Module 0: Introducing Windows Server 2003
This module explains the vision of Windows Server 2003, the four key benefits of the product, and the outline for the seminar.
* Windows Server Vision
* Windows Server 2003 Delivers
* Productivity
* Dependability
* Connectivity
* Best Economics
* Windows Server 2003 Editions
* Seminar Objectives and Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Core Functionality
This module explains the new features and capabilities of Windows Server 2003.
* Scalability Improvements
* Hardware Scalability
* Windows System Resource Manager
* Deployment Improvements
* Remote Installation Services
* Automated Deployment Services
* Application Server Improvements
* IIS 6.0
* Web Services
* Application Verification and Compatibility
* Background Intelligent Transfer Service (BITS)
* COM 1.x Enhancements
* Manageability Improvements
* Remote Desktop for Administration
* Headless Operation
* Emergency Management Services
* Backup, Recoverability and Availability Improvements
* Driver Rollback
* Volume Shadow Copy
* Shutdown Event Tracker
* SAN Support
* Cluster Enhancements
* Terminal Services Improvements
Module 2: DNS in Microsoft Windows Server 2003
This module explains the role and function of DNS and Active Directory's dependence on DNS.
* What is DNS?
* Why is DNS Critical in Windows Server 2003
* How DNS Works
* Zone Types
* Start of Authority Records
* Stub Zones
* Conditional Forwarding
* Zone Transfers
* DNS Configuration
* Creating Zones
* Configuring Client Computers
* Dynamic Updates
* DHCP Integration
* Active Directory and DNS
* DNS and WINS
* Domain Controller Locater Service
* External and Internal Namespaces
Module 3: Understanding Active Directory in Windows Server 2003
This module explains the purpose and functionality of Active Directory.
* Active Directory Basics
* Logical Structures
* "Physical" Structures
* Domain Controller Roles
* Operation Masters
* Global Catalog Servers
* Functional Levels
* Active Directory Partitions
* Default Partitions
* Application Partitions Overview
* Integrating DNS and Active Directory
* Installing Active Directory
* Using Active Directory to Control User Environments and Delegate Authority
Module 4: Group Policies in Microsoft Windows Server 2003
This module introduces and explains Group Policy.
* Introduction to Group Policy
* Implementing Group Policies
* Working with Group Policy Objects
* Group Policy Inheritance and Processing
* Administering Group Policy Objects
* Group Policy Management Console (GPMC)
* Delegating Administrative Control of Group Policy
* Using Group Policy to Manage User Environments
* Managing Security
* Managing Scripts
* Redirecting Folders
* Deploying and Managing Software
Module 5: Upgrading and Restructuring Domains to Windows Server 2003
This module explains Windows NT 4.0 Domain Migration and Upgrade procedures and tools.
* Introduction to Domain Migration
* Identifying Existing Domain Structure
* Migration from Windows NT 4.0
* Migration Options
* Choosing to Upgrade or Restructure
* Preparing for the Domain Migration
* Upgrading Strategies
* Restructuring Strategies
* Migration Tools
* Active Directory Migration Tool (ADMT)
* Other Migration Tools
* Performing the Migration
* Migrating Users, Group, Trusts, and Profiles
* Domain Migration Sequence
Module 6: Command Line and Administration Tools Enhancements in Microsoft Windows Server 2003
This module explains the administration tools and command line tools available to manage a Windows Server 2003 environment.
* Administration Tools
* Adminpak.msi
* Managing Servers Remotely
* Management Tool Strategy
* Command Line Tools
* CMD.EXE
* Top Command Line Tools
* WMI Command Line Shell
* Administrative Scripting
* Windows Script Host (WSH)
* New Windows Server WSH 5.6
Module 7: Managing File Resources
This module explains new features and capabilities in the file and disk systems as well as using Windows SharePointū Services to share information.
* Sharing and Publishing File Resources
* Implementing Volume Shadow Copy
* Backup and Restore Benefits
* Client Data Recovery
* Using Offline Files
* Creating and Using the Distributed File System
* Exploring NTFS Permissions
* Using and Managing Disk Quotas
* Windows Sharepoint Services
Module 8: Windows Server 2003 as an Application Platform: IIS 6.0
This module explains the features of the Application Server.
* Application Server Features and Roles
* Installing and Configuring the Application Server Role
* IIS 6.0 Reliability Features
* Fault Tolerant Architecture
* HTTP.sys
* Application Pools
* WWW Service
* Worker Processes
* IIS 6.0 Manageability Features
* Configuration Metabase
* Server Backup and Restore
* Software Patch Management
* Web Admin Service (WAS)
* Logging
* IIS 6.0 Performance and Scalability Features
* IIS 6.0 Security Features
* Locked Down Server by Default
* Application Isolation
* Network Service Account
* SSL and Microsoft .NET Passport Integration
* Authorization Improvements
* Web Services
Module 9: Secure Connected Infrastructure in Windows Server 2003
* Introduction to Secure Connected Infrastructure
* PKI
* Authentication Enhancements
* Smart Card Enhancements
* CmdKey
* RADIUS/IAS
* IPSec
* Virtual Private Networks
* Wireless Networking
Module 10: Where Do We Go from Here?
This module explains additional opportunities for skills development.
* Skills Path for Systems Administrators and Systems Engineers Certified in Microsoft Windows NT
Optional Modules
Appendix A: Terminal Server Enhancements in Microsoft Windows Server 2003
Appendix B: Interoperability
Terminal Services in Windows Server 2003
This module explains major improvements incorporated into Terminal Services.
* Introduction to Terminal Server
* Terminal Server Benefits
* Terminal Services Client and Server Side Features
* Terminal Services Permissions
* Enterprise Deployment: Installation and Provisioning
* Upgrading from Windows 2000
* New Group Policy Support for Terminal Services
* Licensing Models
Microsoft Windows Media Server in Windows Server 2003
This module explains the Windows Media_ Server available in Windows Server 2003.
* Introduction to Windows Media Server
Interoperability in Windows Server 2003
This module explains the opportunities available for interoperability with other network operating systems in Windows Server 2003.
* Interoperability Benefits
* Interoperability with Unix/Linux
* Interoperability with NetWare
* Interoperability with Host Based Systems
* Microsoft Metadirectory Services