Module 1 Understanding ADDS and installing domain controllers
This module comprehensively covers all components of AD DS, different methods for installation and considerations for deploying DCs. The new features for Server 2025 Active Directory are addressed and experienced in the hands-on environment.
Module 2 Managing ADDS Objects
This module addresses all the different objects an administrator is likely to create and manage, covers the tools that will be used either GUI based, command line and advanced tools. The module concentrates on user objects, group objects and computer objects together with why those objects are necessary.
Module 3 Multiple Domain Management
This module covers the scenarios for and issues relating to multiple domains, and multiple forests together with creation and management of the trust relationships both within and between forests.
Module 4 Understanding ADDS replication and sites
To address situations where an organisation has multiple locations, this module covers how replication works in AD DS by default and what can be done to control it together with tools that can be used for monitoring AD DS replication.
Module 5 Group Policy
This module describes in detail the components of group policy, how group policy works and how to implement a group policy structure. It also describes how to configure settings, preferences and use additional administrative templates.
Module 6 Active Directory Domain Services Security
In this module, you will learn what options exist to secure domain controllers and the accounts that are authenticated. This includes account security, password security, Group Managed Service Accounts. It also explains the concept of the Read Only Domain Controller as a secure DC installation for a branch office.
Module 7 Managing, monitoring and recovery in ADDS
This module describes how to monitor, manage and maintain AD DS to ensure a highly available solution, or a solution that can be recovered if necessary. It addresses the tools that can be used, explains AD Snapshots, database management and the recycle bin
Module 8 Understanding and configuring a Hybrid Active Directory with Microsoft Entra ID
Planning and configuring directory synchronisation for a hybrid active directory is addressed in this module. It describes configuration of Entra Connect and the possible authentication options for organisations when they have an on-premises AD DS and an Entra ID.
Module 9 Managing a Hybrid Active Directory
This unique module addresses how the hybrid environment can be managed. How Self-Service Password Reset works, understand and implement Entra Password Protection in a hybrid environment and experience Conditional Access for users and devices that exist in both locations. LAPS in Entra will also be reviewed and time will be spent comparing Group Policy with Intune for managing devices.
Exams and Assessments
There are no formal exams included in this course. Participants will complete interactive labs and knowledge checks to reinforce learning outcomes.
Hands-On Learning
This course includes:
- Hands-on labs to apply key concepts in a real-world environment.
- Guided exercises demonstrating and reinforcing configuration, setup and administration.
- Instructor-led discussions and scenarios to develop skills and understanding.
