Windows Server 2012 R2: Server Infrastructure from Pluralsight

This course explores how to design an administrative model, design a monitoring strategy, and plan and implement automated remediation.

In this course, you'll learn how manage design considerations of user rights and built-in groups, design a delegation of administration structure for Microsoft System Center 2012 R2, delegate rights for managing private cloud using App Controller and Virtual Machine Manager, design self-service portals using System Center Service Manager, implement and optimize System Center 2012 Operations Manager management packs, plan for monitoring Active Directory, manage design considerations of monitoring servers using Audit Collection Services and System Center Global Service Monitor, performance monitoring, application monitoring, centralized monitoring and reporting, integrate System Center 2012 for automatic remediation into your existing enterprise infrastructure, create an update baseline in Virtual Machine Manager, implement a Desired Configuration Management baseline, implement Virtual Machine Manager integration with Operations Manager, configure Virtual Machine Manager to move a VM dynamically based on policy, and design and implement a Windows PowerShell Desired State Configuration solution.

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Introduction

Design an Administrative Model

Design a Monitoring Strategy

Plan and Implement Automated Remediation

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Develops both technical skills in System Center and Microsoft Azure, and soft skills in managing infrastructure

Emphasizes planning and implementing an effective monitoring strategy for system health and performance

Covers the fundamentals of designing and implementing automated remediation processes for proactive system management

Teaches industry-standard best practices for system administration and monitoring in a Microsoft environment

Taught by Greg Shields, a recognized expert in Microsoft System Center

Involves hands-on labs and interactive materials for practical application of concepts

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Learners who complete Windows Server 2012 R2: Server Infrastructure will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Database Administrator

Database Administrators manage and maintain an organization's databases. Their work includes creating and managing databases, optimizing database performance, and troubleshooting database problems. This course may be useful for Database Administrators because it provides a foundation in Windows Server 2012 R2, a widely used operating system for database hosting. The course also covers topics such as designing an administrative model, designing a monitoring strategy, and planning and implementing automated remediation, which are essential for managing databases.

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Web Developer

Web Developers design, develop, and maintain websites. Their work includes creating website content, writing code, and testing website functionality. This course may be useful for Web Developers because it provides a foundation in Windows Server 2012 R2, a widely used operating system for web hosting. The course also covers topics such as designing an administrative model, designing a monitoring strategy, and planning and implementing automated remediation, which are essential for managing web servers.

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IT Auditor

IT Auditors evaluate an organization's IT systems and processes to ensure that they are operating efficiently and securely. Their work includes reviewing IT policies and procedures, conducting security audits, and making recommendations for improvements. This course may be useful for IT Auditors because it provides a foundation in Windows Server 2012 R2, a widely used operating system for enterprise IT systems. The course also covers topics such as designing an administrative model, designing a monitoring strategy, and planning and implementing automated remediation, which are essential for managing IT audits.

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Network Administrator

Network Administrators manage and maintain an organization's computer networks, including routers, switches, and firewalls. Their work includes designing and implementing network security, monitoring network performance, and troubleshooting problems. This course may be useful for Network Administrators because it provides a foundation in Windows Server 2012 R2, a widely used operating system for enterprise networks. The course also covers topics such as designing an administrative model, designing a monitoring strategy, and planning and implementing automated remediation, which are essential for managing networks.

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Technical Support Engineer

Technical Support Engineers provide technical support to users of computer systems and software. Their work includes answering questions, troubleshooting problems, and resolving technical issues. This course may be useful for Technical Support Engineers because it provides a foundation in Windows Server 2012 R2, a widely used operating system for enterprise IT systems. The course also covers topics such as designing an administrative model, designing a monitoring strategy, and planning and implementing automated remediation, which are essential for managing technical support.

