MOC 6420B Fundamentals of Windows Server 2008

    

Summary:
The purpose of this course is to teach students the basic fundamentals of networking, security, and server administration with Windows Server 2008. It is intended to provide the foundational knowledge needed to prepare for the Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) exams and begin building a career in Microsoft technologies.

Duration:
5 Days/Lecture & Lab

Audience:
Candidates for this course are seeking to gain fundamental knowledge and skills around security, networking, and administration in Windows Server 2008 R2. It can apply to home computer users, academic, information workers, developers, or help desk technicians wishing to begin a new skills path or up-skill to Windows Server technologies. It is for candidates wishing to prepare for the Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) certification in Windows Server 2008. Candidates for this course may also include IT Pros with skills within other IT areas or operating systems (such as Linux) who wish to gain an insight into Windows Server.

Topics:

• Understanding Network Infrastructure
• Connecting Network Components
• Implementing TCP/IP
• Implementing Storage in Windows Server
• Installing and Configuring Windows Server
• Windows Server Roles
• Implementing Active Directory Domain Services
• Implementing IT Security Layers
• Implementing Windows Server Security
• Implementing Network Security
• Implementing Security Software
• Monitoring Server Performance
• Maintaining Windows Server
• Implementing Virtualization

Prerequisites:
-A good fundamental knowledge of general computing equivalent with the CompTIA A+ Certification-An ability to understand basic security, networking and administration concepts-Some previous knowledge and experience with desktop operating systems, although this is not mandatoryNote: No programming skills are required, although some experience and knowledge of scripting technologies would be advantageous.

Last Update: February 8, 2012