What this book covers
Chapter 1, Getting Started with Windows Server, introduces Windows Server. At the beginning of this chapter, there is a recap of the most fundamental concepts of computer networks. This chapter is organized into two parts, where each attempts to provide a concise yet complete description of the basic concepts of computer networks. In addition, definitions of key terms such as hosts, nodes, peer-to-peer, and clients/servers are covered in the Computer network overview section.
Chapter 2, Introducing Windows Server 2022, introduces you to Windows Server 2022. Windows Server 2022 is developed by Microsoft as part of the Windows NT family of operating systems and concurrently with Windows 10 version 21H2. The Windows Server overview section uncovers the essentials of Windows Server 2022. In addition, it outlines the various Windows Server 2022 editions and compares Windows Server 2022 to Windows Server 2019 with a focus on what is new in Windows Server 2022.
Chapter 3, Installing Windows Server 2022, provides detailed instructions for installing Windows Server 2022. The step-by-step instructions, driven by easy-to-understand graphics, show you how to master the installation of Windows Server 2022. You will quickly learn the installation process without hitting any obstacles. This chapter is an excellent collection of how-to tips and provides information on getting the job done efficiently.
Chapter 4, Post-Installation Tasks in Windows Server 2022, explains the steps required during the post-installation stage, including managing devices and device drivers, checking the registry and status of services, and taking care of the initial server configuration. This chapter is divided into three parts. Each topic is accompanied by step-by-step instructions driven by targeted, easy-to-understand graphics.
Chapter 5, Directory Services in Windows Server 2022, introduces you to directory services. Now that you have learned how to install Windows Server 2022 and run the initial server configuration, it is time to set up the first services in your organization’s IT infrastructure. With that in mind, this chapter explains directory services. Additionally, you will become familiar with Organizational Units (OUs), default containers, user accounts, and groups to organize your domain’s user and computer accounts.
Chapter 6, Adding Roles to Windows Server 2022, explains what a role is and the importance of roles in determining the server’s function when providing network services. You will also know all the parts and features that Windows Server 2022 supports. Finally, you will learn how to add roles to the server and the requirements after adding functions so that you can set up client/server network services whenever required.
Chapter 7, Group Policy in Windows Server 2022, helps you understand Group Policy (GP) in Windows Server. You will learn about GP processing, become familiar with the GP Management Console, learn about computer and user policies, and learn about local procedures when your server is not part of a domain. At the same time, you will learn the steps involved in configuring computer and user policies in a domain-based network.
Chapter 8, Virtualization with Windows Server 2022, teaches you virtualization concepts and familiarizes you with Hyper-V software, enabling the virtualization of Windows-based servers. You will discover the steps to add the Hyper-V role to your server, familiarize yourself with Hyper-V Manager, and learn the steps it takes to create virtual machines. That way, you will understand what virtualization is and how you can enable the Hyper-V role and create virtual machines.
Chapter 9, Storing Data in Windows Server 2022, explains storage technologies. As well as understanding storage technologies in general, you will learn about various related topics. These include physical interfaces and disk controllers. We will also explore how data is stored in a medium, the types of storage systems used in network environments, and various storage protocols. Additionally, you will get to know the concepts and types of RAID.
Chapter 10, Tuning and Maintaining Windows Server 2022, covers the best practices and considerations for server hardware. By understanding the importance of a server’s role in a computer network and learning about each component, we can be vigilant when selecting server hardware. In addition to this, this chapter teaches you server performance monitoring methodologies and procedures. Performance monitoring will help you identify the cause of server performance issues early on.
Chapter 11, Updating and Troubleshooting Windows Server 2022, outlines the server startup process; advanced boot options and Safe Mode; backup and restore; the disaster recovery plan; and how to update the operating system, hardware, and software. Event Viewer is also mentioned, which will help you monitor different logs in your system, thus helping you troubleshoot and solve problems. In this way, you will be able to minimize downtime, expressed as money lost from a business point of view.
Chapter 12, Preparing for Microsoft Certifications, offers an overview of the Microsoft certifications, including a look at the skills measured in the exam. Additionally, this chapter explains the role-based Microsoft certifications and how to register for the exam. Furthermore, you will find valuable resources to help you gather as much information as possible about the exam in general, discover what it takes to pass it, and, by doing so, launch a successful career.
Assessments provides you with answers to the chapter questions. In addition, many questions accompany each chapter to help you reinforce the concepts and definitions. With this appendix, you can check your answers to those questions.