows 7

In this lesson, we’ll review TCP/IP and IPv6 before walking through configuring TCP/IP, network adapters and Internet Connection Sharing for the Globomantics network. We will also discuss how to troubleshoot network connectivity.

• Managing Network Connections
• Managing Wireless Networks in Windows 7
• TCP/IP Recap
• Configuring TCP/IP Settings
• IP Addressing
• IPv6 Recap
• Managing TCP/IP Settings fromn the Command Line
• Configuring Network Adapters
• Configuring Internet Connection Sharing
• Troubleshooting Network Connectivity

Lesson 10 - Protecting Windows 7: Network

In this lesson, we’ll start with a discussion of network profiles and network location awareness. We will then move on to Windows 7’s powerful built-in firewall. From there, we will talk about remote desktop and remote assistance. We’ll wrap it up by talking about Windows Remote Management Service (WinRM) and association to PowerShell.

• Network Profiles / Network Location Awareness
• Windows Firewall Purpose and Capabilities
• Allowing New Programs Access
• Configuring Firewall Notification Settings and Resetting Firewall Defaults
• Remote Desktop
• Remote Assistance
• Windows Remote Management Service (WinRM)
• WinRM and PowerShell

Lesson 11 - Protecting Windows 7: Local

In this lesson, we will cover the local aspects of security by talking about how to configure User Account Control. We will talk about how you can configure removable device policies to help protect information in your organization. The RunAs command can be a powerful tool to change execution context. From there we move into Windows 7 account policies, user rights, and local groups. You’ll then learn how to create a password reset disk. This lesson will be wrapped up with a discussion about smart card policies.

• Configuring User Account Control
• Configuring User Account Control with Group Policy and Security Policy
• Configuring Removable Device Policies
• Understanding Credential Manager
• Changing Execution Context and Raising Privilege Levels with RunAs
• Windows 7 Account Policies and User Rights
• Windows 7 Local Groups
• Creating a Password Reset Disk
• Understanding Smart Card Policies

Lesson 12 - Managing Mobility Options

In this lesson, you will learn how to enable work-on-the-go for your mobile users by using offline files. You will then learn all about transparent caching and how to save energy by configuring local power settings. We will wrap this lesson up by talking about location aware printing.

• Using Offline Files
• Managing File Versions with Sync Center
• Transparent Caching
• Configuring Local Power Settings and Policies
• Creating, Exporting and Importing Power Plans
• Location Aware Printing

Lesson 13 - Protecting Client Computers with Windows Updates

In this lesson, you will learn all about why you should update Windows and the different types of updates. You will get a look at the Windows Update control panel applet and learn how to configure some important update settings. Next, you will learn how to view your update history, how to decide which updates to install and which updates to uninstall. You will then learn how to use the Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer. We will wrap this up by learning all about WSUS and the difference between WSUS operations and non-WSUS operations.

• An Overview of Updates
• Configuring Important Update Settings
• Reviewing Update History
• Deciding Which Updates to Install
• Uninstalling Updates
• Using the Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer
• Using Group Policy to Configure Updates
• WSUS and Windows Updates

Lesson 14 - Managing Applications

In this lesson, you will learn about some program compatibility options that are available to you in Windows 7. We will have a look at compatibility-related group policies that you can use to make compatibility company-wide. We will briefly look at the Application Compatibility Toolkit, then using the last resort in Windows XP mode. We will then wrap up the lesson by talking about configuring software restriction policies and how to use the new feature of AppLocker.

• Program Compatibility Assistant
• Program Compatibility Properties
• Application Compatibility Toolkit
• Using Windows XP Mode
• Installing Windows XP Mode and Running Virtual Applications
• Configuring Software Restriction Policies
• Creating Rules with Software Restriction Policies
• Using AppLocker
• Implementing AppLocker Rules

Lesson 15 - Managing Internet Explorer

In this lesson, you first will learn about Internet Explorer 8’s compatibility mode, how to configure IE security settings, and all about IE protected mode. Then, we will move on to managing IE add-ons and search providers to extend the capabilities of IE. After that, we will talk about two InPrivate technologies. We will also talk about IE’s SmartScreen Filter to keep users from visiting malicious websites. We will wrap up the lesson by talking about IE’s pop-up blocker and how to manage IE certificates.

• Compatibility Mode
• Configuring IE Security Settings
• Managing IE Add-ons and Search Providers
• Managing IE’s InPrivate Browsing and InPrivate Filtering
• About IE’s SmartScreen Filter
• IE’s Pop-Up Blocker
• Managing IE Certificates

Lesson 16 - Configuring File and Folder Access

In this lesson, we will talk about enhancing security for the organization through file and folder permissions. We will discuss NTFS permissions and how to assign them. We will look at how permissions change when different sets of NTFS permissions are assigned and when files are copied and moved. We will move on to demonstrate how to encrypt files and folders with Encrypting File System and compare EFS with two new Windows 7 security features, BitLocker and BitLocker To Go. We will demonstrate how you can encrypt removable storage devices with BitLocker To Go and walk through full disk encryption with BitLocker.

• Changing File and Folder Permissions
• Understanding NTFS Permissions
• Assigning NTFS Permissions
• Understanding Effective Permissions
• Permissions Impact: Copying and Moving Files
• Encrypting Files and Folders Using EFS
• BitLocker To Go
• Full Disk Encryption Using BitLocker
• Configuring and Managing BitLocker Drive Encryption
• Using the BitLocker PIN Option

Lesson 17 - Shared Access to Resources

In this lesson, we will start with an overview of what resource sharing means. Then, we will talk about differences between basic and advanced sharing. Next, we will make sure you understand Share vs. NTFS permissions and what happens when they are combined. We will move on to offline folder caching, sharing printers, and managing print queues. We will wrap up this lesson by talking about Windows 7 Libraries and how to configure a HomeGroup.

• Resource Sharing Overview
• Basic vs. Advanced Sharing
• Understanding Share vs. NTFS Permissions
• Offline Folder Caching
• Sharing Folders
• Sharing Printers and Managing Print Queues
• Windows 7 Libraries
• Configuring HomeGroup

Lesson 18 - Using DirectAccess and VPN Connections

In this lesson, we will start by looking at what DirectAccess is and how it simplifies remote and mobile connectivity. We will examine the DirectAccess connection types and requirements and demonstrate how to configure the client side to enable DirectAccess connectivity. We will move on to discuss VPN connections, authentication mechanisms that help make VPNs secure and how to create and manage VPN connections with Windows 7.

