Windows Server Hybrid Administration Fundamentals

Modern IT infrastructure often blends traditional on-premises servers with flexible cloud resources. Mastering the administration of Windows Server in these hybrid environments is a critical skill for today's IT professionals. This course provides a foundational understanding of managing Windows Server hybrid core infrastructure. By completing this program, you will gain the practical knowledge required to confidently deploy, configure, and maintain server workloads in diverse IT landscapes. What you'll learn: Learn to deploy and manage Windows Server roles and features in both physical and virtualized environments. Implement and configure identity services, including Active Directory Domain Services and integration with cloud identities. Manage server workloads, storage solutions, and data replication across hybrid infrastructure. Configure advanced networking, including DNS, DHCP, IP address management, and network connectivity to cloud resources. Understand and apply disaster recovery strategies for Windows Server, including backup and restore operations. Implement security best practices, including firewalls, update management, and access control for hybrid server environments. Understand and manage Windows Server instances integrated with Azure Arc for hybrid operations. Deploy and manage containerized applications using Docker on Windows Server. The course begins with essential Windows Server concepts and progresses through practical configuration steps for identity, networking, storage, and security. Each section builds upon previous knowledge to ensure a comprehensive learning journey. This course is designed for beginners with no prior experience in Windows Server administration, as well as IT professionals looking to bridge their on-premises skills with cloud-integrated solutions. Start building your expertise in hybrid Windows Server administration today.