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Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for A Microsoft Power Platform Functional Consultant is responsible for creating and configuring apps, automations, and solutions. They act as the liaison between users and the implementation team. The functional consultant promotes utilization of solutions within an organization. The functional consultant may perform discovery, engage subject matter experts and stakeholders, capture requirements, and map requirements to features. They implement components of a solution including application enhancements, custom user experiences, system integrations, data conversions, custom process automation, and simple visualizations. This course will teach you to use Microsoft Power Platform solutions to simplify, automate, and empower business processes for organizations in the role of a Functional Consultant. A Microsoft Power Platform Functional Consultant is responsible for creating and configuring apps, automations, and solutions. They act as the liaison between users and the implementation team. The functional consultant promotes utilization of solutions within an organization. The functional consultant may perform discovery, engage subject matter experts and stakeholders, capture requirements, and map requirements to features. They implement components of a solution including application enhancements, custom user experiences, system integrations, data conversions, custom process automation, and simple visualizations. This course may contain a 1-day Applied Workshop. This workshop will allow you to practice your Functional Consultant skills by creating an end-to-end solution to solve a problem for a fictitious company. The solution will include a Microsoft Dataverse database, Power Apps canvas app, and Power Automate flows. Prerequisites Experience as an IT professional or student Working knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform and its key components Knowledge of Microsoft Dataverse (or general data modeling) and security concepts 1 - Describe the business value of the Microsoft Power Platform Explore Microsoft Power Platform Describe the business value of the Power Platform Explore connectors and Microsoft Dataverse Describe how Power Platform works with Microsoft 365 apps and services Explore how Power Platform works with Microsoft Teams Describe how Power Platform works with Microsoft Dynamics 365 apps Describe how Power Platform solutions consume Microsoft Azure services Explore how Microsoft Power Platform apps work together Use Artificial Intelligence to increase productivity 2 - Core components of Power Pages Get started with Power Pages Core tools and components of Power Pages Overview of Power Pages security Overview of Power Pages extensibility 3 - Explore Power Pages templates Site design templates Scenario-based templates Dynamics 365 Power Pages site templates 4 - Explore Power Pages design studio Work with pages Page components Site styling and templates 5 - Explore Power Pages design studio data and security features Data workspace in Power Pages design studio Power Pages security features 6 - Introduction to Power Pages administration Power Pages administrative tools Set up workspace in Power Pages design studio 7 - Get started building with Power BI Use Power BI Building blocks of Power BI Tour and use the Power BI service 8 - Get data with Power BI Desktop Overview of Power BI Desktop Explore Power BI Desktop Connect to data sources Get data from Excel Transform data to include in a report Combine data from multiple sources Clean data to include in a report 9 - Model data in Power BI How to manage your data relationships Create calculated columns Optimize data models Create measures Create calculated tables Explore time-based data 10 - Use visuals in Power BI Create and customize simple visualizations Create slicers Map visualizations Matrices and tables Create scatter, waterfall, and funnel charts Modify colors in charts and visuals Page layout and formatting 11 - Explore data in Power BI Quick insights in Power BI Create and configure a dashboard Ask questions of your data with natural language Create custom Q&A suggestions Share dashboards with your organization Display visuals and tiles in full screen Edit tile details and add widgets Get more space on your dashboard 12 - Publish and share in Power BI Publish Power BI Desktop reports Print and export dashboards and reports Introducing Power BI Mobile Create workspaces in Power BI Build apps Use apps Integrate OneDrive for Business with Power BI Publish to web 13 - Create and manage workspaces in Power BI Distribute a report or dashboard Monitor usage and performance Recommend a development life cycle strategy Troubleshoot data by viewing its lineage Configure data protection 14 - Manage semantic models in Power BI Use a Power BI gateway to connect to on-premises data sources Configure a semantic model scheduled refresh Configure incremental refresh settings Manage and promote semantic models Troubleshoot service connectivity Boost performance with query caching (Premium) 15 - Create dashboards in Power BI Configure data alerts Explore data by asking questions Review Quick insights Add a dashboard theme Pin a live report page to a dashboard Configure a real-time dashboard Set mobile view 16 - Implement row-level security Configure row-level security with the static method Configure row-level security with the dynamic method 17 - Create tables in Dataverse Table characteristics Table relationships Dataverse logic and security Dataverse auditing Dual-write vs. virtual tables 18 - Manage tables in Dataverse Identify tables and table types in Dataverse Create a custom table Enable attachments within a table Licensing requirements for each table type 19 - Create and manage columns within a table in Dataverse Define columns in Microsoft Dataverse Column types in Microsoft Dataverse Add a column to a table Create a primary name column Restrictions that apply to columns in a table Create an auto numbering column Create an alternate key 20 - Create a relationship between tables in Dataverse Relate one or more tables - Introduction Relationship types that are available in Microsoft Dataverse Create a one-to-many relationship between tables Create a many-to-many relationship between tables Edit or delete relationships 21 - Working with choices in Dataverse Define choice column Standard choices column 22 - Get started with security roles in Dataverse Understand environment roles Adding or disabling an environment user Understand security concepts in Dataverse Understand user security roles and security role defaults Check the roles that a user belongs to Configure Dataverse teams for security Configure Dataverse group teams for security 23 - Use administration options for Dataverse Use Microsoft Power Platform Admin Center portal Tenant storage capacity Advanced Customization options in Power Apps Portal Enable and disable auditing 24 - Manage Dynamics 365 model-driven app settings and security Configure role-based security Manage teams and business units Explore settings and customizations 25 - Introduction to Microsoft Power Platform security and governance Identify Microsoft Power Platform environments Data Loss Prevention policies Microsoft Power Platform Center of Excellence Starter Kit 26 - Get started with model-driven apps in Power Apps Introducing model-driven apps Components of model-driven apps Design model-driven apps Incorporate business process flows 27 - Configure forms, charts, and dashboards in model-driven apps Forms overview Form elements Configure multiple forms Use specialized form components Configure views overview Configure grids Create and edit views Configure charts overview Dashboards overview Use interactive streams and tiles 28 - Get started