Event Review: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Features and Deployment (Session ITPROADD-308)

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Session Outline

This session covers the new features and concepts introduced to Active Directory with the introduction of Windows Server 2008. The session will introduce some of the key concepts that you need to understand before introducing Windows Server 2008 into your AD DS infrastructure. We will spend some time exploring how to implement and administer these new features. When planning how to deploy Windows Server 2008 into a new forest or into your existing forest, there are some area that need to be focused on. We will discuss how to position Windows Server 2008 servers to gain the maximum impact in security, availability, and manageability. The session will also explore the features and benefits of the new installation options available with the Windows Server 2008 operating system. By deploying Read-Only Domain Controllers and Server Core Domain Controllers, you can significantly improve server security and minimize the attack surface of your most important server roles.

Session Agenda

• Active Directory Server Roles
  
• Active Directory Deployment Considerations
  
• Special Active Directory Installation Scenarios
  

Session Media

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	Demo: Exploring Server Features In this demonstration, we'll explore some of the basic Active Directory management from the Windows Server 2008 Server Manager console.   Play online | Download
	Demo: Exploring the Server Manager Console In this demonstration, we'll explore the rest of the features available in the Server Manager Console to see how server management is now easier. We'll also see how to use the Server Manager wizards to install additional server roles.   Play online | Download
	Demo: Preparing for RODC Deployment Before deploying a Read-Only Domain Controller in your network, you must ensure your infrastructure meets certain prerequisites. In this demonstration, we'll make sure that we've met all of the prerequisites, and we'll install Active Directory binaries in preparation for the server's promotion to the Domain Controller role.   Play online | Download
	Demo: Deploying and Administering the Read-Only Domain Controller In this demonstration, we'll complete the installation of the Active Directory Domain Services and then promote the server to become a fully functional domain controller in the Contoso.com domain.   Play online | Download
	Demo: Managing the Server Core DC In this demonstration, we'll see how to manage the Server Core installation of Windows Server 2008 from the command prompt, from a base installation to the installation of the AD DS Domain Controller server role.   Play online | Download

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Microsoft Press Books

• Windows Server 2008 Administrator's Companion
  

  Summary: The in-depth, one-volume guide to planning, deploying, and maintaining Windows Server 2008. This comprehensive, one-volume guide delivers the details you need to successfully plan, deploy, administer, and support Windows Server 2008.

• Windows Server 2008 Security Resource Kit
  

  Summary: Definitive resource for administering security features in Windows Server 2008 from the experts. Get the definitive reference for planning and implementing security features in Windows Server 2008 with expert insights from Microsoft Most Valuable Professionals (MVPs) and the Windows Server Security Team at Microsoft.

• Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Resource Kit
  

  Summary: The definitive resource for administering Active Directory direct from the experts. Get the definitive reference for designing, deploying, and maintaining Active Directory in an enterprise environment.

• Windows Server 2008 Administrator's Pocket Consultant
  

  Summary: The practical, portable guide to administering Windows Server 2008. Here's the practical, pocket-sized reference for IT professionals who administer and support Windows Server 2008.

• Introducing Windows Server 2008
  

  Summary: Get a jump on evaluating Window Server 2008 with technical insights from Windows Server team. This practical introduction delivers real-world implementation scenarios and pragmatic advice for administering Windows Server in the enterprise.

• MCITP Self-Paced Training Kit (Exams 70-640, 70-642, 70-646): Windows Server 2008 Administrator Core Requirements
  

  Summary: All-in-one exam prep for the skills measured by the MCITP: Windows Server 2008 Administrator certification. Get in-depth training and practice with the skills measured by the core exams for Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Windows Server 2008 Administrator certification all in one box!

Training and Certification

• Collection 5934: Introducing Microsoft Windows Server Code Name 2008 (Beta 3)
  

  Summary: In this online collection composed of four clinics, you are introduced to the new features and functionality in Windows Server 2008. This includes server virtualization, security and policy management, branch office management, centralized application access, and server management. This online collection is composed of a rich multimedia experience.

• First Look: Getting Started with Server Management in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3): Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: This 90 minute clinic provides in-depth knowledge on the following Windows Server 2008 Server Management functionality.

• First Look: Getting Started with Server Virtualization in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3): Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: This 90 minute clinic provides in-depth knowledge of Windows Server virtualization scenarios, the features that support the scenarios, and a high-level overview of the Windows Virtualization architecture.

• First Look: Getting Started with Server Management in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3) Hands-On Lab: Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: Note: This is a companion lab for First Look Clinic 6408A: First Look: Getting Started with Server Management in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3).

• First Look: Getting Started with Server Virtualization in Windows Server Code Name 2008 Hands-On Lab: Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: This 90 minute lab provides an overview of Windows Server virtualization scenarios, the features that support the scenarios, and a high-level overview of the Windows Virtualization architecture.

• First Look: Getting Started with Branch Office Management in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3): Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: This 90 minute clinic provides in-depth knowledge on the following Windows Server 2008 Branch Office functionality.

• First Look: Getting Started with Branch Office Management in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3) Hands-On Lab: Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: Note: This is a companion lab for First Look Clinic 6402A: First Look: Getting Started with Branch Office Management in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3).

• First Look: Getting Started with Security and Policy Control in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3): Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: This 90 minute clinic provides in-depth knowledge on the following security and Policy enforcement functionality in Windows Server 2008.

• First Look: Getting Started with Security and Policy Control in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3) Hands-On Lab: Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: Note: This is a companion lab for First Look Clinic 6406A: First Look: Getting Started with Security and Policy Control in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3).