Windows 11 Desktop Administration with Server & Cloud course

Unlock Your Potential with Comprehensive Windows 11 & Microsoft Technologies Training

This isn't your typical Udemy course! Gain in-depth knowledge and practical skills with training from an experienced instructor with over 25 years in the field and thousands of students trained. As a Microsoft Certified Trainer, John Christopher delivers clear, easy-to-understand lessons, even if you're new to these technologies.

What You'll Get:

• Expert Instruction: Learn from a seasoned professional with extensive experience.
• Hands-on Practice: Instructor-led exercises and simulations allow you to apply what you learn – even with minimal prior experience.
• Real-World Relevance: Master essential skills for today's IT landscape.
• Certificate of Completion: Demonstrate your newfound expertise.

Course Curriculum:

I. Microsoft Environment Foundations

• Introduction: Get started with the course and understand the key concepts.
• Understanding the Microsoft Environment: A foundational overview of Microsoft technologies.
• Active Directory (AD) Domains: Learn the fundamentals of Active Directory domain structure.
• RAS, DMZ, and Virtualization: Explore the concepts of Remote Access, Demilitarized Zones, and Virtualization.
• Microsoft Cloud Services: Discover the power of Microsoft's cloud offerings.
  • Important Note: Azure AD is being renamed! Stay up-to-date with the latest changes.

II. Windows 11 Deployment & Management

• Setting up for Hands-on: Prepare your environment for practical exercises.
• Downloading Windows Server 2022 ISO: Learn how to obtain the necessary installation files.
• Getting Hyper-V Installed on Windows: Set up Hyper-V for virtualization.
• Creating a Virtual Switch in Hyper-V: Configure virtual networking.
• Installing a Windows Server 2022 Virtual Machine: Deploy a virtual server environment.
• Downloading the Windows 11 ISO: Obtain the Windows 11 installation files.
• Installing a Windows 11 Virtual Machine: Deploy a virtual Windows 11 instance.
• Setting up a Domain Controller: Establish a domain controller for your network.
• Joining Windows 11 to a Domain: Integrate Windows 11 devices into your domain.
• Windows 11 Client Deployment Concepts: Understand different deployment strategies.
  • Deployment Tool Selection: Choose the right tool for your needs.
  • Migrate vs. Rebuild: Understand the differences between migration and rebuilding.
  • Imaging & Provisioning Strategies: Explore various imaging and provisioning methods.
  • Windows Edition Selection: Choose the appropriate Windows edition.

III. PowerShell Fundamentals

• PowerShell Remoting & WinRM: Configure PowerShell remoting for remote management.
• Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop Solutions: Explore cloud-based virtual desktop options.
• Traditional Imaging Deployment & User State Migration: Learn about traditional deployment methods.
• Important Note: Plan before you begin the imaging section!
• MDT Deployment Infrastructure: Plan and implement a Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) infrastructure.
• Creating & Managing Images (Part 1 & 2): Learn how to create and manage Windows images.
• User State Migration: Plan and configure user state migration.

IV. Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS)

• AD DS Concepts: Understand the structure of Active Directory Domains, Trees, and Forests.
• Drawing AD DS Diagrams: Visualize your domain structure.
• Forest & Domain Trusts: Configure trust relationships between domains.
• AD DS Users & Organizational Units (OUs): Manage users and groups within AD DS.
• Working with AD DS Users & OUs: Create, modify, and manage user accounts and organizational units.
• AD DS Groups: Create and manage groups for efficient administration.
• Local Administrator Password Solutions (LAPS): Implement LAPS for enhanced security.
• Group Policy Management: Manage Windows clients and servers with Group Policies.
• Group Policy Concepts: Understand the core concepts of Group Policy.
• Creating Group Policy Objects (GPOs): Design and create GPOs.
• Group Policy Preferences: Manage user and computer settings with GPO preferences.

V. Microsoft Intune for Cloud Management

• Intune Introduction: Get an overview of Microsoft Intune.
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