with Power Apps canvas apps Power Apps building blocks Ways to build Power Apps Power Apps related technologies Additional Power Apps related technologies Designing a Power Apps app 29 - Connect to other data in a Power Apps canvas app Overview of the different data sources Work with action-based data sources Power Automate is a companion to Power Apps 30 - How to build the UI in a canvas app in Power Apps Use themes to quickly change the appearance of your app Branding a control Icons Images Personalization Using the tablet or phone form factors 31 - Manage apps in Power Apps Power Apps review 32 - Build your first app with Power Apps and Dataverse for Teams Create your first app with the hero template Customize your app with Power Apps Studio Publish your app Install template apps 33 - Access Dataverse in Power Pages websites Use lists to display multiple Dataverse records Use forms to interact with Dataverse data 34 - Authentication and user management in Power Pages Power Pages authentication settings User registration in Power Pages Authentication management for Power Pages users Power Pages authentication providers 35 - Power Pages maintenance and troubleshooting Power Pages website maintenance Power Pages website troubleshooting 36 - Define and create business rules in Dataverse Define business rules - Introduction Define the components of a business rule Create a business rule 37 - Get started with Power Automate Introducing Power Automate Troubleshoot flows 38 - Use the Admin center to manage environments and data policies in Power Automate Administer flows Export and import flows Learn how to distribute button flows 39 - Use Dataverse triggers and actions in Power Automate Dataverse triggers Query data Create, update, delete, and relate actions 40 - Extend Dataverse with Power Automate Set up a flow and configure its trigger Email Dataverse record Add to-do items Test and run your flow 41 - Introduction to expressions in Power Automate Get started with expressions Notes make things easier Types of functions Write complex expressions 42 - Build your first Power Automate for desktop flow Set up the environment Explore Power Automate for desktop Create your first Power Automate for desktop flow Record Power Automate for desktop actions Edit and test recorded actions 43 - Run a Power Automate for desktop flow in unattended mode Set up an unattended desktop flow Create a new cloud flow that calls an existing flow in unattended mode Perform a test run Best practices 44 - Optimize your business process with process advisor Get familiar with process advisor Create your first recording Edit recordings and group actions Analyze recordings and interpret results Automation recommendations 45 - Get started with Microsoft Copilot Studio bots Get started working with environments Create bots and work with the Microsoft Copilot Studio interface Create topics Test bots Publish bots and analyze performance 46 - Enhance Microsoft Copilot Studio bots Use Power Automate to add actions Transfer conversations to agents by using Omnichannel for Customer Service Create topics for existing support content Analyze bot performance 47 - Manage topics in Microsoft Copilot Studio Work with bot topics Branch a topic Create topics for existing support content Work with system fallback topics Manage topics 48 - Manage Power Virtual Agents Environments in Microsoft Copilot Studio Bot topics permissions Bot entities and flow permissions Monitor and diagnose Administer and manage Export and import bots Authentication 49 - Get started building with Power BI Use Power BI Building blocks of Power BI Tour and use the Power BI service 50 - Get data with Power BI Desktop Overview of Power BI Desktop Explore Power BI Desktop Connect to data sources Get data from Excel Transform data to include in a report Combine data from multiple sources Clean data to include in a report 51 - Model data in Power BI How to manage your data relationships Create calculated columns Optimize data models Create measures Create calculated tables Explore time-based data 52 - Use visuals in Power BI Create and customize simple visualizations Create slicers Map visualizations Matrices and tables Create scatter, waterfall, and funnel charts Modify colors in charts and visuals Page layout and formatting 53 - Explore data in Power BI Quick insights in Power BI Create and configure a dashboard Ask questions of your data with natural language Create custom Q&A suggestions Share dashboards with your organization Display visuals and tiles in full screen Edit tile details and add widgets Get more space on your dashboard 54 - Publish and share in Power BI Publish Power BI Desktop reports Print and export dashboards and reports Introducing Power BI Mobile Create workspaces in Power BI Build apps Use apps Integrate OneDrive for Business with Power BI Publish to web 55 - Manage solutions in Power Apps and Power Automate Add and remove apps, flows, and entities in a solution Edit a solution-aware app, flow, and table Build and deploy a complex solution with flows, apps, and entities Automate solution management 56 - Load/export data and create data views in Dataverse View data in a table Create or edit views of data in a table Load data into a table Export data from a table Add, update, or delete data in a table by using Excel Import data using Power Query Generate a new dataflow from an Excel Template Dataflow and Azure integration 57 - Get started with AI Builder Choose an AI capability Create your first model Ways to use your models 58 - Manage models in AI Builder Model lifecycle Manage model versions Share your models 59 - Use AI Builder in Power Automate AI Builder in Power Automate saves time Advanced usage of AI Builder in Power Automate 60 - Functional Consultant skills Create entity relationship diagrams Create and document mock-ups Document functional requirements and artifacts Complete fit-gap analysis Discuss stakeholder management responsibilities Understand industry accelerators Define Application Lifecycle Management Participate in testing Evaluate options Define connectors Understand Power Apps component framework 61 - Solution Architect series: Plan application lifecycle management for Power Platform Key considerations for ALM Solutions Configuration and reference data Release process ALM with Azure DevOps

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for professional web developers who use Microsoft Visual Studio in an individual-based or team-based, small-sized to large development environment. Candidates for this course are interested in developing advanced web applications and want to manage the rendered HTML comprehensively. They want to create websites that separate the user interface, data access, and application logic. Overview Describe the Microsoft Web Technologies stack and select an appropriate technology to use to develop any given application. Design the architecture and implementation of a web application that will meet a set of functional requirements, user interface requirements, and address business models. Configure the pipeline of ASP.NET Core web applications using middleware, and leverage dependency injection across applications. Develop a web application that uses the ASP.NET Core routing engine to present friendly URLs and a logical navigation hierarchy to users. Create Views in an application that display and edit data and interact with Models and Controllers. Connect an ASP.NET Core application to a database using Entity Framework Core. Implement a consistent look and feel across an entire web application. Write JavaScript code that runs on the client-side and utilizes the jQuery script library to optimize the responsiveness of an web application. Add client side packages and configure Task Runners. Run unit tests and debugging tools against a web application