• DirectAccess Features, Requirements and Connection Methods
• Configuring DirectAccess with Group Policy
• Configuring DirectAccess from the Command Line
• Enabling VPN-Based Remote Access
• VPN Authentication Mechanisms
• Windows 7 VPN Connections

Lesson 19 - Managing BranchCache

In this lesson, you will learn about how you manage BranchCache in Windows 7. We will learn about the requirements for BranchCache to work on the client side. Next, we will talk about the different BranchCache operating modes and manage BranchCache by using group policy in Windows 7. We will wrap up the lesson by showing you several ways to monitor BranchCache activity on your Windows 7 clients.

• Understanding BranchCache
• BranchCache Operating Modes
• Managing BranchCache with Group Policy
• Managing BranchCache with Netsh
• Monitoring BranchCache

Lesson 20 - Monitoring and Maintaining Windows 7

In this lesson, we will learn about various tools that help you monitor Windows 7 to make sure your systems are performing at peak level. We will talk about the Performance Information and Tools utility and what information it presents, show how event logs and data collector sets can help you pinpoint specific issues plaguing your systems and monitor long term performance. We will demonstrate how to manage your systems with Task Manager and talk about two newer Windows tools, the Resource Monitor and Reliability Monitor. We will wrap up the lesson with a sample Windows Management Instrumentation script that you can use to gather system information.

• Performing Information and Tools
• Configuring Event Logging
• Saving and Exporting Log Files
• Centralizing Event Logs
• Using Performance Monitor
• Data Collector Sets
• Customizing Built-In Data Collector Sets to Troubleshoot Specific Issues
• Creating a New Data Collector Set
• Task Manager
• Resource Monitor
• Reliability Monitor
• A Sample WMI Script

Lesson 21 - Configuring Performance Settings

In this lesson, we will demonstrate how to optimize Windows 7 systems for peak performance. We will look at changing display settings on systems with greater resource requirements. We will demonstrate configuring virtual memory and discuss how write caching affects Windows 7 performance. We will also learn how to optimize processes with the Task Manager, and demonstrate how to manage and assign processors and resources to specific tasks and programs. We will wrap up the lesson by demonstrating the msconfig command and discuss how it can boost performance.

• Changing Graphics Settings
• Configuring Virtual Memory
• Understanding Write Caching
• Optimizing Processes with Task Manager
• Managing Processor Scheduling Settings
• Optimizing Services
• Using Msconfig to Boost Performance

Lesson 22 - Configuring Backup and Recovery

Backups are a key component of a recovery plan. In this lesson, we’ll discuss and demonstrate how to configure backups, restore files from a backup, create and restore system images, create system repair disks and create and use system restore points. We will also look at advanced boot options in Windows 7 that help troubleshoot system issues, including the Last Known Good Configuration option.

• Windows 7’s Backup and Restore Utility
• Configuring Windows Backup
• Restoring Files from a Backup
• Creating and Restoring System Images
• Creating a System Repair Disk
• Creating and Using System Restore Points
• Understanding Advanced Boot Options
• Understanding Last Known Good Configuration

Lesson 23 - Preparing for TS: Windows 7, Configuring (70-680)

In this lesson, we’ll look at the MCTS Windows 7, Configuring certification exam objectives and give you a reference guide so you can go back and rewatch specific sections in preparation for taking the exam. We will also look at some additional resources you may find helpful in preparing for the exam and what hands-on skills you’ll want to master before taking the exam.

• The Candidate Profile
• Skills Being Measured
• Objective to Lesson Mapping
• Study Recommendations and Exam Prep Tips
• Credit Toward Certification

Lesson 24 - Next Steps

In this lesson, we’ll wrap up the course by recapping what we’ve covered throughout the course and look at what additional steps you should take in mastering Windows 7 administration.

• Where You Started
• What You’ve Accomplished
• My Favorite Suporting Resources
• We Value Your Opinion

Windows Server 2008 R2 Active Directory Training - Course Outline

Lesson 01 - Getting Started with Windows Server 2008 Active Directory

In this video you will meet your instructor and you will find out what you will be doing in the Active Directory lessons. In addition, you will also find out how to use this course to maximize your benefits.

• Who is Your Instructor?
• What Will We Be Doing?
• How to Use This Course

Lesson 02 - Lab Setup

In this lesson you will find out what hardware and software you need in order to follow along with this course. You will also find about the servers you will be building throughout the lessons.

• The New York Office
• The Chicago, Dallas, and Tokyo Offices
• The Seattle Office
• My Environment
• Install Windows Server 2008
• Install Active Directory in Windows Server 2008

Lesson 03 - Scenario

This lesson will explain our scenario for this course and how we will be using it throughout the course. The purpose of the scenario is to help you to apply your Active Directory knowledge in the “real world”.

Lesson 04 - Introduction to Active Directory

In this introductory lesson to Active Directory I will explain the structure and functionality of Active Directory. It will help you make educated decisions about the latest directory services technology which is: Windows Server 2008 R2 Active Directory Infrastructure.

• What is Active Directory?
• Benefits of Active Directory
• Active Directory Database
• What is a Domain?
• What is a Tree?
• What is a Forest?
• What is a Organizational Unit (OU)?
• What is a Domain Controller?
• What is a Site?
• What is a Schema?
• What is a Global Catalog?
• Domain & Forest Functional Levels
• What is a Trust Relationship?

Lesson 05 - The Role of DNS in Active Directory

DNS plays very important role in Active Directory. I will help you understand the DNS as well as show you how to efficiently and effectively implement an appropriate DNS Infrastructure to your environment.

• Introduction to DNS
• What is a Domain Namespace?
• What is a DNS Query?
• How Queries Work
• DNS Forwarders
• Understanding DNS Zones
• Zone Types
• Stub Zones
• Active Directory Integrated Zones
• Forward & Reverse Lookup
• Dynamic Updates
• Different Types of DNS Records
• How Does DNS Interact with Active Directory?

Lesson 06 - Installing Windows Server 2008 R2 and Active Directory

This lesson is all about detailed installation of Windows Server 2008 R2 and Active Directory. We will perform the installation on first two domain controllers in our environment.

• The Globomantics Scenario
• Steps for Installing Windows Server 2008 R2
• Installing Windows Server 2008 R2
• Creating/Changing the Administrator Password
• Completing the Initial Configuration Tasks
• Enabling, Downloading, and Installing Updates
• Enabling Remote Desktop
• Configuring Windows Firewall
• Steps for Installing the Forest Root Domain Controller
• Steps for Verifying Forest Root Domain Controller Installation
• Adding the Active Directory Domain Services Role
• Running DCPROMO
• Opening Active Directory Users and Computers
• Verifying the Creation of NTDS.DIT and the SYSVOL Share
• Looking for SRV Resource Records in DNS
• Steps for Installing a Replica Domain Controller
• Installing a Replica Domain Controller
• Verifying Replica Domain Controller Installation

Lesson 07 - Remote Management

In an effort to work more efficiently, you will want to allow your IT administrators to manage your servers without having to get up from their desk. This will increase the security of your server room because there will be less traffic going in and out. In this lesson we will learn how to set up a remote management environment which will satisfy these needs.

