The complete guide for system administrators to install, manage, secure, and squeeze return on investment from their Windows Server 2022 infrastructure

Key Features

• Design and implement Microsoft Server 2022 in an enterprise environment and use Windows Server to create secure and efficient networks
• Concentrated learning on Windows core infrastructure technologies
• Discover how to harden and secure your Windows Server infrastructure

Book Description

Written by a 10-time Microsoft MVP award winner with over 20 years of IT experience, Mastering Windows Server 2022 is a hands-on guide to administer any Windows Server environment. Whether new to the server world or working to keep your existing skills sharp, this book aims to be referenced on a regular basis instead of gathering dust on your shelf.

Updated with Server 2022 content, this book covers a wide variety of information pertaining to your role as a server administrator. We will expand upon versions and licensing models for this OS, and explore the 'single pane of glass' administration methodology by utilizing tools like Server Manager, PowerShell, and even Windows Admin Center. This book is primarily focused on Windows Server 2022 LTSC version, but follow along as we discuss the latest news for SAC server releases as this impacts Containers, Nano Server, and general OS release cadence.

This book covers a range of remote access technologies, and even teaches management of PKI and certificates. You will be empowered to virtualize your datacenter with Hyper-V, and deploy your own Remote Desktop Services "farm". Learn about Server Core, built-in redundancy, and explore troubleshooting skills. All this on top of chapters about core infrastructure technologies such as Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.

What you will learn

• Build a Windows Server from the ground up and implement your own PKI
• Manage your servers with Server Manager, PowerShell, and Windows Admin Center
• Secure your network and data with modern technologies in Windows Server 2022
• Understand containers and where Nano Server fits into the equation
• Discover new ways to integrate your datacenter with Microsoft Azure
• Virtualize your datacenter with Hyper-V
• Round out your understanding of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy
• Deploy Remote Desktop Services in your environment

Who this book is for

Anyone interested in Windows Server administration will benefit from this book. If you are proficient in Microsoft infrastructure technologies and have worked with prior versions of Windows Server, then there are some focused topics on the aspects that are brand new and only available in Server 2022. On the other hand, if you are currently in a desktop support role looking to advance, or fresh into the IT workforce, care was taken in the pages of this book to ensure that you will receive a rounded understanding of Windows Server core capabilities that translate into any environment

Table of Contents

1. Getting Started with Windows Server 2022
2. Installing and Managing Windows Server 2022
3. Active Directory
4. DNS and DHCP
5. Group Policy
6. Certificates
7. Networking with Windows Server 2022
8. Remote Access
9. Hardening and Security
10. Server Core
11. PowerShell
12. Redundancy in Windows Server 2022
13. Containers
14. Hyper-V
15. Remote Desktop Services
16. Troubleshooting

About the Author

Jordan Krause is an IT professional of more than 20 years and has received 10 Microsoft MVP awards for his work with Microsoft server and networking technologies. As one of the world's first experts on Microsoft DirectAccess, his authorship journey began with a book on remote access technology and has evolved into numerous writings on more extensive topics such as Windows Server, security, and Group Policy. Jordan lives in beautiful West Michigan (USA) and manages a team of IT engineers spread across the country.