in Visual Studio 2022. Write an application that authenticates and authorizes users to access content securely using Identity. Build an application that resists malicious attacks. Use caching to accelerate responses to user requests. Use SignalR to enable two-way communication between client and server. Describe what a Web API is and why developers might add a Web API to an application. Describe how to package and deploy an ASP.NET Core web application from a development computer to a web server. In this 5-day course, professional web developers will learn to develop advanced ASP.NET Core applications using .NET tools and technologies. The focus will be on coding activities that enhance the performance and scalability of the Web site application. Module 1: Exploring ASP.NET Core Introducing of Microsoft Web Technologies Getting Started with Razor Pages in ASP.NET Core Introducing ASP.NET Core MVC Module 2: Designing ASP.NET Core MVC Web Applications Planning in the Project Design Phase Designing Models, Controllers and Views Module 3: Configure Middleware and Services in ASP.NET Core Configuring Middlewares Configuring Services Module 4: Developing Controllers Writing Controllers and Actions Configuring Routes Writing Action Filters Module 5: Developing Views Creating Views with Razor Syntax Using HTML Helpers and Tag Helpers Reusing Code in Views Module 6: Developing Models Creating MVC Models Working with Forms Validating User Input Module 7: Using Entity Framework Core in ASP.NET Core Introduction to Entity Framework Core Working with Entity Framework Core Use Entity Framework Core to connect to Microsoft SQL Server Module 8: Using Layouts, CSS and JavaScript in ASP.NET Core Using Layouts Using CSS and JavaScript Using JavaScript Libraries Module 9: Client-Side Development Applying Styles and Responsive Design Using Task Runners Looking at ASP.NET Core Blazor Module 10: Testing and Troubleshooting Testing ASP.NET Core Applications Implementing an Exception Handling Strategy Logging ASP.NET Core Applications Module 11: Managing Security Authentication in ASP.NET Core Authorization in ASP.NET Core Defending from Common Attack Module 12: Performance and Communication Implementing a Caching Strategy Managing State Supporting Two-way Communication Module 13: Implementing Web APIs Introducing Web APIs Developing a Web API Calling a Web API Module 14: Hosting and Deployment Hosting and Deploying On-premises Deploying to Microsoft Azure Looking at Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for The Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administrator is responsible for deploying, configuring, securing, managing, and monitoring devices and client applications in a corporate setting. Their duties include managing identity, access, policies, updates, and apps. They work alongside the M365 Enterprise Administrator to develop and execute a device strategy that aligns with the requirements of a modern organization. Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administrators should be well-versed in M365 workloads and possess extensive skills and experience in deploying, configuring, and maintaining Windows 11 and later, as well as non-Windows devices. Their role emphasizes cloud services over on-premises management technologies. In this course, students will learn to plan and execute an endpoint deployment strategy using contemporary deployment techniques and implementing update strategies. The course introduces essential elements of modern management, co-management approaches, and Microsoft Intune integration. It covers app deployment, management of browser-based applications, and key security concepts such as authentication, identities, access, and compliance policies. Technologies like Microsoft Entra ID, Azure Information Protection, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint are explored to protect devices and data. Prerequisites The Modern Desktop Administrator must be familiar with M365 workloads and must have strong skills and experience of deploying, configuring, and maintaining Windows 11 and later, and non-Windows devices. 1 - Explore the Enterprise Desktop Examine benefits of modern management Examine the enterprise desktop life-cycle model Examine planning and purchasing Examine desktop deployment Plan an application deployment Plan for upgrades and retirement 2 - Explore Windows Editions Examine Windows client editions and capabilities Select client edition Examine hardware requirements 3 - Understand Microsoft Entra ID Examine Microsoft Entra ID Compare Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory Domain Services Examine Microsoft Entra ID as a directory service for cloud apps Compare Microsoft Entra ID P1 and P2 plans Examine Microsoft Entra Domain Services 4 - Manage Microsoft Entra identities Examine RBAC and user roles in Microsoft Entra ID Create and manage users in Microsoft Entra ID Create and manage groups in Microsoft Entra ID Manage Microsoft Entra objects with PowerShell Synchronize objects from AD DS to Microsoft Entra ID 5 - Manage device authentication Describe Microsoft Entra join Examine Microsoft Entra join prerequisites limitations and benefits Join devices to Microsoft Entra ID Manage devices joined to Microsoft Entra ID 6 - Enroll devices using Microsoft Configuration Manager Deploy the Microsoft Configuration Manager client Monitor the Microsoft Configuration Manager client Manage the Microsoft Configuration Manager client 7 - Enroll devices using Microsoft Intune Manage mobile devices with Intune Enable mobile device management Explain considerations for device enrollment Manage corporate enrollment policy Enroll Windows devices in Intune Enroll Android devices in Intune Enroll iOS devices in Intune Explore device enrollment manager Monitor device enrollment Manage devices remotely 8 - Execute device profiles Explore Intune device profiles Create device profiles Create a custom device profile 9 - Oversee device profiles Monitor device profiles in Intune Manage device sync in Intune Manage devices in Intune using scripts 10 - Maintain user profiles Examine user profile Explore user profile types Examine options for minimizing user profile size Deploy and configure folder redirection Sync user state with Enterprise State Roaming Configure Enterprise State Roaming in Azure 11 - Execute mobile application management Examine mobile application management Examine considerations for mobile application management Prepare line-of-business apps for app protection policies Implement mobile application management policies in Intune Manage mobile application management policies in Intune 12 - Deploy and update applications Deploy applications with Intune Add apps to Intune Manage Win32 apps with Intune Deploy applications with Configuration Manager Deploying applications with Group Policy Assign and publish software Explore Microsoft Store for Business Implement Microsoft Store Apps Update Microsoft Store Apps with Intune Assign apps to company employees 13 - Administer endpoint applications Manage apps with Intune Manage Apps on non-enrolled devices Deploy Microsoft 365 Apps with Intune Additional Microsoft 365 Apps Deployment Tools Configure Microsoft Edge Internet Explorer mode App Inventory Review 14 - Protect identities in Microsoft Entra ID Explore Windows Hello for Business Deploy Windows Hello Manage Windows Hello for Business Explore Microsoft Entra ID Protection Manage self-service password reset in Microsoft Entra ID Implement multi-factor authentication 15 - Enable organizational access Enable access to organization resources Explore VPN types and configuration Explore Always On VPN Deploy Always On VPN 16 - Implement device compliance Protect access to resources using Intune Explore device compliance policy Deploy a device compliance policy Explore conditional access