• The Globomantics Scenario
• Steps for Installing a Windows 7 Client
• Installing Windows 7
• Activating Windows 7
• Steps for Joining the Client to the Domain
• Joining the Client to the Domain
• Remote Desktop Overview
• Enabling Remote Desktop on the Servers
• Creating a Remote Desktop Connection
• Creating a Shortcut on the Client?s Desktop for Easy Access
• Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) Overview
• Installing the Remote Server Administration Tools

Lesson 08 - Creating Active Directory Objects

In this lesson we will learn about many different types of objects within the Active Directory database and how to create and manage them.

• The Globomantics Scenario
• Organizational Units (OUs)
• User, Group, and Computer Objects
• Adding Objects to Active Directory
• Build-in Containers in Active Directory
• Creating an Organization Unit
• Moving Objects
• Creating Computer Objects
• Creating User Objects
• Creating Group Objects
• Adding Organizational Units Using DSADD
• Adding User Objects Using RSADD
• Adding User Objects Using a Script
• Adding User Objects to Built-in Container Using RSADD
• Exporting Objects Using CSVDE
• Importing Objects Using CSVDE
• Exporting/Importing Objects Using LDIFDE

Lesson 09 - Managing Active Directory Objects

Your next step in Active Directory deployment is to assign permissions to access various resources throughout your organization. It will take too much time and effort to attempt to allocate this access on a user by user basis. To streamline this process we will learn how to use groups to grant or deny users access to resources. This will also keep access privileges more organized and secure.

• Moving Objects Overview
• Deleting Objects Overview
• Moving Objects Using Drag and Drop and Context Menu
• Moving Objects Using Command Line
• Deleting Objects Using Delete Key and Context Menu
• Deleting Objects Using Command Line
• Protecting Objects From Accidental Deletion
• Managing Users
• User Attributes
• Password Reset and Unlocking a User Account
• Enabling/Disabling a User Account
• Copying a User Account
• Modifying Objects Using DSMod
• Retrieving Attributes Using DSGet
• Performing a Search Using DSQuery
• Managing Groups
• Group Types
• Group Scopes
• Group Management Strategy (AGDLP ? AGGUDLP)
• Modifying Group Membership
• Copying Group Membership
• Managing Computers

Lesson 10 - Configuring Access to Network Resources

Now that you have created and organized your users and groups, you need to give access to your network resources. In this lesson we will learn how to share folders and printers. I will show you how to assign permissions and we’ll take a look at how the users will access these resources once they have been made available.

• Globomantics Scenario
• NTFS Permissions
• Network Setup
• Setting Up NTFS Permissions
• NTFS Practice Scenarios
• Changing Permission Inheritance
• Shared Folder Permissions
• Shared Folder Permissions
• Combining NTFS and Shared Folder Permissions
• Accessing a Shared Folder
• Sharing a Printer
• Connecting to a Shared Printer

Lesson 11 - Configuring Group Policy Objects

In this lesson we will see how Group Policy can be used to control users’ working environment. With Group Policy we can make sure that users cannot access or install components on their local computers if they don’t need them but at the same time we can make sure that the resources they need are readily available to them.

• Globomantics Scenario
• What is a GPO?
• Using the Group Policy Management Console (GPMC)
• Using Remote Server Administration Tools to Manage GPOs
• Group Policy Administrative Templates
• Creating and Linking a GPO
• Group Policy Application and Inheritance (LSDOu)
• Implementing a Policy
• Testing the Policy Using Group Policy Modeling
• Testing the Policy Using Group Policy Results
• Testing the Policy by Logging in as a User

Lesson 12 - Working with Group Policy Exceptions

Active Directory can be very flexible and can support many different methods of organization. In this lesson we will explore these different methods as well as look at ways to modify the default application of Group Policy Objects.

• Globomantics Scenario
• Creating an OU Structure to Support GPO Application
• Group Policy Exceptions Overview
• Reviewing Active Directory Structure
• Changing OU Structure for Globomantics
• When to Use Block Inheritance
• When to Use the Enforced Setting
• When to Use Security Filtering
• Testing Group Policy Exception Settings
• Link Order in Single Container
• What is Loopback Processing?
• Using the ?gpupdate? Command

Lesson 13 - Configuring Group Policy Preferences

Group Policy in Windows Server 2008 R2 has become much more flexible and powerful through the use of Preferences. In this lesson we will take a look at some of these Group Policy Preferences and see how we can put them to use.

• Globomantics Scenario
• Introduction to Group Policy Preferences
• Configuring Group Policy Preferences
• Testing Preferences

Lesson 14 - Using Group Policy for Software Deployment

Many companies need a way to easily deploy resilient and self-repairing applications to workstations without having to visit each one individually. This lesson will show you how to use Group Policy to do exactly that. In addition, you will learn how to control which users and/or computers get which applications. This will help avoiding needless clutter and overhead that comes from installing everything on every computer.

• Globomantics Scenario
• Software Installation Options
• What You Need to Install Software with a GPO
• Preparing Our Environment for Software Deployment
• Assigning Firefox to Entire Company Using Group Policy
• How Resilient and Self-Repairing Application Works
• Publishing Adobe Reader to Entire Company Using Group Policy
• Assigning Office 2007 to All Computers Using Group Policy
• Using Group Policy to Maintain Software
• Redeploying, Upgrading and Removing Application Using Group Policy

Lesson 15 - Configuring Password Policies

In previous version of Active Directory we could only have one rule when it came to the level of password complexity. In Windows Server 2008 R2 this is no longer the case. In this lesson we will look at different ways to set up password policies.

• Globomantics Scenario
• Password Policy
• Account Lockout Policy
• Using the Default Domain Policy
• Testing the Password Policy
• Creating a Password Settings Object
• Applying Password Settings Object to a Group

Lesson 16 - Delegating Administrative Control

It is strongly recommended that senior network administrators pass along some of the more remedial administrative tasks out to other IT staff members as well as managers who can more appropriately and efficiently respond to the needs of their users. In this lesson we will learn how to delegate these tasks and see how to create user friendly tools to make it easier to train users how to complete these tasks.

• Globomantics Scenario
• Using Active Directory Permissions
• Using the Delegation of Control Wizard
• Using Built-in Groups
• Creating Custom Administration Tools

Lesson 17 - Managing and Maintaining Active Directory

Now that Active Directory is up and running we need to optimize its operation with proper placement of database files and FSMOs. In this lesson we talk about the different options available to move the database files and manage FSMOs.

