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Windows Server Administration Fundamentals

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Windows Server Administration Fundamentals by Crystal Panek offers a comprehensive introduction to managing Windows Server environments, tailored for those preparing for the Windows Server Administration Fundamentals MTA Certification. The book covers installation of Windows Server 2016 and extends through configuring IP settings, managing devices and storage, monitoring performance, troubleshooting, and understanding vital network services and applications, including remote access and server virtualisation.

Each chapter includes quizzes for self-assessment, ensuring readers can consolidate their knowledge before progressing. This structured approach supports IT professionals new to the industry in building a strong foundation necessary for advancing to more complex certifications.
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This book is ideal for aspiring IT professionals and beginners seeking to acquire practical skills in Windows Server administration. It is especially suited to those preparing for entry-level certification exams who need a clear, foundational understanding of server management, storage, and troubleshooting in a Windows environment.

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Did you know, 91% of hiring managers consider certification as part of their hiring requirements? IT Professionals who are new to the industry need a strong foundational understanding of the fundamentals before moving on towards more challenging technology certifications. This book covers everything you need to know about understanding how to manage Windows servers and storage, along with monitoring and troubleshooting servers. Written to the Windows Server Administration Fundamentals MTA Certification, it is a recommended entry point into IT certification.

This book covers the basics of Windows Server Administration. Each chapter closes with a quiz to make sure you can practise exam questions and test your knowledge before moving to the next section. We start by discussing what a server is and does by providing an in-depth overview, including installation of Windows Server 2016.

There are sections dedicated to the following:

  • Performing configurations and managing your Windows Server, by configuring your IP address settings and managing devices and device drivers.
  • Managing your storage, by identifying storage technologies, understanding disk structure, and using disk management tools.
  • Monitoring and troubleshooting servers, by managing information technology, and understanding performance, backups, and performing server repair.
  • Overview of popular Windows network services and applications, like understanding remote access, server virtualisation, and introducing remote administration.

IT Professionals looking to understand more about Windows Server Administration will gain the knowledge to effectively install and manage a Windows Server, including basic troubleshooting. Thanks to some troubleshooting tools and tips, it will be easier to apply the skills in real-world situations and feel confident when taking the certification.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119650652

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 December 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Sybex Inc.,U.S.

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 185.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 680g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Crystal Panek, MCP, MCP+I, MCSA, MCSE, MCTS, MCDBA designs courseware for several large IT training facilities. For over 15 years, she served as vice-president of a large IT training company where she developed training materials and courseware to help 1000โ€™s of students get through their certification exams. She has trained students and IT professionals at the MicroC, Stellacon Corporation, and the University of New Hampshire.

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