Create conditional access policies 17 - Generate inventory and compliance reports Report enrolled devices inventory in Intune Monitor and report device compliance Build custom Intune inventory reports Access Intune using Microsoft Graph API 18 - Deploy device data protection Explore Windows Information Protection Plan Windows Information Protection Implement and use Windows Information Protection Explore Encrypting File System in Windows client Explore BitLocker 19 - Manage Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Explore Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Examine key capabilities of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Explore Windows Defender Application Control and Device Guard Explore Microsoft Defender Application Guard Examine Windows Defender Exploit Guard Explore Windows Defender System Guard 20 - Manage Microsoft Defender in Windows client Explore Windows Security Center Explore Windows Defender Credential Guard Manage Microsoft Defender Antivirus Manage Windows Defender Firewall Explore Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security 21 - Manage Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps Explore Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps Planning Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps Implement Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps 22 - Assess deployment readiness Examine deployment guidelines Explore readiness tools Assess application compatibility Explore tools for application compatibility mitigation Prepare network and directory for deployment Plan a pilot 23 - Deploy using the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit Evaluate traditional deployment methods Set up the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit for client deployment Manage and deploy images using the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 24 - Deploy using Microsoft Configuration Manager Explore client deployment using Configuration Manager Examine deployment components of Configuration Manager Manage client deployment using Configuration Manager Plan in-place upgrades using Configuration Manager 25 - Deploy Devices using Windows Autopilot Use Autopilot for modern deployment Examine requirements for Windows Autopilot Prepare device IDs for Autopilot Implement device registration and out-of-the-box customization Examine Autopilot scenarios Troubleshoot Windows Autopilot 26 - Implement dynamic deployment methods Examine subscription activation Deploy using provisioning packages Use Windows Configuration Designer Use Microsoft Entra join with automatic MDM enrollment 27 - Plan a transition to modern endpoint management Explore using co-management to transition to modern endpoint management Examine prerequisites for co-management Evaluate modern management considerations Evaluate upgrades and migrations in modern transitioning Migrate data when modern transitioning Migrate workloads when modern transitioning 28 - Manage Windows 365 Explore Windows 365 Configure Windows 365 Administer Windows 365 29 - Manage Azure Virtual Desktop Examine Azure Virtual Desktop Explore Azure Virtual Desktop Configure Azure Virtual Desktop Administer Azure Virtual Desktop Additional course details: Nexus Humans MD-102T00 : Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administrator training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the MD-102T00 : Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administrator course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for IT Professionals who are already experienced in general Windows Server, Windows client, Azure, and Microsoft 365 administration, and who want to learn more about using Windows PowerShell for administration. No prior experience with any version of PowerShell or any scripting language is assumed. This course is also suitable for IT Professionals already experienced in server administration, including Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft SharePoint Server, and Microsoft SQL Server. This course provides students with the fundamental knowledge and skills to use PowerShell for administering and automating administration of Windows servers. This course provides students the skills to identify and build the command they require to perform a specific task. In addition, students learn how to build scripts to accomplish advanced tasks such as automating repetitive tasks and generating reports. This course provides prerequisite skills supporting a broad range of Microsoft products, including Windows Server, Windows Client, Microsoft Azure, and Microsoft 365. In keeping with that goal, this course will not focus on any one of those products, although Windows Server, which is the common platform for all of those products, will serve as the example for the techniques this course teaches. Prerequisites Before attending this course, students must have: -Experience with Windows networking technologies and implementation. - Experience with Windows Server administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting. 1 - Review Windows PowerShell Learn about Windows PowerShell Get familiar with Windows PowerShell applications Identify factors to install and use Windows PowerShell Configure the Windows PowerShell console Configure the Windows PowerShell Integrated Scripting Environment (ISE) Use Visual Studio Code with PowerShell 2 - Understand the command syntax in Windows PowerShell Discover the structure of PowerShell cmdlets Discover the parameters for using PowerShell cmdlets Review the tab completion feature in PowerShell Display the About files content in PowerShell 3 - Find commands and Get-Help in Windows PowerShell Define modules in PowerShell Find cmdlets in PowerShell Use command aliases in PowerShell Use Show-Command and Get-Help in PowerShell Interpret the help file contents and update the local help content in PowerShell 4 - Manage Active Directory Domain Services using PowerShell cmdlets Manage user accounts in PowerShell Manage groups and group memberships in PowerShell Manage computer accounts in PowerShell Manage organizational units and Active Directory objects in PowerShell 5 - Manage network service settings for Windows devices using PowerShell cmdlets Manage IP addresses in PowerShell Manage IP routing in PowerShell Manage DNS clients in PowerShell Manage Windows Firewall settings in PowerShell 6 - Manage Windows Server settings using PowerShell cmdlets Automate management tasks using the Group Policy management cmdlets Manage server roles and services using PowerShell cmdlets Manage Hyper-V Virtual Machines using PowerShell cmdlets Manage Internet Information Services using PowerShell cmdlets 7 - Manage settings for a local Windows machine using PowerShell cmdlets Manage Windows 10 using PowerShell Manage permissions with PowerShell 8 - Understand the Windows PowerShell pipeline Review Windows PowerShell pipeline and its output Discover object members in PowerShell Control the formatting of pipeline output 9 - Select, sort, and measure objects using the pipeline Sort and group objects by property in the pipeline Measure objects in the pipeline Select a set of objects in the pipeline Select object properties in the pipeline Create and format calculated properties in the pipeline 10 - Filter objects out of the pipeline Learn about the comparison operators in PowerShell Review basic filter syntax in the pipeline Review advanced filter syntax in the pipeline Optimize the filter performance in the pipeline 11 - Enumerate objects in the pipeline Learn about enumerations in the pipeline Review basic syntax to enumerate objects in the pipeline Review advanced syntax to enumerate objects in the pipeline 12 - Send and pass data as output from the pipeline Write pipeline data to a file Convert pipeline objects to other forms of data