Windows Server Role Migration and Modernization

Upgrading your infrastructure does not have to mean starting from scratch or risking critical downtime. This text-only course guides you through the foundational concepts of Windows Server migration, teaching you how to plan, execute, and verify the transfer of critical services. You will start by learning key terminology, basic concepts, and foundational definitions of server roles. From there, you will learn to use command-line tools and native utilities to ensure a seamless transition with minimal disruption. What you'll learn: 1. Understand core migration terminology, pre-requisites, and planning strategies. 2. Install and configure Windows Server Migration Tools for command-line efficiency. 3. Migrate common server roles including DHCP, DNS, and file services. 4. Implement PowerShell cmdlets to automate and validate migration tasks. 5. Apply security best practices to protect data integrity during transitions. 6. Explore modern hybrid integration options for modernizing server infrastructure. You will start with foundational definitions, terminology, and setup, before moving on to step-by-step written walkthroughs of migrating specific roles. This course is designed for junior system administrators, IT support professionals, and beginners looking to build practical server management skills. No prior migration experience is required. Start reading today to confidently manage your next server upgrade.