• Active Directory Files
• Managing Operation Masters
• Forest FSMOs
• Domain FSMOs
• Transferring vs. Seizing FSMOs
• Locating Domain FSMOs on a Domain Controller
• Locating Forest FSMOs on a Domain Controller
• Transferring FSMOs
• Seizing FSMOs Using GUI
• Seizing FSMOs Using FSMO Maintenance Utility within ntdsutil Utility
• Defragmenting the Database
• Moving Database and Log Files
• Performing an Offline Defrag of AD Database

Lesson 18 - Active Directory Backup and Recovery

Since Active Directory is the central hub of all information and functionality within a network it is very important that the company has a backup of that information. In this lesson we will take a look at how to backup and recover the Active Directory database.

• Globomantics Scenario
• Backup Tools
• Backing Up Active Directory
• Setting Up a Shared Folder for Backups
• Installing Windows Server Backup Features
• Performing Single Backup Using GUI
• Performing Single Backup Using Command Line
• Restoring Active Directory
• Deleting Active Directory Objects
• Performing a Restore in Active Directory Restore Mode
• Performing Authoritative Restore
• Creating Installation from Media (IFM) Data Sets

Lesson 19 - Creating Sites and Configuring Replication

In this lesson we will create Site and Subnet objects to help control the flow of replication between different location in your network.

• Globomantics Scenario
• Site and Subnet Objects
• Renaming Default-First-Site-Name
• Creating a Subnet Object
• Creating a New Site
• Creating a New DC for Our New Site
• Global Catalog
• Universal Group Membership Caching
• Application Directory Partitions
• Configuring Replication
• Intrasite Replication
• Intersite Replication
• Managing Intrasite Replication
• Using repadmin Command Line Tool to Disable and Enable Replication
• Managing Intersite Replication

Lesson 20 - Securing a Branch Office Domain Controller

In this lesson we will learn what Read Only Domain Controller (RODC) is and in what situations it can be used. We will also see how to implement a Read Only Domain Controller on a Server Core installation of Windows Server 2008.

• Globomantics Scenario
• What is a Read Only Domain Controller (RODC)?
• What is Server Core Installation?
• Installing an RODC on a Server Core Installation
• Downloading and Starting Core Configurator
• Configuring Windows Server 2008 R2 Server Core Using Core Configurator
• Installing Active Directory on RODC

Lesson 21 - Upgrading Your Active Directory Infrastructure

In this lesson we will see how to migrate Active Directory from Windows Server 2003 to Windows Server 2008.

• Wired Brain Coffee Scenario
• Upgrade vs. Migration
• How to Migrate
• Wired Brain Coffee Servers Overview
• Preparing Windows Server 2003 Forest for Migration Using adprep Command
• Preparing Windows Server 2003 Domain for Migration Using adprep Command
• Adding Windows Server 2008 Domain Controller to wiredbraincoffee.local
• Transferring FSMOs to Windows Server 2008
• Decommissioning Windows Server 2003 from wiredbraincoffee.local
• Raising the Domain and Forest Functional Levels

Lesson 22 - Working with Trust Relationships

Many times a company may enter into a partnership with another company. The administrators then need to figure out a way for users within each organization to be able to access certain resources from the other. In this lesson we will look at the existing trust relationships within each forest and then create a new Forest Trust relationship to accommodate this need.

• Globomantics Scenario
• What is Trust?
• Automatic Trusts
• Manual Trusts
• Reviewing Automatic Trusts in Globomantics Forest
• Creating a Shortcut Trust
• Creating a Forest Trust

Lesson 23 - Active Directory Lightweight Directory Services Overview

In this lesson you will be introduced to Active Directory Lightweight Directory Services and it’s components as well as management tools. I will also talk about how to install AD LDS Server Role.

• What is AD LDS?
• AD LDS Components
• AD LDS Management Tools
• Installing the AD LDS Server Role
• Supporting Resources

Lesson 24 - Active Directory Rights Management Services Overview

This is another overview lesson. In this lesson I will talk about Active Directory Rights Management Services and when to use. We will go over AD RMS Benefits and then I will talk about how to install AD RMS.

• What is AD RMS?
• When to Use AD RMS
• AD RMS Benefits
• Installing AD RMS
• Supporting Resources

Lesson 25 - Active Directory Certificate Services Overview

In this overview lesson I will explain Active Directory Certificate Services and its components. Later on in the lesson I will show you how to install it.

• What is a Certificate?
• AD CS Components
• Certification Authorities
• Using a CA Hierarchy
• Installing AD CS ? Root CA
• Installing AD CS ? Subordinate CA

Lesson 26 - Active Directory Federation Services Overview

In the last overview lesson we will go over Active Directory Federation Services and show you how to set up a sample AD FS environment.

• What is AD FS?
• AD FS Role Services
• Preparing Network for AD FS Installation
• Installing AD FS
• Installing and Configuring AD FS Web Agent
• Configuring AD FS

Lesson 27 - Preparing for Your Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring (70-640) Certification Exam

In this lesson you will gain some insight into Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Exam. We will go over the Objectives and then review some recommendations that you should consider before taking the exam.

• Exam Overview
• Exam Objectives
• Study Recommendations
• Exam Preparation

Lesson 28 - Next Steps

In this last lesson we will quickly review what we learned in this course. After quick follow up we will talk about what certification paths are available to you.

• What We Learned
• Follow Up
• What's Next for Certification?

Windows Server 2008 R2 Active Directory Training - Bonus Lessons

Lesson 1 - Active Directory Recycle Bin

Lesson 2 - Active Directory Administrative Center

Lesson 3 - Active Directory Best Practices Analyzer

Lesson 4 - Active Directory Offline Domain Join

Lesson 5 - Windows Server 2008 R2 Updates

Lesson 1 - Course Introduction

Lesson 2 - What is a Protocol?

• Definition of a Protocol
• What is the OSI Model?

Lesson 3 - What is TCP/IP?

• What is TCP/IP?
• Transport Layer Protocols
• Internet Layer Protocols

Lesson 4 - Configuring an IP Address

• What is an IP Address?
• Basic Network
• Configuring an IP Address
• Viewing Your IP Configuration
• Testing Internet Connection

Lesson 5 - IP Address Planning

• How to Plan an IP Addressing Scheme
• Rules for IP Addressing
• What is Classful IP Addressing?
• Private IP Addressing vs. Public IP Addressing
• What is Network Address Translation (NAT)?

Lesson 6 - Binary Numbers

• Decimal vs. Binary
• Convert Binary to Decimal
• Convert Decimal to Binary
• Using a Calculator
• IP Address Conversion

Lesson 7 - Internetworking

• IP Address Review
• What is a Router?
• What is a Default Gateway?
• Client Configuration
• Subnetting

Lesson 8 - CIDR

• Problems with Classful IP Addressing
• Variable Length Subnet Masks
• Subnetting with CIDR & VLSM
• Formulas
• Basic Network
• CIDR Notation

Lesson 9 - Fundamentals of IPv6

• Disadvantages of IPv4
• IPv6 Solutions
• IPv6 Addressing
• Types of IPv6 Addressing

Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Training - Course Outline

Lesson 1 - Welcome to Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure

Learn what’s in the course and who your instructor is.