representation in PowerShell Control additional output options in PowerShell 13 - Pass pipeline objects Pipeline parameter binding Identify ByValue parameters Pass data by using ByValue Pass data by using ByPropertyName Identify ByPropertyName parameters Use manual parameters to override the pipeline Use parenthetical commands Expand property values 14 - Connect with data stores using PowerShell providers Define Windows PowerShell providers Review the built-in providers in PowerShell Access provider help in PowerShell 15 - Use PowerShell drives in PowerShell Explain PowerShell drives in PowerShell Use PowerShell drive cmdlets in PowerShell Manage the file system in PowerShell Manage the registry in PowerShell Work with certificates in PowerShell Work with other PowerShell drives in PowerShell 16 - Review CIM and WMI Review architecture of CIM and WMI Review repositories in CIM and WMI Locate online class documentation by using CIM and WMI cmdlets 17 - Query configuration information by using CIM and WMI List local repository namespaces and classes by using CIM and WMI Query instances by using commands and WMI Query Language Connect to remote computers by using CIM and WMI cmdlets Query repository classes from remote computers by using CIMSession objects 18 - Query and manipulate repository objects by using CIM and WMI methods Discover methods of repository objects by using CIM and WMI Locate class methods and documentation by using CIM and WMI Invoke methods of repository objects by using CIM and WMI 19 - Manage variables in Windows PowerShell scripts Define variables in Windows PowerShell scripts Create variable names in Windows PowerShell scripts Assign values and types to variables in Windows PowerShell scripts Identify the methods and properties of variables in Windows PowerShell scripts Use string variables and methods in Windows PowerShell scripts Use date variables and methods in Windows PowerShell scripts 20 - Work with arrays and hash tables in Windows PowerShell scripts Define an array in Windows PowerShell scripts Work with array lists in Windows PowerShell scripts Define hash tables in Windows PowerShell Scripts Work with hash tables in Windows PowerShell scripts 21 - Create and run scripts by using Windows PowerShell Review Windows PowerShell scripts Modify scripts in the PowerShell Gallery Create scripts using Windows PowerShell Review the PowerShellGet module in Windows PowerShell Run scripts and set the execution policy in Windows PowerShell Review Windows PowerShell and AppLocker Sign the scripts digitally in Windows PowerShell 22 - Work with scripting constructs in Windows PowerShell Review and use the ForEach loop in Windows PowerShell scripts Review and use the If construct in Windows PowerShell scripts Review and use the Switch construct in Windows PowerShell scripts Review the For construct in Windows PowerShell scripts Review other loop constructs in Windows PowerShell scripts Review Break and Continue in Windows PowerShell scripts 23 - Import data in different formats for use in scripts by using Windows PowerShell cmdlets Use the Get-Content command in Windows PowerShell scripts Use the Import-Csv cmdlet in Windows PowerShell scripts Use the Import-Clixml cmdlet in Windows PowerShell scripts Use the ConvertFrom-Json cmdlet in Windows PowerShell scripts 24 - Use methods to accept user inputs in Windows PowerShell scripts Identify values that might change in Windows PowerShell scripts Use the Read-Host cmdlet in Windows PowerShell scripts Use the Get-Credential cmdlet in Windows PowerShell scripts Use the Out-GridView cmdlet in Windows PowerShell scripts Pass parameters to a Windows PowerShell script 25 - Troubleshoot scripts and handle errors in Windows PowerShell Interpret error messages generated for Windows PowerShell commands Add output to Windows PowerShell scripts Use breakpoints in Windows PowerShell scripts Interpret error actions for Windows PowerShell commands 26 - Use functions and modules in Windows PowerShell scripts Review functions in Windows PowerShell scripts Use variable scope in Windows PowerShell scripts Create modules in Windows PowerShell scripts Use the dot sourcing feature in Windows PowerShell 27 - Manage single and multiple computers by using Windows PowerShell remoting Review the remoting feature of Windows PowerShell Compare remoting with remote connectivity Review the remoting security feature of Windows PowerShell Enable remoting by using Windows PowerShell Use one-to-one remoting by using Windows PowerShell Use one-to-many remoting by using Windows PowerShell Compare remoting output with local output 28 - Use advanced Windows PowerShell remoting techniques Review common remoting techniques of Windows PowerShell Send parameters to remote computers in Windows PowerShell Set access protection to variables, aliases, and functions by using the scope modifier Enable multi-hop remoting in Windows PowerShell 29 - Manage persistent connections to remote computers by using Windows PowerShell sessions Review persistent connections in Windows PowerShell Create and manage persistent PSSessions by using Windows PowerShell Disconnect PSSessions by using Windows PowerShell Review the feature of implicit remoting in Windows PowerShell 30 - Review Azure PowerShell module Review Azure PowerShell Review the benefits of the Azure PowerShell module Install the Azure PowerShell module Migrate Azure PowerShell from AzureRM to Azure Review Microsoft Azure Active Directory module for Windows PowerShell and Azure Active Directory PowerShell for Graph modules 31 - Review the features and tools for Azure Cloud Shell Review the characteristics of Azure Cloud Shell Review the features and tools of Azure Cloud Shell Configure and experiment with Azure Cloud Shell 32 - Manage Azure resources with Windows PowerShell Create a new Azure virtual machine by using Windows PowerShell commands Manage Azure virtual machines by using Windows PowerShell commands Manage Azure related storage by using Azure PowerShell Manage Azure subscriptions by using Azure PowerShell 33 - Manage users, groups, and licenses in Microsoft Entra ID by using Windows PowerShell Review benefits to manage Microsoft 365 services by using Windows PowerShell Connect to the Microsoft 365 tenant by using Windows PowerShell Manage users in Microsoft 365 by using Windows PowerShell Manage groups in Microsoft 365 by using Windows PowerShell Manage roles in Microsoft 365 by using Windows PowerShell Manage licenses in Microsoft 365 by using Windows PowerShell 34 - Manage Exchange Online by using Windows PowerShell Connect to Exchange Online by using Windows PowerShell Manage mailboxes in Exchange Online by using Windows PowerShell Manage resources in Exchange Online by using Windows PowerShell Manage admin roles in Exchange Online by using Windows PowerShell 35 - Manage SharePoint Online by using Windows PowerShell Install and connect to SharePoint Online Management Shell by using Windows PowerShell Manage SharePoint Online users and groups by using Windows PowerShell Manage SharePoint sites by using Windows PowerShell Manage SharePoint Online external user sharing by using Windows PowerShell 36 - Manage Microsoft Teams by using Windows PowerShell Review Microsoft Teams PowerShell module Install the Microsoft Teams PowerShell module Manage teams with Microsoft Teams PowerShell module 37 - Create and manage background jobs using Windows PowerShell Define the types of background jobs in Windows PowerShell Start remote jobs and CIM/WMI jobs in Windows PowerShell Monitor jobs in Windows PowerShell Retrieve results for running jobs in Windows PowerShell 38 - Create and manage scheduled jobs using Windows PowerShell Create and run Windows PowerShell scripts as scheduled tasks Define scheduled jobs in Windows PowerShell Create job option and job trigger objects in Windows PowerShell Create and register a scheduled job in Windows PowerShell Retrieve the results from a scheduled job in Windows PowerShell

