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Configure DNS and DHCP on Windows Server 2022
In this lab, you’ll practice configuring DNS and DHCP on Windows Server 2022. When you’re finished, you’ll have a server that resolves domain names and assigns IP addresses.

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Getting Started in the Lab Environment
Here are the initial instructions and explanation of the lab environment. Read this while your environment is busy creating itself from nothing. Yes, this violates physics; we know. How fun!
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Installing DNS and DHCP Server Roles
You will install and configure the DNS and DHCP server roles on Windows Server 2022. This initial setup provides the foundation for managing network name resolution and IP address allocation.
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Configuring DNS Zones and Records
You will configure DNS zones and add records, which are used for translating domain names into IP addresses. After configuring the records, you’ll test the DNS setup to ensure it’s functioning as expected.
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Configuring DHCP Scopes and Reservations
You will set up a DHCP scope to allocate IP addresses automatically to network clients and create a reservation for a specific device.
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The Last Challenge
Welcome to the final challenge! This is your last chance to experiment in the environment. Clicking Finish Lab will end this little world that flittered into existence just for you.
What's a lab?
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We will provide the credentials and environment necessary for you to practice right within your browser.
Guided walkthrough
Follow along with the author’s guided walkthrough and build something new in your provided environment!
Did you know?
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