• About Your Instructor and Train Signal
• What’s Covered in this Course?
• The Globomantics Scenario
• What You Will Need
• Are You Ready to Get Started?

Lesson 2 - Configuring DHCP

Learn how to simplify the process of assigning IP addresses to the computers on your network.

• Introduction to DHCP
• How Does DHCP Work?
• How to Configuring DHCP in Windows Server 2008?
• Authorizing DHCP
• Creating Scopes
• Configuring Scope Options
• Address Leases
• Reservations
• Using DHCP in a Routed Network
• How Does DHCP Relay Agent Work?
• How to Configuring a DHCP Relay Agent in Windows Server 2008

Lesson 3 - Managing DHCP

Learn how to keep your DHCP infrastructure properly functioning.

• Add and Remove Bindings
• Location of Database
• Backup & Restore
• DHCP Service
• DHCP Management Permissions
• Statistics
• Scope Reconciliation
• Audit Logging
• Conflict Detection
• Integration with DNS and NAP
• Performance Counters

Lesson 4 - Setting Up Routing

Learn how to make your networks talk to each other

• What is a Router?
• How to Use Server 2008 as a Router
• Routing Table
• Adding Static Entry to a Routing Table
• Inbound and Outbound Filters
• Static vs. Dynamic Routing
• Dynamic Routing Protocols: RIP & OSPF
• How RIP Works in Server 2008

Lesson 5 - Configuring DNS

Learn how to set-up your network so users can access computers using common names.

• Introduction to DNS
• Installing the DNS Server Role in Windows Server 2008
• What is a Domain Namespace?
• What is a DNS Query?
• How Queries Work
• What is a Forwarder?
• Setting Up Standard DNS Forwarders in Windows Server 2008
• Setting Up Conditional DNS Forwarders in Windows Server 200
• How Caching Works
• Clearing the DNS Cache
• What is a DNS Zone?
• Zone Types
• Stub Zones
• Active Directory Integrated Zones
• Forward and Reverse Lookup
• Dynamic Updates
• Configuring a DNS Zone
• Creating Stub Zones
• DNS Records
• DNS Zone Transfers
• Configuring Resource Records and Zone Transfers
• Zone Transfer Issues

Lesson 6 - Managing DNS

Know how to keep your DNS infrastructure properly functioning.

• What is Time to Live? (TTL)
• What is Aging and Scavenging?
• Setting the TTL Value and the Aging and Scavenging Parameters
• Testing DNS Queries
• nslookup
• dnscommand
• Performance Monitor
• DNS Event Logs
• DNS Debug Logging

Lesson 7 - Name Resolution

This video takes Name Resolution beyond what you learned in video 5 and gives a complete understanding of how to convert names that are easily recognizable to humans into IP addresses.

• What are Host and NetBIOS Names?
• How Are Names Resolved?
• Hosts & LMHosts Files / DNS & WINS Servers
• DNS & WINS Servers
• hostname & nbtstat Commands
• Client Configuration
• Troubleshooting Name Resolution
• DNS Cache and Host File
• GlobalNames Zone
• WINS Lookup and GlobalNames Zone Demo

Lesson 8 - Securing Data

Learn how to control access to your data and keep it safe.

• NTFS Permissions
• Assigning NTFS Permission
• Special NTFS Permissions
• Inheritable Permissions
• Examples - Effective User Permissions
• Creating Users & Groups
• Demo - Effective User Permissions
• Encrypting File System (EFS)
• Cryptography
• Public Key Encryption
• How Does EFS Work?
• Enabling EFS

Lesson 9 - Sharing Data

Learn how to make files and folders accessible to users across your network.

• Sharing Folders
• Installing File Service Role
• Sharing Using Provision a Share Folder Wizard
• Accessing Shared Folder
• Disk Quotas
• Setting Disk Quotas Using Group Policy
• Quota Management Utility
• Offline Files
• Distributed File System (DFS)
• Creating Replica on a Different Server
• Raising Domain & Forest Functional Level

Lesson 10 - Configuring Print Services

Learn how to make printers easily available to your users.

• Installing a Printer
• Sharing a Printer
• Installing Print Services Role
• Using Print Management Snap-In
• Configuring Print Permissions
• Printer Priorities and Scheduling
• Printer Pooling
• Setting Up Printer Pooling on Server 2008
• Managing Drivers
• Troubleshooting Printers
• Restarting Printer Spooler Service

Lesson 11 - Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)

Learn how to simplify the process of keeping all of your computers up to date.

• What Is WSUS?
• Why Use WSUS?
• Installing Necessary Services
• Downloading and Installing WSUS
• Configuring WSUS Server Options
• Computer Groups and Server-Side Targeting
• Using Group Policy and Client-Side Targeting
• How to Approve Updates

Lesson 12 - Backup and Recovery

Learn how to protect important data from being lost by human error or computer malfunction.

• How to Configure the Shadow Copy Service
• Recovering Data Using Shadow Copy
• Installing the Windows Server Backup Feature
• Creating a Backup Volume
• Scheduling Backups
• Recovering Data
• Complete System Recovery
• Additional Backup Tips

Lesson 13 - Monitoring Windows Server 2008

Understand the common tools used to monitor your servers and keep them running efficiently.

• Task Manager
• Event Viewer
• Performance Monitor
• Reliability Monitor
• Data Collector Sets

Lesson 14 - Configuring Remote Access

Learn how to let users safely connect from outside your network.

• Installing the RRAS Component
• Configuring RRAS
• How to Configure a Client to Connect
• Making a Connection
• Manually Controlling Connections
• Creating a Network Policy
• Network Policy Order
• Testing Our New Network Policy
• Configuring RRAS - True VPN Setup
• What is RADIUS?

Lesson 15 - Wireless Networks

Learn how to let users safely connect without using cables.

• Is Wireless Good or Bad?
• Wireless Networking Standards
• Wireless Security (Maybe)
• Connecting to a Wireless Network
• Setting Up Security on a Router

Lesson 16 - Windows Firewall

Learn how to keep control over what data enters and exits your network.

• Why Do We Need a Firewall?
• Windows Firewall in Server 2008
• Firewall Profiles
• Creating a New Firewall Rule
• Creating a Program Outbound Rule
• Configuring with Group Policy

Lesson 17 - Securing Network Traffic with IPSec

Learn how to protect data from being compromised while traveling on a network.