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for The primary audience for this course is Enterprise Desktop Support Technicians (EDSTs). These technicians provide Tier 2 support to users with domain-joined computers running the Windows 11 OS, typically in medium to large enterprise organizations. Overview Important Windows 11 features How these features are used in an Active Directory How to troubleshoot these features This is a 5-day ILT course that is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to support and troubleshoot Windows 11 PCs and devices in an on-premises Windows Server Active Directory domain environment. 1: Introducing Windows 11 Overview of Windows 11 Recommendations for typical troubleshooting procedures Troubleshooting installation and deployment Introduction to management and troubleshooting tools 2: Administering Windows 11 remotely Using Windows Admin Center Using Windows PowerShell Implementing Remote Management 3: Troubleshooting startup and performing system recovery Recovering Windows 11 Configuring the Registry Troubleshooting Windows 11 startup Implementing and troubleshooting BitLocker Troubleshooting OS service Issues 4: Troubleshooting devices and device drivers Overview of hardware troubleshooting Troubleshooting device drivers 5: Configuring and troubleshooting network connectivity Configuring network connectivity Troubleshooting network connectivity Implementing and troubleshooting name resolution Implementing and troubleshooting remote access 6: Troubleshooting Group Policy Overview of Group Policy Resolve GPO application issues on client devices 7: Configuring and Troubleshooting Security Settings Implementing network security Implementing Windows 11 security features Configuring and troubleshooting user accounts 8: Configuring and Troubleshooting User State Implementing and troubleshooting user state Implementing and troubleshooting Folder Redirection 9: Configuring and Troubleshooting Resource Access Configuring and troubleshooting file access. Configuring and troubleshooting shared folders. Implementing and troubleshooting Work Folders. Managing and troubleshooting printers. Recovering files. 10: Troubleshooting apps Troubleshooting desktop apps Troubleshooting app compatibility Managing UWP apps 11: Monitoring and Maintaining Windows 11 Monitoring Windows 11 Optimizing Windows 11 performance Managing Windows 11 updates

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is primarily intended for existing IT professionals who have some AD DS knowledge and experience and who aim to develop knowledge about identity and access technologies in Windows Server. This would typically include: ?AD DS administrators who are looking to train in identity and access technologies with Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019 or Windows Server 2022. ?System or infrastructure administrators with general AD DS experience and knowledge who are looking to cross-train in core and advanced identity and access technologies in Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019 or Windows Server 2022. Overview Install and configure domain controllers. Manage objects in AD DS by using graphical tools and Windows PowerShell. Implement AD DS in complex environments. Implement and administer Active Directory Rights Management Services (AD RMS). Implement AD DS sites, and configure and manage replication. Implement and manage Group Policy Objects (GPOs). Manage user settings by using GPOs. Secure AD DS and user accounts. Implement and manage a certificate authority (CA) hierarchy with AD CS. Deploy and manage certificates. Implement and administer AD FS. Implement synchronization between AD DS and Azure AD. Some exposure to and experience with Active Directory concepts and technologies in Windows Server. Experience working with and configuring Windows Server. Experience and an understanding of core networking technologies such as IP addressing, name resolution, and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Experience working with and an understanding basic server virtualization concepts. Monitor, troubleshoot, and establish business continuity for AD DS services. This five-day instructor-led course teaches IT professionals how to deploy and configure Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) in a distributed environment, how to implement Group Policy, how to perform backup and restore, and how to monitor and troubleshoot Active Directory - related issues with Windows Server. Additionally, this course teaches students how to deploy other Active Directory server roles, such as Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS) and Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS). Although this course and the associated labs are written for Windows Server 2022, the skills taught will also be backwards compatible for Server 2016 and Server 2019. The course and labs also focus on how to administer Windows Server using not only the traditional tools such as PowerShell and Server manager, but also Windows Admin Center. Prerequisites Some exposure to and experience with Active Directory concepts and technologies in Windows Server. Experience working with and configuring Windows Server. Experience and an understanding of core networking technologies such as IP addressing, name resolution, and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Experience working with and an understanding basic server virtualization concepts. 1 - Installing and configuring domain controllers Overview of AD DS Overview of AD DS domain controllers Deploying a domain controller 2 - Managing objects in AD DS Managing user accounts Managing groups in AD DS Managing computer objects in AD DS Using Windows PowerShell for AD DS administration Implementing and managing OUs 3 - Advanced AD DS infrastructure management Overview of advanced AD DS deployments Deploying a distributed AD DS environment Configuring AD DS trusts 4 - Implementing and administering AD DS sites and replication Overview of AD DS replication Configuring AD DS sites Configuring and monitoring AD DS replication 5 - Implementing Group Policy Introducing Group Policy Implementing and administering GPOs Group Policy scope and Group Policy processing Troubleshooting the application of GPOs 6 - Managing user settings with Group Policy Implementing administrative templates Configuring Folder Redirection, software installation, and scripts Configuring Group Policy preferences 7 - Securing Active Directory Domain Services Securing domain controllers Implementing account security Implementing audit authentication Configuring managed service accounts 8 - Deploying and managing AD CS Deploying CAs Administering CAs Troubleshooting and maintaining CAs 9 - Deploying and managing certificates Deploying and managing certificate templates Managing certificate deployment, revocation, and recovery Using certificates in a business environment Implementing and managing smart cards 10 - Implementing and administering AD FS Overview of AD FS AD FS requirements and planning Deploying and configuring AD FS Web Application Proxy Overview 11 - Implementing and administering AD RMS Overview of AD RMS Deploying and managing an AD RMS infrastructure Configuring AD RMS content protection 12 - Implementing AD DS synchronization with Microsoft Azure AD Planning and preparing for directory synchronization Implementing directory synchronization by using Azure AD Connect Managing identities with directory synchronization 13 - Monitoring, managing, and recovering AD DS Monitoring AD DS Managing the Active Directory database Active Directory backup and recovery options for AD DS and other identity and access solutions

