Book Image

Windows Server 2019 Administration Fundamentals - Second Edition

By : Bekim Dauti
Book Image

Windows Server 2019 Administration Fundamentals - Second Edition

By: Bekim Dauti

Overview of this book

Windows Server 2019 is the server operating system introduced by Microsoft as part of the Windows NT family of operating systems, developed concurrently with Windows 10. This book will not only get you started with Windows Server 2019, but will also help you prepare for the MTA 98-365 exam. With step-by-step instructions and easy-to-understand graphics, you will become well-versed with the roles, features, and functions of Windows Server 2019. Starting with the installation process, upgrades, and basic configuration, you will move on to explore roles and features such as Active Directory, Hyper-V, remote access, storage, and printers. The book then takes you through maintenance and troubleshooting tasks to guide you in efficiently managing Windows Server 2019. In addition, it covers Windows Server 2019 best practices using real-world examples. Complete with questionnaires, and detailed answers at the end of the book, you can test your understanding of the concepts covered in each chapter. By the end of this book, you will be equipped with the knowledge you need to troubleshoot, update, and maintain servers so as to ensure business continuity.
Table of Contents (21 chapters)
Title Page
Dedication
Foreword

Group Policy in Windows Server 2019

So far, you have learned how to set up Windows Server 2019, including installation, post-installation tasks, and adding roles and features. In this chapter, you will learn about Group Policy (GP) in Windows Server 2019, which is advanced configuration that limits the user's ability to change settings. Then, you will get to know how GP is managed, both on a local server and on a domain controller. In addition, you will learn about Group Policy Object (GPO) configuration values, and how GPOs are processed.

In the second part of this chapter, you will get acquainted with the Local Group Policy Editor, which enables you to manage GPOs on a local server. At the same time, you will learn how to update local GPOs. Additionally, you will get a better understanding of computer and user configurations. The chapter concludes with the chapter exercise...