Microsoft Certified Solution Windows Server

The Microsoft Certified Solutions Windows Server certification is designed for IT professionals who want to demonstrate their expertise in deploying, managing, and maintaining Windows Server environments.

Here's a detailed breakdown of the certification:

Target Audience:

• IT professionals


• System administrators


• Network administrators


• Those responsible for deploying and managing Windows Server environments

Prerequisites:

Candidates should have a solid understanding of Windows Server operating systems and experience working with Windows Server environments.

Skills Measured:

The certification validates the following skills and knowledge areas:

1. Installing and Configuring Windows Server: This includes installing Windows Server, configuring server roles and features, and implementing storage solutions.


2. Implementing Hyper-V: This involves deploying and managing virtual machines using Hyper-V, configuring virtual machine settings, and implementing virtual networking.


3. Implementing Remote Access: This covers implementing VPN and DirectAccess solutions, configuring network policies, and implementing network access protection.


4. Implementing Active Directory: This includes deploying and managing Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), implementing Group Policy, and managing user and service accounts.


5. Implementing Network Services: This involves implementing DNS, DHCP, and IPAM solutions, as well as implementing and managing DFS and BranchCache.


6. Implementing File and Print Services: This covers implementing and managing file and print services, implementing DFS namespaces and replication, and configuring file access auditing.


7. Implementing Group Policy: This includes designing and implementing Group Policy objects (GPOs), managing GPOs, and configuring Group Policy processing and settings.


8. Implementing Server Security: This involves implementing server hardening solutions, configuring Windows Firewall, and implementing encryption and advanced auditing.

Overall, the Microsoft Certified Solutions Windows Server certification validates proficiency in deploying, managing, and maintaining Windows Server environments, making certified professionals valuable assets to organizations relying on Windows Server technology.