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for novice database developers, database administrators, Business Intelligence developers, report creators, and application developers who have an understanding of relational database concepts and have basic Windows navigation skills. Overview Create single table SELECT queries Create multiple table SELECT queries Filter and sort data Insert, update, and delete data Query data using built-in functions Create queries that aggregate data Create subqueries Create queries that use table expressions Use UNION, INTERSECT, and EXCEPT on multiple sets of data Implement window functions in queries Use PIVOT and GROUPING SETS in queries Use stored procedures in queries Add error handling to queries Use transactions in queries This five-day instructor-led course is intended for IT professionals who wish to use the Transact-SQL language to query and configure Microsoft SQL Server. Students are typically database developers and database administrators, but might also be Business Intelligence developers, report creators, or application developers. In this course, students learn how to query single tables, join data from multiple tables, filter and sort data, modify data, use procedures and functions, and implement error handling. Prerequisites Basic understanding of relational databases. Basic Windows knowledge. Module 1: Introduction to Transact-SQL What is Transact-SQL The SELECT statement The WHERE clause Sorting results Calculations CASE expressions Module 2: Joining tables with Transact-SQL The JOIN clause Inner joins Outer joins Self joins and cross joins Module 3: Filtering and sorting results Implement the ORDER BY clause Filter data with the WHERE clause Limit the number of rows returned by a query Implement NULL logic Module 4: SQL Server data types Understand data types Implement string data types Implement temporal data types Module 5: Inserting, updating and deleting data Insert new records Update existing records Delete data Module 6: Using SQL Server functions with Transact-SQL Understand function types in SQL Server Convert data using functions Implement logical functions Work with NULL data using functions Module 7: Aggregating data with Transact-SQL Implement aggregation in SQL Server Group records in SQL Server Filter aggregated data Module 8: Implement subqueries with Transact-SQL Implement scalar and multi-valued sub-queries Implement correlated subqueries Implement existence checks with subqueries Module 9: Create queries that use table expressions Create views Create table-valued functions Implement derived tables Implement common table expressions Module 10: Use UNION, INTERSECT, EXCEPT and APPLY on multiple sets of data Write queries with the UNION operator Write queries with the INTERSECT and EXCEPT operators Write queries with the APPLY operator Module 11: Implement window functions in queries Understand window functions Impement window functions Module 12: Use PIVOT and grouping sets in queries Implement PIVOT in queries Implement grouping sets in queries Module 13: Use stored procedures in queries Query data with stored procedures Interact with stored procedures using input and output parameters Write simple stored procedures Pass dynamic SQL to SQL Server Module 14: Implement programming features in Transact-SQL Understand T-SQL programming elements Implement loops and conditions in T-SQL queries Module 15: Add error handling to queries Understand SQL Server error handling Implemet structured exception handling Module 16: Use transactions in queries Understand database transactions Implement transactions in T-SQL

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for existing IT professionals who have some networking knowledge and experience and are looking for a single course that provides insight into core and advanced networking technologies in Windows Server. This audience would typically include: Network administrators who are looking to reinforce existing skills and learn about new networking technology changes and functionality in Windows Server. System or Infrastructure Administrators with general networking knowledge who are looking to gain core and advanced networking knowledge and skills on Windows Server. Overview Plan and implement an IPv4 network. Implement Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). Implement IPv6. Implement Domain Name System (DNS). Implement and manage IP address management (IPAM). Plan for remote access. Implement DirectAccess. Implement virtual private networks (VPNs). Implement networking for branch offices. Configure advanced networking features. Implement Software Defined Networking. 55343A is the Community Courseware equivalent of retired Legacy Course 20741BC - Networking with Windows Server 2016. This 5-day classroom-based course provides the fundamental networking skills required to deploy and support Windows Server in most organizations. It covers IP fundamentals, remote access technologies, and more advanced content including Software Defined Networking. Although this course and the associated labs are written for Windows Server 2022, the skills taught will also be backwards compatible for Server 2016 and Server 2019. Prerequisites In addition to professional experience, students who attend this training should already have the following technical knowledge: Experience working with Windows Server Knowledge of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model Understanding of core networking infrastructure components and technologies such as cabling, routers and switches Familiarity with networking topologies and architectures such as local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs) and wireless networking Some basic knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol stack, addressing and name resolution Experience with and knowledge of virtualization Hands-on experience working with the Windows client operating systems such as Windows 10 or Windows 11 1 - Planning and implementing an IPv4 network Planning IPv4 addressing Configuring an IPv4 host Managing and troubleshooting IPv4 network connectivity 2 - Implementing DHCP Overview of the DHCP server role Deploying DHCP Managing and troubleshooting DHCP 3 - Implementing IPv6 Overview of IPv6 addressing Configuring an IPv6 host Implementing IPv6 and IPv4 coexistence Transitioning from IPv4 to IPv6 4 - Implementing DNS Implementing DNS servers Configuring zones in DNS Configuring name resolution between DNS zones Configuring DNS integration with Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) Configuring advanced DNS settings 5 - Implementing and managing IPAM Overview of IPAM Deploying IPAM Managing IP address spaces by using IPAM 6 - Remote access in Windows Server Overview of remote access Implementing the Web Application Proxy 7 - Implementing DirectAccess Overview of DirectAccess Implementing DirectAccess by using the Getting Started Wizard Implementing and managing an advanced DirectAccess infrastructure 8 - Implementing VPNs Planning VPNs Implementing VPNs 9 - Implementing networking for branch offices Networking features and considerations for branch offices Implementing Distributed File System (DFS) for branch offices Implementing BranchCache for branch offices 10 - Configuring advanced networking features Overview of high performance networking features Configuring advanced Microsoft Hyper-V networking features 11 - Implementing Software Defined Networking Overview of SDN. Implementing network virtualization Implementing Network Controller

