Windows Server 2025 Admin – Hands-On Labs
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Windows Server 2025 Admin – Hands-On Labs
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Learn how to install and configure Windows Server 2025 for various server roles and environments.
Understand and implement core Windows Server 2025 features like DNS, DHCP, Active Directory, and IIS.
Gain hands-on experience with PowerShell to automate administrative tasks on a Windows Server.
Master monitoring and maintenance tools to ensure optimal server performance and security.
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May 2026
13 assignments
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There are 12 modules in this course
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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you will gain hands-on experience with Windows Server 2025, exploring its features and capabilities through practical lab exercises. By mastering the installation, configuration, and management of Windows Server, you'll develop the skills needed to confidently administer a modern server environment. From setting up virtualization platforms to diving into Active Directory, Hyper-V, and Remote Desktop Services, this course covers everything you need to know to manage a Windows Server 2025 environment. The course starts with an introduction to the Windows Server 2025 platform, including a deep dive into the virtualization options for setting up your lab. You’ll then proceed with installing Windows Server 2025, ensuring that your system is correctly configured for the server’s various roles. Next, we’ll cover topics like DNS, Active Directory, DHCP, IIS, and Group Policy, helping you develop the skills to implement core features for enterprise environments. Throughout the course, you will complete labs, gaining practical experience with tasks like setting up and managing servers, users, groups, and security configurations. As you progress, you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of more advanced topics like Hyper-V, storage management, PowerShell automation, and maintenance tasks. We’ll guide you through monitoring tools like Event Viewer and Performance Monitor, helping you troubleshoot issues and maintain a secure server. Towards the end, we delve into Remote Desktop Services, with a focus on configuration, user access, and security using SSL certificates. This course is perfect for IT professionals who want to deepen their understanding of Windows Server administration. It's suitable for both beginners and those looking to refresh or enhance their skills. While prior experience with basic server administration can help, it’s not mandatory. The course is hands-on, with practical lab sessions to ensure you gain the real-world skills needed for server management. By the end of the course, you will be able to install and configure Windows Server 2025, manage DNS and Active Directory, set up file servers, implement security policies, and automate tasks with PowerShell, among other key administrative tasks.
In this module, we will introduce you to the course, its objectives, and how it is structured to enhance your skills in managing Windows Server 2025. You will also explore various virtualization platforms and evaluate the best options for your lab environment.
What's included
2 videos1 reading
2 videos•Total 7 minutes
- Introduction to Course•2 minutes
- Virtualization Platforms – Let's Talk About Your Options•5 minutes
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
- Full Course Resources•10 minutes
In this module, we will explore the foundational aspects of Windows Server 2025, including its purpose and capabilities in modern IT infrastructures. You'll also dive into the new features and security enhancements introduced in this version.
What's included
2 videos1 assignment
2 videos•Total 13 minutes
- What Is Windows Server 2025?•9 minutes
- What's New in Windows Server 2025•4 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Getting Started with Windows Server 2025 - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will guide you through the installation process of Windows Server 2025, from reviewing system requirements to configuring your first-time setup. You will also prepare your virtual lab environment to get hands-on with the system.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment
4 videos•Total 24 minutes
- System Requirements•2 minutes
- Setting Up Your Lab Environment•4 minutes
- Installation of Windows Server 2025•8 minutes
- Lab: First-Time Setup and Basic Configuration•9 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Download and Installation of Windows Server 2025 - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will focus on understanding and configuring essential server roles and features, such as DNS, Active Directory, and IIS. You'll also get hands-on experience managing users and resources within your server environment.
What's included
9 videos1 assignment
9 videos•Total 85 minutes
- Understanding Roles vs. Features•7 minutes
- Lab: Install and Configure DNS & Active Directory Domain Services•18 minutes
- Lab: Create DNS Records•8 minutes
- Lab: Creating and Managing Users, Groups, and OUs•11 minutes
- Lab: Join Second Server to Domain•5 minutes
- Group Policy Basics•7 minutes
- Lab: Install and Configure DHCP Server•8 minutes
- Lab: Install the Web Server (IIS) Role•6 minutes
- Lab: Install and Configure the Remote Desktop Services•14 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Server Roles and Features - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will cover the fundamentals of Hyper-V, including its purpose in server virtualization. You’ll also learn how to install the Hyper-V role and create virtual machines to extend your server’s capabilities.
What's included
3 videos1 assignment
3 videos•Total 13 minutes
- What Is Hyper-V?•3 minutes
- Install Hyper-V Role•6 minutes
- Create a Virtual Machine in Hyper-V•4 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Hyper-V - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will guide you through managing storage resources in Windows Server 2025, focusing on volumes, disks, and storage spaces. You will also learn how to configure file servers and set security permissions to ensure controlled access.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment
4 videos•Total 28 minutes
- Understanding Volumes, Disks, and Storage Spaces•8 minutes
- Lab: Storage Spaces•8 minutes
- Lab: Installing and Configuring File Server Role•8 minutes
- Lab: Setting NTFS and Share Permissions•4 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Storage and File Services - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will introduce you to PowerShell for Windows Server administration. You’ll learn essential commands, scripting techniques, and best practices to streamline server management and automation.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment
4 videos•Total 19 minutes
- PowerShell Essentials for Server Admins•4 minutes
- Lab: Create and Run a Script to Automate User Creation•3 minutes
- Tips for Using PowerShell Effectively•6 minutes
- Visual Studio Code and PowerShell•5 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- PowerShell for Server Management - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will focus on the monitoring and maintenance of Windows Server 2025. You’ll learn how to monitor system health, manage security with Windows Firewall and virus scans, and ensure data protection through backup and restore procedures.