• What is IPSec?
• IPSec Protocols
• Tunnel Mode vs. Transport Mode
• Authentication Methods
• Configuring IPSec in Server 2008
• Creating New IPSec Policy
• Getting IPSec to Work
• Using Connection Security Rules

Lesson 18 - Network Access Protection (NAP)

Learn how to create rules and stipulations to maintain control over network communications.

• What is NAP?
• NAP Enforcement Types
• System Health Agents (SHAs) and System Health Validators (SHVs)
• Health Requirement Policies
• Installing Necessary Roles: DHCP Role and Network Policy and Access Services Role
• Installing and Configuring NAP: DHCP Enforcement
• NAP Client Configuration
• Testing Our Client for NAP Enforcement

Lesson 19 - Certification

Are you thinking about taking the 70-642, Configuring Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Exam? If so, you'll want to watch this Video to know how to prepare for the big day with Ed's secrets to passing the exams!

• The New Generation of Server 2008 Certifications
• The Upgrade Paths for MCSA’s/MCSE’s
• How to Sign Up for a Microsoft Exam
• 70-642 Exam Prep Tips

Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Training - Bonus Lessons

Lesson 1 - What is a Protocol?

• Definition of a Protocol
• What is the OSI Model?

Lesson 2 - Introduction to TCP/IP

• What is TCP/IP?
• Transport Layer Protocols
• Internet Layer Protocols

Lesson 3 - Configuring an IP Address

• What is an IP Address?
• Basic Network
• Configuring an IP Address
• Viewing Your IP Configuration
• Testing Internet Connection

Lesson 4 - IP Address Planning

• How to plan an IP Addressing scheme
• Rules for IP Addressing
• What is Classful IP Addressing?
• Private IP Addressing vs. Public IP Addressing
• What is Network Address Translation (NAT)?

Lesson 5 - Binary Numbers

• Decimal vs. Binary
• Convert Binary to Decimal
• Convert Decimal to Binary
• Using a Calculator
• IP Address Conversion

Lesson 6 - Internetworking

• IP Address Review
• What is a Router?
• What is a Default Gateway?
• Client Configuration
• Subnetting

Lesson 7 - Classless Interdomain Routing

• Problems with Classful IP Addressing
• Variable Length Subnet Masks
• Subnetting with CIDR & VLSM
• Formulas
• Basic Network
• CIDR Notation

Lesson 8 - Fundamentals of IPv6

• Disadvantages of IPv4
• IPv6 Solutions
• IPv6 Addressing
• Types of IPv6 Addressing

Windows Server 2008 R2 Updates

Windows Server 2008 R2 Applications Infrastructure Training - Course Outline

Lesson 1 - Getting Started with Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure Training

Of course, we have to start out with the standard "here's-what-you-can-expect-in-the-course." In this video you'll get to learn a little bit about your instructor, the Globomantics scenario that will span the course, and what we're going to be building.

• Who is Your Instructor?
• What Will We Be Doing?
• How to Use This Course

Lesson 2 - Lab Setup

You know that Virtualization is hot right now and it shows no signs of cooling off. In this video I'll show you how to build your own Hyper-V Server. Plus, I will teach you Virtualization skills that will be used throughout the remainder of this course.

Lesson 3 - The Course Scenario

In this video you will be introduced to the course scenario that you will work with throughout the course.

• Before We Begin
• Windows Deployment Services Will Make You a Happy Camper
• Setting Up WDS in Like 3 Easy Steps
• Initial Configuration Tasks on Deploy Server
• Windows Deployment Services Configuration
• Adding Images
• Creating 2 Virtual Machines at the Same Time
• Creating Multicast Transmission to Install OS on 3 Machines at Once
• Our End Results
• Unattended Installation Answer File

Lesson 4 - Deploying Images Using Windows Deployment Services (WDS)

In this video you will work step-by-step to install and configure a WDS Server. Plus, you will work hands-on deploy images using WDS.

• What is WDS?
• How to Install and Configure WDS
• Globomantics Scenario
• Installing WDS Role
• Configuring WDS Server
• Creating WDS Image Groups
• Adding Install Images to WDS Server
• Adding Images to WDS Server Using Command Line
• Changing PXE Response Policy
• Deploying Images
• Deploying an Install Image Using WDS to a Client Computer
• Creating Discover Boot Image
• Creating an ISO Image for a Disc
• Deploying an Install Image Using ISO Image Disc
• Capture Images
• Creating and Using Capture Image
• Running Sysprep
• Capturing Image Using WDS Image Capture Wizard
• My Favorite Supporting Resources

Lesson 5 - Configuring Microsoft Windows Activation

In this video you will learn about the different types of activation. Plus, you will work hands-on with the Volume Activation Management Tool (VAMT).

• What are the Different Types of Activation?
• Volume Activation Keys
• Implementing MAK Activation
• MAK Independent Activation
• MAK Proxy Activation
• Manually Activating a Windows 7 Client
• Downloading and Installing Volume Activation Management Tool
• Using Volume Activation Management Tool (VAMT)
• Implementing KMS Activation
• Setting Up KMS Host
• Globomantics Scenario

Lesson 6 - Configuring Windows Server Hyper-V and Virtual Machines

In this video you will learn about the benefits of using virtual machines and the several different virtualization products that are available. Plus, you will work hands-on to create a virtual network to allow communication between the virtual machines.

• What are Virtual Machines?
• Benefits of Using Virtual Machines
• Virtualization Products
• Hyper-V System Requirements
• Globomantics Scenario
• How to Install Hyper-V
• Creating a New Virtual Machine Using Hyper-V
• Managing a Virtual Machine
• Starting Up Our Virtual Machine and Installing Operating System
• Installing Hyper-V Integration Services for Remote Desktop Use
• Using Virtual Hard Disks (VHDs)
• Creating Virtual Networks

Lesson 7 - Configuring High Availability

In this video you will learn about the options that are available to provide high availability. Plus, you will work hands-on to configure a DNS Round Robin and a Network Load Balancing (NLB) cluster.

• What is High Availability?
• Configuring a DNS Round Robin
• Checking DNS Round Robin Settings
• Creating New Host (A) Records
• Configuring Network Load Balancing (NLB)
• NSB vs. Failover Clustering
• Globomantics Scenario
• Installing Network Load Balancing (NLB) Feature
• Setting Up Network Load Balancing (NLB) Cluster
• Creating a Host (A) Record for the Cluster

Lesson 8 - Configuring Storage

In this video you will learn to properly utilize Direct Attached Storage (DAS), Network Attached Storage (NAS), Storage Area Networks (SAN), and a Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID). Plus, you will work hands-on to manage storage within Windows Server 2008 operating environment.