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for Information Technology (IT) Professionals who have some experience working with Windows Server and are looking for a single five-day course that covers core administration components and technologies in Windows Server. This course also helps server administrators from previous Windows Server versions to update their knowledge and skills related to Windows Server. The course is also for individuals from a service desk role who wish to transition into server maintenance. This five-day instructor-led course is designed primarily for IT professionals who have some experience with Windows Server. It is designed for professionals who will be responsible for managing identity, networking, storage and compute by using Windows Server, and who need to understand the scenarios, requirements, and options that are available and applicable to Windows Server. The course teaches IT professionals the fundamental administration skills required to deploy and support Windows Server in most organizations. Module 1: Windows Server Administration Overview  Introducing Windows Server Windows Server Core Overview Windows Server administration principles and tools overview Module 2: Identity Services in Windows Server  AD DS Overview Deploying Windows Server domain controllers Azure AD overview Implementing Group Policy Active Directory Certificate Services overview Module 3: Network Infrastructure services in Windows Server  Deploying and managing DHCP Deploying and managing DNS service Deploying and managing IPAM Remote Access Services in Windows Server Module 4: File Servers and Storage management in Windows Server  Volumes and File Systems in Windows Server Implementing sharing in Windows Server Implementing Storage Spaces in Windows Server Implementing Data Deduplication Implementing iSCSI Deploying Distributed File System Module 5: Hyper-V virtualization and containers in Windows Server  Hyper-V in Windows Server Configuring VMs Securing virtualization in Windows Server Containers in Windows Server Overview of Kubernetes Module 6: High Availability in Windows Server Planning for failover clustering implementation Creating and configuring failover cluster Overview of stretch clusters High availability and disaster recovery solutions with Hyper-V VMs Module 7: Disaster recovery in Windows Server Hyper-V Replica Backup and restore infrastructure in Windows Server Module 8: Windows Server security Credentials and privileged access protection Hardening Windows Server JEA in Windows Server Securing and analyzing SMB traffic Windows Server update management Module 9: RDS in Windows Server Overview of RDS Configuring a session-based desktop deployment Overview of personal and pooled virtual desktops Module 10: Remote access and web services in Windows Server Implementing VPNs Implementing Always On VPN Implementing NPS Implementing Web Server in Windows Server Module 11: Server and performance monitoring in Windows Server  Overview of Windows Server monitoring tools Using Performance Monitor Monitoring event logs for troubleshooting Module 12: Upgrade and migration in Windows Server AD DS migration Storage Migration Service Windows Server migration tools Additional course details: Nexus Humans 55371 Windows Server Administration training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the 55371 Windows Server Administration course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for IT professionals who have some experience working with Windows Server, and who are looking for a single five-day course that covers storage and compute technologies in Windows Server. This course will help them update their knowledge and skills related to storage and compute for Windows Server. Overview Prepare and install Windows Server and plan a server upgrade and migration strategy. Describe the various storage options, including partition table formats, basic and dynamic disks, file systems, virtual hard disks, and drive hardware, and explain how to manage disks and volumes. Describe enterprise storage solutions, and select the appropriate solution for a given situation. Implement and manage Storage Spaces and Data Deduplication. Install and configure Microsoft Hyper-V, and configure virtual machines. Deploy, configure, and manage Windows and Hyper-V containers. Describe the high availability and disaster recovery technologies in Windows Server. Plan, create, and manage a failover cluster. Implement failover clustering for Hyper-V virtual machines. Configure a Network Load Balancing (NLB) cluster, and plan for an NLB implementation. Create and manage deployment images. Manage, monitor, and maintain virtual machine installations. This five-day course is designed primarily for IT professionals who have some experience with Windows Server. It is designed for professionals who will be responsible for managing storage and compute by using Windows Server, and who need to understand the scenarios, requirements, and storage and compute options that are available and applicable to Windows Server. Although this course and the associated labs are written for Windows Server 2022, the skills taught will also be backwards compatible for Server 2016 and Server 2019. The course and labs also focus on how to administer Windows Server using not only the traditional tools such as PowerShell and Server manager, but also Windows Admin Center. Prerequisites A basic understanding of networking fundamentals. An awareness and understanding of security best practices. An understanding of basic Active Directory concepts. Basic knowledge of server hardware. Experience supporting and configuring Windows client operating systems such as Windows 10 or Windows 11. 1 - Installing, upgrading, and migrating servers and workloads Introducing Windows Server Preparing and installing Server Core Preparing for upgrades and migrations Migrating server roles and workloads Windows Server activation models 2 - Configuring local storage Managing disks in Windows Server Managing volumes in Windows Server 3 - Implementing enterprise storage solutions Overview of DAS, NAS, and SANs Comparing Fibre Channel, iSCSI, and Fibre Channel over Ethernet Understanding iSNS, DCB, and MPIO Configuring sharing in Windows Server 4 - Implementing Storage Spaces and Data Deduplication Implementing Storage Spaces Managing Storage Spaces Implementing Data Deduplication 5 - Installing and configuring Hyper-V and virtual machines Overview of Hyper-V Installing Hyper-V Configuring storage on Hyper-V host servers Configuring networking on Hyper-V host servers Configuring Hyper-V virtual machines Managing virtual machines 6 - Deploying and managing containers Overview of containers in Windows Server Deploying Windows Server and Hyper-V containers Installing, configuring, and managing containers by using Docker 7 - High availability and disaster recovery Defining levels of availability Planning high availability and disaster recovery solutions with Hyper-V virtual machines Backing up and restoring by using Windows Server Backup High availability with failover clustering in Windows Server 8 - Implementing failover clustering Planning a failover cluster Creating and configuring a new failover cluster Maintaining a failover cluster Troubleshooting a failover cluster Implementing site high availability with stretch clustering 9 - Implementing failover clustering with Windows Server Hyper-V Overview of the integration of Hyper-V with failover clustering Implementing Hyper-V VMs on failover clusters Key features for VMs in a clustered environment 10 - Implementing Network Load Balancing Overview of NLB Configuring an NLB cluster Planning an NLB implementation 11 - Creating and managing deployment images Introduction to deployment images Creating and managing deployment images by using MDT Virtual machine environments for different workloads 12 - Managing, monitoring, and maintaining virtual machine installations WSUS overview and deployment options Update management process with WSUS Overview of Windows PowerShell DSC Overview of Windows Server monitoring tools Using Performance Monitor Monitoring event logs