Microsoft Teams Voice Engineer: Optimize Network Performance from Pluralsight

Deploying Microsoft Teams Phone System requires network planning and validation for the best experience. This course will teach you how to plan and configure your network for Microsoft Teams voice traffic using tools available from Microsoft.

Microsoft Teams Phone System requires more than enabling licenses and configuring calling policies. Teams needs a stable network connection to provide the best possible experience, which requires planning and validation of your network design. In this course, Microsoft Teams Voice Engineer: Optimize Network Performance, you’ll learn how to optimize your network for Microsoft Teams Phone System. First, you’ll explore how to determine network readiness by estimating Teams traffic requirements using the Network Planner and other analysis tools. Next, you’ll learn about different methods for handling Teams traffic on VPNs and prioritizing traffic using QoS policies. Finally, you’ll discover how to configure your network topology in the Microsoft Teams service. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of optimizing network performance to plan and deploy Microsoft Teams Phone System to you organization.

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Syllabus

Course Overview

Designing Network Infrastructure

Configuring VPN and QoS Network Optimizations

Implementing Network Topology

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Know what's good

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Course predominantly focuses on network-related aspects of Teams Phone System, enhancing its relevance for network engineers and telecom professionals

Leverages tools from Microsoft for network planning and analysis, providing practical insights for real-world scenarios

Taught by Jeff Brown, an experienced Microsoft Teams Voice Engineer, ensuring industry-standard expertise

Covers essential topics such as VPN, QoS, and network topology, providing a comprehensive understanding of network optimization for Microsoft Teams Phone System

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Microsoft Teams Voice Engineer: Optimize Network Performance with these activities:

Review previous networking and network security courses or materials

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Refresh foundational knowledge in networking and network security to support understanding of Microsoft Teams Phone System concepts.

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Review course notes or textbooks from previous networking or network security courses.
Complete practice questions or online quizzes to assess knowledge retention.
Attend refresher workshops or webinars on networking fundamentals.

Organize and review course materials

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Enhance retention and preparation by organizing and reviewing course materials, including notes, assignments, and quizzes.

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Review lecture notes and identify key concepts.
Organize notes and assignments into a logical structure.
Complete practice questions and review quiz results to assess understanding.

Participate in peer study groups or discussion forums

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Enhance understanding and broaden perspectives by engaging in discussions and exchanging ideas with peers.

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Identify and join study groups or online discussion forums related to Microsoft Teams Phone System.
Participate actively in discussions, asking questions and sharing insights.
Collaborate on projects or assignments with peers.

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Follow guided tutorials on Microsoft Teams QoS policies

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Enhance understanding of QoS policies by following step-by-step tutorials provided by Microsoft or other reliable sources.

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Locate relevant tutorials on QoS policies for Microsoft Teams.
Follow the instructions provided in the tutorials.
Test the implementation of QoS policies in a lab environment.

Practice problem-solving

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Reinforce understanding of network planning and validation concepts by solving practice problems related to Microsoft Teams Phone System.

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Review course materials on network planning and validation for Teams Phone System.
Attempt practice problems provided by the instructor or from online resources.
Compare solutions with provided answer keys or discuss with classmates.

Compile a resource library on Microsoft Teams Phone System

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Expand knowledge base and facilitate future reference by compiling a comprehensive collection of resources on Microsoft Teams Phone System.

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Search and identify relevant articles, documentation, tutorials, and videos.
Organize and categorize the resources in a central location, such as a shared drive or online repository.
Provide annotations or summaries to enhance understanding and context.

Develop a network design plan for Microsoft Teams Phone System

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Apply knowledge of network planning and validation by creating a comprehensive design plan for implementing Microsoft Teams Phone System.

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Gather requirements and analyze existing network infrastructure.
Design a network topology that meets Teams Phone System requirements.
Document the design plan, including network configuration details.
Review and refine the design plan with feedback from peers or the instructor.

