Windows Server 2003

This series shows users how to install and configure Windows Server 2003 software, as well as how to install and configure Active Directory. The series covers how to install and manage print services, how to handle TCP/IP addresses, and how to set up and manage directory services, domains, and trust relationships in a Windows 2003-based environment. It discusses how to manage users and groups, including details on profiles, policies, and groups, and covers how Windows 2003 controls access to NTFS files and directories, and how to manage shares. The series concludes by covering strategies for backing up and restoring a Windows Server 2003 machine and discussing security strategies for Windows Server 2003.

Syllabus

INSTALLATION AND SETUP

Explains the hardware, software, and information prerequisites users will need in order to install Windows Server 2003. It also offers step-by-step instructions for installing Windows Server 2003 and discusses ways to resolve common post-installation issues. This section shows users how to use the Configure Your Server Wizard to configure a domain controller, routing, and remote access.

• Getting Familiar with Windows 2003
• Preparing for Installation
• Installing Windows Server 2003
• Installing from an Existing OS
• Installing Across a Network
• Handling Post-Installation Issues
• Understanding the Configure Your Server Wizard
• Configuring a Domain Controller
• IIS, WMS, Routing and Remote Access
• Working with Remote Connections

WORKING WITH ACTIVE DIRECTORY

Explains the basic concepts needed to understand Active Directory, including domains and controllers. It also shows users how to plan for and install Active Directory. This section shows users how to control domains and directories, and how to manage permissions and trusts. It also discusses ways to troubleshoot Active Directory and resolve common issues.

• Getting Familiar with Active Directory
• Understanding Domains and Controllers
• Understanding Active Directory
• Planning for Active Directory
• Installing Active Directory
• Interconnecting Domains
• Understanding Domains
• Understanding Trusts
• Controlling Domains and Directories
• Handling Directory Permissions
• Managing Trusts
• Troubleshooting Active Directory
• Resolving Common Issues

PRINTING AND IP ADDRESSING

Explains the concepts and terminology used in the Windows 2003 print model. It shows users how to add and share a network printer, how to manage printers from anywhere on the network, and how to prevent printing problems. This section provides step-by-step instructions for configuring TCP/IP properties. It also explains how WINS, DNS, and DHCP are used for name resolution to identify network devices.

• Understanding the Windows 2003 Print Model
• Installing on the Server Side
• Managing Windows 2003-Based Printers
• Preventing Problems and Faxing
• Configuring TCP/IP
• Understanding WINS
• Understanding DNS
• Understanding DHCP
• TCP/IP Troubleshooting Tools

MANAGING USERS AND PERMISSIONS

Provides an overview of user, administrator, and guest accounts. It shows users how to create user accounts and group accounts, and how to set properties for these accounts. It also shows users how to create and enable user profiles and group policies. This section explains how to administer file shares and permissions.

• Working with User Account Properties
• Creating Active Directory Accounts
• Setting Account Properties
• Managing Groups
• Working with User Profiles
• Understanding Group Policies
• Creating a Group Policy
• Windows 2003 NTFS and Permissions
• Handling Special Permissions Situations
• Calculating Actual Permissions
• Controlling Access with Active Directory

MANAGING BACKUP AND SECURITY

Explains the various types of backups that can be performed in Windows 2003 and presents commonly-used backup technologies. It also explains how to plan a backup strategy, then shows users how to perform backups and administer the Backup Operators group. This section shows users how to set access control options for users and groups, and discusses ways to eliminate common security loopholes.

• Backup Types
• Understanding Backup Technology
• Planning Backups
• Performing Backups
• Third-Party Backup Options
• The Backup Operators Group
• Windows 2003 Security
• Service Packs and Hotfixes
• Setting Access Levels
• Plugging Security Holes

Qualifications

Qualification: Printable Transcript

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Requirements for Entry

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

Study Options

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Study Hours

This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.

The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 40 hrs.