• Direct Attached Storage (DAS)
• Network Attached Storage (NAS)
• Storage Area Network (SAN)
• Storage Area Network (SAN) Terminology
• Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID)
• RAID 0 - Disk Stripping
• RAID 1 - Disk Mirroring
• RAID 5 - Disk Striping with Parity
• RAID 01 - Mirror of Stripes
• RAID 10 - Stripe of Mirrors
• Globomantics Scenario
• Managing Storage in Windows Server 2008
• Shrinking and Extending Volumes
• Creating RAID 1 Volume for Fault Tolerance
• Creating a Simple and a Spanned Volume
• Creating RAID 5 Volume for Additional Data Storage

Lesson 9 - Installing and Configuring Terminal Services

In this video you will work step-by-step to install and configure terminal services. You will also work hands-on to configure terminal services server options, terminal services licensing, and terminal services load balancing.

• Overview of Terminal Services
• Globomantics Scenario
• Using Remote Desktop
• Installing Terminal Services/Remote Desktop Services
• Verifying Terminal Services/Remote Desktop Services Server Options
• Configuring Terminal Services/Remote Desketop Services Server Options
• Configuring Terminal Services/Remote Desktop Services Licensing
• Configuring Terminal Services/Remote Desktop Services Load Balancing

Lesson 10 - Configuring Terminal Services RemoteApp

In this video you will learn exactly what RemoteApp is and you will work hands-on to configure RemoteApp. Plus, you will work step-by-step to connect to and configure Remote Applications.

• What is TS RemoteApp
• Globomantics Scenario
• Adding Remote Desktop Web Access Role Service
• Configuring Remote Desktop Web Access
• Configuring TS RemoteApp
• Adding RemoteApp Programs - Configuring Remote Applications
• Creating Remote Desktop Protocol - .rdp File
• Creating Windows Installer Package
• Using Remote Desktop Web Access
• Using Remote Desktop Protocol - .rdp File
• Using Windows Installer Package - .msi File

Lesson 11 - Configuring Terminal Services Gateway

In this video you will discover what TS Gateway is and you will work step-by-step to install and configure TS Gateway.

• What is TS/RD Gateway?
• Globomantics Scenario
• Adding TS/RD Gateway Role Service
• Configuring TS/RD Gateway
• Importing a Certificate to a Client Computer
• Connecting From a Client Using TS/RD Gateway

Lesson 12 - Configuring Terminal Services Client Connections

In this video you will work step-by-step to configure terminal services client settings and user configuration for terminal services. Plus, you will work hands-on to manage terminal services user connections and also utilize the Windows System Resource Manager to manage terminal services resources in client sessions.

• Globomantics Scenario
• Configuring Terminal Services/Remote Desktop Services Client Settings
• Configuring Remote Desktops
• Configuring User Settings for Terminal Services/ Remote Destkop Services
• Managing Terminal Services/Remote Desktop Services User Connections
• Adding Windows System Resource Manager (WSRM) Feature
• Using the Windows System Resource Managers (WSRM) to Manage Terminal Services Resources in Client Sessions

Lesson 13 - Installing & Configuring Internet Information Services (IIS)

In this video you will discover exactly what IIS is. Plus, you will work step-by-step to install the web server role and configure web applications.

• Overview of Internet Information Services
• Globomantics Scenario
• Installing the Web Server (IIS) Role
• Internet Information Services (IIS) Manager Overview
• New Web Site Properties
• Default Documents and Their Location
• Creating a New Web Site
• Hosting Multiple Web Sites Using Different IP Addresses
• Hosting Multiple Web Sites Using Different Port Numbers
• Hosting Multiple Web Sites Using Different Host Names
• Creating a New Web Site Using Command Line
• Using Directory Browsing
• Modifying Error Pages
• Configuring HTTP Redirect
• Enabling Content Compression
• Creating Logs for Web Sites
• Configuring Web Site Limits
• Adding Virtual Directories
• Configuring Web Applications
• Adding Virtual Directories
• Configuring Web Applications
• Recycling Worker Processes
• Managing Internet Information Services (IIS) Server

Lesson 14 - Configuring File Transfer Protocol (FTP) and Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP)

In this video you will learn the differences between FTP 6 and the newer version, FTP 7. Plus, you will work hands-on to install the FTP Server Role. Also, you will work step-by-step to install the SMTP Server Feature, which is a little bit different from a Server Role.

• What are FTP and SMTP?
• FTP 6 vs. FTP 7
• Globomantics Scenario
• Installing the FTP Server Role Service
• Adding FTP Sites
• Managing FTP Sites
• Testing FTP Sites
• Adding FTP Site Publishing
• Managing Web Site Content Using FTP
• Installing the SMTP Server Feature
• Configuring SMTP Virtual Server
• Adding ASP.NET Role Service for Application Development Tools
• Configuring SMTP E-mail to be Sent from a Web Application

Lesson 15 - Managing Web Server Security

In this video you will learn how to configure Web Site Authentication and permissions. Plus, you will work hands-on to configure the Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) for your web servers.

• Configuring Web Site Authentication and Permissions
• Authentication Overview
• Installing Authentication Modules
• Authentication Configuration
• Using Differnt Challenge-Based Authentication Methods
• Using Client Certificate Authentication
• Authorization Overview
• Installing Authorization Modules
• IP Address and Domain Restrictions Configuration
• Creating Authorization Rules
• Installing and Configuring Management Service
• Testing Remote Management Service
• SSL Security
• Creating a Self-Signed Certificate
• Creating a Domain Certificate
• Creating a Certificate Request
• Exporting and Importing a Certificate
• Configuring SSL

Lesson 16 - Installing and Configuring Windows Media Services

In this video you will learn how to utilize Windows Media Services for audio and video online streaming. Plus, you will work hands-on to install and configure a Windows Media Server.

• What is Windows Media Services?
• Installing Windows Media Services
• Installing Desktop Experience Feature
• Configuring Windows Media Services Server
• Adding New Publishing Point
• Protecting Media Using Digital Rights Management (DRM)

Lesson 17 - Windows SharePoint Services Overview

In this video you will get a high-level overview of installing and upgrading SharePoint Services. Plus, you will learn about the various SharePoint Services Configuration Components.

• What is Windows SharePoint Services?
• Installing SharePoint Services
• Upgrading SharePoint Services
• SharePoint Services Configuration Components

Lesson 18 - Preparing for Your Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure, Configuring (70-643) Certification Exam

In this video you will learn Ed's inside tips and pointers on the exam certification process and other things you should consider before taking the exam.

• Exam Overview
• Exam Objectives
• Study Recommendations
• Exam Preparation - The Evening Before the Test
• On the Day of the Test

Lesson 19 - Next Steps

Reaching the end of the course does not mean the learning has to end! In this video you will discover the "next steps" for continuing your growth with Windows Server 2008 and Server 2008 R2.