Implement a Microsoft Teams Phone System solution in a lab or test environment

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Gain hands-on experience and solidify understanding by implementing Microsoft Teams Phone System in a controlled environment.

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Set up a lab or test environment with the necessary infrastructure.
Configure and deploy Microsoft Teams Phone System components.
Test and troubleshoot the implementation to ensure proper functionality.
Document and share the implementation experience with peers or the instructor.

Career center

Learners who complete Microsoft Teams Voice Engineer: Optimize Network Performance will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Network Administrator

Network Administrators manage and maintain computer networks, including network infrastructure. This course teaches you how to plan and configure your network for Microsoft Teams voice traffic using tools available from Microsoft, which will help you succeed as a Network Administrator.

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Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects design and manage cloud computing systems, including network infrastructure. This course teaches you how to plan and configure your network for Microsoft Teams voice traffic using tools available from Microsoft, which will help you succeed as a Cloud Architect.

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IT Manager

IT Managers oversee the planning and implementation of IT systems, including network infrastructure. This course teaches you how to plan and configure your network for Microsoft Teams voice traffic using tools available from Microsoft, which will help you succeed as an IT Manager.

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Network Engineer

Network Engineers design, implement, and maintain computer networks, including network infrastructure. This course teaches you how to plan and configure your network for Microsoft Teams voice traffic using tools available from Microsoft, which will help you succeed as a Network Engineer.

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Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators manage and maintain computer systems, including network infrastructure. This course teaches you how to plan and configure your network for Microsoft Teams voice traffic using tools available from Microsoft, which will help you succeed as a Systems Administrator.

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Network Architect

Network Architects design and manage network infrastructure. This course teaches you how to plan and configure your network for Microsoft Teams voice traffic using tools available from Microsoft, which will help you succeed as a Network Architect.

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VoIP Engineer

VoIP Engineers design and manage VoIP systems, including network infrastructure. This course teaches you how to plan and configure your network for Microsoft Teams voice traffic using tools available from Microsoft, which will help you succeed as a VoIP Engineer.

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Microsoft Teams Administrator

Microsoft Teams Administrators manage and maintain Microsoft Teams systems, including network infrastructure. This course teaches you how to plan and configure your network for Microsoft Teams voice traffic using tools available from Microsoft, which will help you succeed as a Microsoft Teams Administrator.

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Telecommunications Engineer

Telecommunications Engineers design and manage telecommunications systems, including network infrastructure. This course teaches you how to plan and configure your network for Microsoft Teams voice traffic using tools available from Microsoft, which may be useful for a Telecommunications Engineer.

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Computer Network Architect

Computer Network Architects design and manage computer networks, including network infrastructure. This course teaches you how to plan and configure your network for Microsoft Teams voice traffic using tools available from Microsoft, which may be useful for a Computer Network Architect.

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Network Operations Engineer

Network Operations Engineers manage and maintain network infrastructure. This course teaches you how to plan and configure your network for Microsoft Teams voice traffic using tools available from Microsoft, which may be useful for a Network Operations Engineer.

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Network Support Engineer

Network Support Engineers provide technical support for network infrastructure. This course teaches you how to plan and configure your network for Microsoft Teams voice traffic using tools available from Microsoft, which may be useful for a Network Support Engineer.

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IT Support Specialist

IT Support Specialists provide technical support to users, including network support. This course teaches you how to plan and configure your network for Microsoft Teams voice traffic using tools available from Microsoft, which may be useful for an IT Support Specialist.

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Network Security Engineer

Network Security Engineers design and manage network security systems, including network infrastructure. This course teaches you how to plan and configure your network for Microsoft Teams voice traffic using tools available from Microsoft, which may be useful for a Network Security Engineer.

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Data Center Technician

Data Center Technicians maintain and repair data centers, including network infrastructure. This course teaches you how to plan and configure your network for Microsoft Teams voice traffic using tools available from Microsoft, which may be useful for a Data Center Technician.

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