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Windows Server 2025 Administration Essentials

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Windows Server 2025 Administration Essentials

This course is part of Windows Server 2025 Administration Fundamentals Specialization

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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6 hours to complete

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

6 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Understand core networking concepts and their application in Windows Server 2025.
Perform installation and post-installation configuration of Windows Server 2025.
Configure and manage key server roles in Windows Server 2025, including directory services.

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There are 5 modules in this course

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Windows Server 2025, from network basics to server installation and configuration. It covers essential steps for managing modern server environments and equips learners with a solid foundation in system administration.

Throughout the course, you will explore fundamental networking principles, followed by the procedures for installing and configuring Windows Server 2025. Key server roles such as directory services and server role additions will be discussed to build a solid understanding of server management. What sets this course apart is its step-by-step approach to practical applications, blending theory with real-world scenarios. Each concept is explained clearly, and demonstrations ensure that learners are well-prepared for hands-on server management. This course is ideal for IT professionals, network administrators, or anyone looking to master the basics of Windows Server 2025 administration. No prior experience with Windows Server is necessary, but familiarity with general networking concepts is recommended. This course is part one of a three-course Specialization designed to provide a comprehensive learning pathway in this subject area. While it delivers standalone value and practical skills, learners seeking a more integrated and in-depth progression may benefit from completing the full Specialization.

This module introduces the foundational concepts of computer networking and explores the essential features of Windows Server 2025. Learners will gain an understanding of network types, architectures, and the evolution of Windows Server, including its key differences from previous versions. By the end, you'll be equipped to recognize core networking components and the role of network operating systems in modern IT environments.

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7 readings1 assignment

7 readingsTotal 35 minutes

Introduction5 minutes
Local Area Network5 minutes
Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Network Architecture6 minutes
Getting to Know the Server4 minutes
Understanding Network Operating System3 minutes
Overview and Editions of Windows Server 20255 minutes
Key Differences Between Windows Server 2025 and Windows Server 20227 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 16 minutes

Network and Server Fundamentals Review16 minutes

This module guides learners through the process of installing Windows Server 2025, exploring various installation methods, storage options, and security features such as TPM. Learners will also compare installation scenarios, address activation and licensing, and practice migrating network services from older server versions.

What's included

1 video9 readings1 assignment

1 videoTotal 1 minute

Overview1 minute

9 readingsTotal 51 minutes

Introduction6 minutes
Overview of Storage Options8 minutes
Understanding TPM6 minutes
What Is the Boot Sector6 minutes
Installation Options for Windows Server 20256 minutes
Comparison and Scenarios6 minutes
Activation and Licensing Issues4 minutes
Performing an Installation of Windows Server 2025 Using the MDT5 minutes
Migrating Network Services from Windows Server 2012 R2 to Windows Server 20254 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 16 minutes

Windows Server 2025 Installation and Boot Process Fundamentals16 minutes

This module guides learners through the essential post-installation steps for Windows Server 2025, including device driver management, service configuration, and initial server setup for optimal performance and security. Learners will also explore organizing the Start menu, managing registry entries, and updating Server Core. By the end, participants will be equipped to efficiently configure and maintain a newly installed Windows Server environment.

What's included

1 video10 readings1 assignment

1 videoTotal 1 minute

Overview1 minute

10 readingsTotal 46 minutes

Introduction6 minutes
Grouping and Organizing Tiles5 minutes
Rolling Back Device Drivers6 minutes
Understanding Service Startup Types4 minutes
Configuring How to Recover from Service Failures4 minutes
Understanding Registry Entries, Service Accounts, and Dependencies4 minutes
Performing Initial Server Setup for Better Performance and Security4 minutes
Performing an Initial Windows Server Configuration5 minutes
Turning Off IE Enhanced Security Configuration5 minutes
Updating Windows Server 2025 Server Core Edition3 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 16 minutes

Post-Installation Server Setup and Maintenance16 minutes

This module introduces the foundational concepts and practical skills needed to manage directory services in Windows Server 2025. Learners will explore Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), DNS, organizational units, group scopes, and the process of deploying and configuring these components for secure and efficient network management.

What's included

1 video14 readings1 assignment

1 videoTotal 1 minute

Overview1 minute

14 readingsTotal 73 minutes

Introduction8 minutes
Adding and Configuring the AD DS Role5 minutes
Understanding the Forest5 minutes
Understanding the Difference Between Domains and Workgroups4 minutes
Understanding Functional Levels5 minutes
Sites Explained6 minutes
Microsoft Passport Explained5 minutes
Installing the DNS Role4 minutes
Understanding DNS Zones5 minutes
Understanding OUs5 minutes
Delegating Authority Within an OU7 minutes
Understanding Computer Accounts4 minutes
Understanding Group Scopes5 minutes
Exercise Installing the AD DS and DNS Roles and Promoting the Server to a DC5 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 16 minutes

Directory Services Fundamentals16 minutes

This module introduces the essential roles and features of Windows Server 2025, including application, database, data protection, and file servers. Learners will explore how to configure and manage these roles, understand user rights and permissions, and implement best practices for secure and efficient server operations. The module also covers remote access, printer pooling, and monitoring techniques to ensure robust IT infrastructure management.

What's included

1 video12 readings1 assignment

1 videoTotal 1 minute

Overview1 minute

12 readingsTotal 63 minutes

Introduction7 minutes
Exploring Application Server Roles and Their Implementations4 minutes
Understanding the Database Server5 minutes
Understanding the Data Protection Server6 minutes
Understanding an FTP5 minutes
Ports Overview4 minutes
Setting Up Remote Access Roles and Their Functionalities4 minutes
Explaining RDS5 minutes
Explaining App-V8 minutes
Understanding Printer Pooling4 minutes
Understanding User Rights and Permissions Management5 minutes
Monitoring File Server Activities6 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 16 minutes

Windows Server 2025 Role and Service Fundamentals16 minutes

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