Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration
Aim
The Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration course aims to give IT professionals and other interested parties an in-depth understanding of Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure. This includes managing a network of multiple servers utilising:
- DHCP
- DNS
- Remote Access
- Network Security
- File and Print Serves
- Maintaining and updating a Microsoft network infrastructure
The course cost is £280 per student.
Objectives
The objective of the course is to prepare students for the Microsoft 70-642 Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration professional examination. Students will generally but not always come from the following areas:
- Individuals entering the IT industry
- Individuals seeking a career change
- Experienced IT professionals who support other network operating systems and now intend to support Microsoft Server products
- Current support professionals wishing to update their skills
- Senior support professionals responsible for the planning, design, implementation, maintenance or management of a network infrastructure wanting to understand how to incorporate Microsoft products into their networks.
Course Content
The course content includes:
- An introduction to Networking Concepts
- Installing Windows Server 2008
- Configuring and Managing DHCP
- Installing and Managing DNS
- Configuring Remote Access (RRAS) and Wireless Networking, File Service Configuration
- Print Services Configuration, Maintaining and Updating Windows Server 2008
- Securing Data Transmission and Authentication
- Maintaining Network Health
- Maintaining Windows Server 2008 File Services.
Assessment
The course is externally assessed through Thomson Prometric, the organisation which administers the official Microsoft Examinations.
Entry Requirements
Prospective students should have a basic knowledge of a server operating system. This course is challenging and requires a considerable amount of commitment on behalf of the student.