• What We Learned
• Follow Up
• What’s Next for Certification
• We Value Your Opinion

Windows Server 2008 R2 Enterprise Administrator Training - Course Outline

Lesson 1 - Getting Started with Windows Server 2008 R2 Enterprise Administrator Training

In this lesson you will meet your instructor and you will find out what you will be doing in the lessons. In addition, you will also find out how to use this course to maximize your benefits.

• Who is Your Instructor?
• What Will We Be Doing?
• How to Use This Course

Lesson 2 - Lab Setup

In this lesson you will find out what hardware and software you need in order to follow along with this course. You will also find about the servers you will be using throughout the lessons.

• Discuss the Build Out of This Course
• My Environment

Lesson 3 - The Course Scenario

This lesson will explain our scenario for this course and how we will be using it throughout the course.

• The Globomantics Scenario

Lesson 4 - Planning Name Resolution

In this lesson we will learn how to plan a name resolution strategy. We will talk about internal and external naming strategy, naming resolution support for legacy clients and Active Directory, and some enhancements introduced with the R2 version of Windows Server 2008.

• Internal and External Naming Strategy
• Naming Resolution Support for Legacy Clients
• Naming Resolution Support for Directory Services
• Windows Server 2008 R2 DNS Enhancements
• Demo: Configuring DNS

Lesson 5 - Designing Network Access

In this lesson we will learn about giving access to clients who are outside the secure walls of your internal corporate network. We will discuss the use of perimeter networks, remote access strategies, NAP, and server and domain isolation.

• What is a Perimeter Network?
• Perimeter Network Solutions
• Typical Services Found in a Perimeter Network
• Remote Access Strategy
• VPN Protocols
• Authentication Protocols
• Securing VPN Servers
• What is Network Access Protection (NAP)?
• Server and Domain Isolation
• Demo: Server and Domain Isolation

Lesson 6 - Planning Remote Desktop Services

In this lesson we will learn how to plan for remote desktop services. I will go over the RDS infrastructure and discuss how to use licensing, load balancing, and the RD Gateway to give remote access to resources.

• Remote Desktop Services Infrastructure
• Remote Desktop Licensing
• Planning Remote Desktop Licensing
• Remote Desktop Load Balancing
• Remote Desktop Gateway
• Demo: Remote Desktop Services

Lesson 7 - Designing Virtualization

In this lesson we will learn about designing virtualization. We will talk about how virtualization can help consolidate underutilized servers and deal with application compatibility issues. We will also discuss virtualization management and virtual server placement.

• Server Consolidation
• Benefits of Server Consolidation
• Application Compatibility
• Virtualization Management
• Server Placement

Lesson 8 - Planning Application Delivery

In this lesson we will learn about getting applications deployed out to our clients. We will talk about using group policy, System Center Essentials, and System Center Configuration Manager to complete this task.

• Group Policy
• System Center Essentials
• System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)
• Demo: Group Policy Application Deployment

Lesson 9 - Designing Active Directory Forests and Domains

In this lesson we will learn about designing an Active Directory forest and domain infrastructure. We will also discuss the use of forest and domain functional levels.

• Forests, Trees, and Domains
• Creating a Forest Structure
• Creating a Domain Structure
• Domain and Forest Functional Levels

Lesson 10 - Designing the Active Directory Physical Topology

In this lesson we will learn about designing the physical topology of Active Directory. We will discuss site and replication topologies, domain controller placement, and printer location policies.

• Site and Replication Topology
• Creating a Site Design
• Domain Controller Placement
• Printer Location Policies
• Demo: Globomantics Site Options

Lesson 11 - Designing Active Directory Administration

In this lesson we will learn about designing an administration strategy for Active Directory. We will look at delegation, group management, and auditing strategies. We will also see how an OU structure can have a significant impact on AD administration.

• Delegation Strategy
• Group Management Strategy
• Auditing Strategy
• Organizational Unit Structure
• Demo: Active Directory Administration Options

Lesson 12 - Designing Enterprise-Level Group Policy Strategy

In this lesson we will learn how to work with group policies at the enterprise level. We will look at the default group policy hierarchy and see how it can be modified with exceptions and filtering. We will also see how to implement password settings objects.

• Group Policy Hierarchy
• Exceptions and Filtering
• Controlling Device Installation
• Authentication and Authorization
• Demo: Creating a New Password Settings Object

Lesson 13 - Designing Branch Office Deployment

In this lesson we will learn about how to keep our branch offices secure with limited resources and staff.

• Authentication Strategy
• Networking Services
• Server Security
• Demo: Designing Branch Office Deployment

Lesson 14 - Designing a Public Key Infrastructure

In this lesson we will learn about designing a public key infrastructure. We will talk about the PKI components, designing a CA hierarchy, and managing certificates.

• PKI Components
• CA Hierarchy
• Certificate Management, Enrollment, and Renewal
• Revocation Policy

Lesson 15 - Planning for Business Continuity

In this lesson we will learn about how to keep our business up and running with limited downtime and data loss. We will discuss high availability options and how to recovery directory services.

• High Availability
• Directory Service Recovery
• Demo: Planning for Business Continuity

Lesson 16 - Designing for Software Updates

In this lesson we will learn about how to keep our network clients up to date with the latest security fixes and features. We will discuss the differences between Windows Update, WSUS, and System Center Essentials.

• Windows Update
• Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)
• System Center Essentials 2010
• Demo: How to Install WSUS on a Read-Only Domain Controller

Lesson 17 - Designing for Compliance Management

In this lesson we will learn about keeping our network compliant with updates and security settings. We will talk about using MBSA, WSUS reporting, and SCCM reporting. We will also take a look at the Security Configuration Wizard.

• Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer (MBSA)
• WSUS Reporting
• System Center Configuration Manager Reporting
• Security Configuration Wizard
• Demo: Using the Security Configuration Wizard

Lesson 18 - Designing for Data Management and Access

In this lesson we will learn about keeping our data secure and making it efficiently available to our global clients. We will talk about security solutions such as EFS, BitLocker, and AD RMS. We will also discuss how to plan for using DFS.

• Data Security Solutions
• Planning a DFS Deployment

Lesson 19 - Preparing for Your Windows Server 2008, Enterprise Administrator (70-647) Certification Exam

In this lesson you will gain some insight into the Windows Server 2008 Enterprise Administrator exam. We will go over the objectives and then review some recommendations that you should consider before taking the exam.

• Exam Overview
• Exam Objectives
• Study Recommendations
• Exam Preparations
• What We Learned

Lesson 20 - Next Steps

In this last lesson we will quickly review what we learned in this course. After a quick follow up, we will talk about what future certification options are available to you.

• What We Learned
• Follow Up
• What’s Next for Certification?