What's included
6 videos1 assignment
6 videos•Total 37 minutes
- Lab: Windows Updates•3 minutes
- Event Viewer and Logs•6 minutes
- Performance Monitor / Resource Monitor / Task Manager•8 minutes
- Lab: Windows Firewall•4 minutes
- Lab: Windows Virus Scan•4 minutes
- Lab: Back Up and Restore Files•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Monitoring, Maintenance & Updates - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will dive deep into Active Directory, covering the creation of users, groups, and OUs. You will also learn how to delegate control and apply GPOs to enforce security policies across your network.
What's included
7 videos1 assignment
7 videos•Total 45 minutes
- Create and Manage Organizational Units (OUs)•11 minutes
- Create and Manage User Accounts•9 minutes
- Create and Manage Security Groups•6 minutes
- Delegate Control with Delegation Wizard•5 minutes
- Configure and Apply Group Policy Objects (GPOs)•6 minutes
- GPO Password Policies•5 minutes
- Active Directory Sites and Services•3 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Active Directory - Deep Dive - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore Remote Desktop Services (RDS) in detail, covering its components and role in enabling secure remote access. You’ll get hands-on experience configuring RDS and troubleshooting common issues in your environment.
What's included
26 videos1 assignment
26 videos•Total 138 minutes
- What Is Remote Desktop Services?•9 minutes
- Use Cases and Benefits•2 minutes
- What's New in Remote Desktop Services on Windows Server 2025?•1 minute
- Remote Desktop Services - Example Architecture•4 minutes
- System Requirements for Windows Server and RDS•5 minutes
- Lab Environment Overview•2 minutes
- Setting Up Your Windows Server Lab Environment•3 minutes
- Setting Up Your Windows 10 Client Environment•2 minutes
- Installation of Windows Server 2025 - Active Directory/File Server•8 minutes
- Base Setup, AD DS and DNS Configuration•10 minutes
- File Server Base Configuration•5 minutes
- Create Users for Testing•1 minute
- Installation and Configuration of Windows 10 Test Client PC 1•10 minutes
- Installation and Configuration of Windows 10 Test Client PC 2•4 minutes
- Installation and Configuration of Windows Server 2025 - RDS Server•5 minutes
- Lab Environment Recap•1 minute
- Install Remote Desktop Services Role•10 minutes
- Configuring the RDS Collection•11 minutes
- Installing Software on an RDS Session Host•5 minutes
- Testing Our RDS Session Host•7 minutes
- Configuring Group Policy for RDS•9 minutes
- Securing RDS with SSL Certificates•3 minutes
- Using RD Gateway for Secure Remote Access•9 minutes
- RD Web Access•4 minutes
- Monitoring RDS Sessions•4 minutes
- Troubleshooting Common Issues•5 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Remote Desktop Services - Deep Dive - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will focus on setting up and managing a file server. You will learn how to install Windows Server 2025, integrate with Active Directory, and configure file sharing with proper security measures in place.
What's included
15 videos1 assignment
15 videos•Total 66 minutes
- What Is a File Server?•4 minutes
- System Requirements for Windows Server and File Server•3 minutes
- Lab Environment Overview•1 minute
- A Look at Active Directory and Client PC•2 minutes
- Build the File Server VM•2 minutes
- Installation of Windows Server 2025 - File Server•9 minutes
- File Server Base Configuration•3 minutes
- Join the Server to the Domain•2 minutes
- Overview of Roles and Features Related to File Sharing•5 minutes
- Using Windows Admin Center to Manage File Services•7 minutes
- Adding Disks to the File Server•3 minutes
- Using Storage Spaces for Redundancy•10 minutes
- Creating SMB Shares: Quick Option•6 minutes
- Create an SMB Share - Permissions•4 minutes
- The Importance of Planning File Shares and Permissions•3 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Setup a Basic File Server - Deep Dive - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will review the course highlights and explore real-world use cases for Windows Server. You will also have the opportunity to assess your skills with practice scenarios to ensure you’re ready to apply your knowledge in the field.
What's included
2 videos3 assignments
2 videos•Total 12 minutes
- How Windows Server Is Used in the World•10 minutes
- Final Thoughts and Practice Scenarios for Self-Assessment•2 minutes
3 assignments•Total 90 minutes
- Full Course Practice Assessment•15 minutes
- Course Wrap-Up - Assessment•15 minutes
- Full Course Assessment•60 minutes
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Windows Server 2025 is the latest iteration of Microsoft’s server operating system designed to manage IT infrastructure efficiently. It plays a critical role in businesses by providing various services like file sharing, DNS management, remote access, and much more. The relevance of Windows Server 2025 lies in its advanced security features, virtualization capabilities, and management tools, which are crucial for modern enterprises looking to optimize their server infrastructure.
This course is designed to provide hands-on experience with Windows Server 2025. It covers essential topics such as installation, configuration, server roles, Hyper-V, Active Directory, and Remote Desktop Services. Throughout the course, you'll gain practical skills by setting up and managing a Windows Server environment, which will help you build the necessary expertise to manage enterprise-level IT systems.
After completing this course, you will have gained the practical knowledge and skills required to manage and administer a Windows Server 2025 environment. This includes tasks like installing and configuring Windows Server, setting up Active Directory and DNS, using PowerShell for automation, managing file sharing, and implementing virtualization through Hyper-V. You'll also be proficient in troubleshooting and securing the server environment, preparing you for real-world IT administration roles.
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