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Windows Server Administration Fundamentals Part 1

In this course, we'll begin exploring the basics of Windows Server administration on Windows Server 2008 R2. This will include hardware components, installation, and basic management of a Windows Server.

Michael Bender - Pluralsight course - Windows Server Administration Fundamentals Part 1
by Michael Bender

What you'll learn

At the heart of all networks, we have servers, and many of those networks run on Windows. In part 1 of this 2-part course, we'll begin exploring the basics of Windows Server administration on Windows Server 2008 R2. This will include hardware components, installation, and basic management of a Windows Server. You’ll get a base foundation of knowledge in Windows Server. This course is designed for entry-level IT Pros and Developers. Some experience with Windows operating systems and networking will be helpful, but is not a requirement to be successful.

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About the author

Michael Bender - Pluralsight course - Windows Server Administration Fundamentals Part 1
Michael Bender

Michael is a six-time Microsoft Most Valuable Professional, author, technical trainer, and community leader. Having been in the IT industry since the 90's, his experiences covers the gamut of Microsoft technologies, with his main focus being Windows Server, PowerShell and cloud technologies like AWS and Azure. Along with training, he has a passion for connecting people and building community in the IT Pro space. He is the current president and a founding member of The Krewe User Groups, Inc., a world-wide networking group for IT Pros and Developers.

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