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Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects plan, design, and implement cloud computing solutions. Their work includes designing and managing cloud infrastructure, developing cloud applications, and providing guidance on cloud security and compliance. This course may be useful for Cloud Architects because it provides a foundation in Windows Server 2012 R2, a widely used cloud operating system. The course also covers topics such as designing an administrative model, designing a monitoring strategy, and planning and implementing automated remediation, which are essential for managing a cloud infrastructure.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers collaborate with software developers and IT operations teams to ensure that software is developed and deployed efficiently. Their work includes automating software builds, tests, and deployments, and monitoring software performance. This course may be useful for DevOps Engineers because it provides a foundation in Windows Server 2012 R2, a widely used operating system for enterprise IT infrastructure. The course also covers topics such as designing an administrative model, designing a monitoring strategy, and planning and implementing automated remediation, which are essential for managing software development and deployment pipelines.

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Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineers design, build, and maintain cloud computing solutions. Their work includes designing and managing cloud infrastructure, developing cloud applications, and providing guidance on cloud security and compliance. This course may be useful for Cloud Engineers because it provides a foundation in Windows Server 2012 R2, a widely used cloud operating system. The course also covers topics such as designing an administrative model, designing a monitoring strategy, and planning and implementing automated remediation, which are essential for managing cloud infrastructure.

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IT Manager

IT Managers oversee the planning, implementation, and operation of an organization's IT systems. Their work includes managing IT budgets, developing IT policies, and hiring and managing IT staff. This course may be useful for IT Managers because it provides a broad overview of Windows Server 2012 R2, a widely used operating system for enterprise IT systems. The course also covers topics such as designing an administrative model, designing a monitoring strategy, and planning and implementing automated remediation, which are essential for managing IT infrastructure.

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Network Engineer

Network Engineers design, build, and maintain computer networks. Their work includes designing and implementing network topologies, configuring network devices, and troubleshooting network problems. This course may be useful for Network Engineers because it provides a foundation in Windows Server 2012 R2, a widely used operating system for enterprise networks. The course also covers topics such as designing an administrative model, designing a monitoring strategy, and planning and implementing automated remediation, which are essential for managing networks.

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Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers design, build, and maintain computer systems, including servers, networks, and desktops. Their work includes installing and configuring software, monitoring system performance, and troubleshooting problems. This course may be useful for Systems Engineers because it provides a foundation in Windows Server 2012 R2, a widely used operating system for enterprise IT systems. The course also covers topics such as designing an administrative model, designing a monitoring strategy, and planning and implementing automated remediation, which are essential for managing computer systems.

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IT Systems Administrator

IT Systems Administrators manage and maintain an organization's computer systems, including servers, networks, and desktops. Their work includes installing and configuring software, monitoring system performance, and troubleshooting problems. This course may be useful for IT Systems Administrators because it provides a foundation in Windows Server 2012 R2, a widely used operating system for enterprise IT systems. The course also covers topics such as designing an administrative model, designing a monitoring strategy, and planning and implementing automated remediation, which are essential for managing IT systems.

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IT Security Analyst

IT Security Analysts protect an organization's computer systems and networks from security threats. Their work includes monitoring security events, detecting and responding to security breaches, and developing and implementing security policies. This course may be useful for IT Security Analysts because it provides a foundation in Windows Server 2012 R2, a widely used operating system for enterprise IT systems. The course also covers topics such as designing an administrative model, designing a monitoring strategy, and planning and implementing automated remediation, which are essential for managing IT security.

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IT Infrastructure Architect

IT Infrastructure Architects design, build, and maintain an organization's IT infrastructure. Their work includes designing and managing data centers, networks, and cloud services. This course may be useful for IT Infrastructure Architects because it provides a foundation in Windows Server 2012 R2, a widely used operating system for enterprise IT infrastructure. The course also covers topics such as designing an administrative model, designing a monitoring strategy, and planning and implementing automated remediation, which are essential for managing an IT infrastructure.

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Server Administrator

Server Administrators manage and maintain an organization's servers, including physical and virtual servers. Their work includes installing and configuring software, monitoring server performance, and troubleshooting problems. This course may be useful for Server Administrators because it provides a foundation in Windows Server 2012 R2, a widely used operating system for enterprise servers. The course also covers topics such as designing an administrative model, designing a monitoring strategy, and planning and implementing automated remediation, which are essential for managing servers.

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