
Install VMware workstation from VMware.com by running as administrator, accept license, enable keyboard driver, and reboot; then activate a license or start a 30-day trial on Windows desktop or server.
Set up a lab in VMware Workstation to install Windows Server 2019 as a domain controller and a Windows 10 client, enabling hands-on practice with Active Directory and Group Policy.
Configure virtual machines for the lab by renaming the host, disabling Windows firewall, setting admin passwords, assigning static IPs, and enabling Remote Desktop to connect to Active Directory domain services.
Configure logon time restrictions in Active Directory by denying all times and allowing a window, such as 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with Fridays to Sundays blocked.
Create and link group policy objects (GPOs) in Active Directory to apply user and computer settings across domains and organizational units, and manage links and deletions.
Grant domain users administrative permissions using the Microsoft Management Console by adding the computer management snap-in and running as administrator; manage disk management and device manager, then log off.
Configure restricted group via group policy to grant local administrator rights to IT groups while protecting domain admin credentials, using gpupdate /force and careful policy application.
Apply a deny policy to domain admins to restore control panel access, while domain users remain denied; force policy update with gpupdate /force and verify the result.
Practice configuring group policy to deny log on locally or allow login for specific users on designated computers, using the deny log on locally policy and user rights assignments.
Demonstrates what happens when the first domain controller becomes unavailable, and how a second DC and DNS help logons and maintain Active Directory operations, including global catalog roles.
Connect with the instructor on LinkedIn and explore course resources, including Gns3 and eve-ng lab images, pre-built labs, and ova imports for ccna, ccnp, and cci practice.
Master Active Directory & Group Policy with Windows Server | Hands-On LAB Training for Beginners & IT Professionals
This practical Active Directory & Group Policy training course is designed for both beginners entering the IT field and experienced IT professionals who want to strengthen their Microsoft infrastructure skills using real-world LAB scenarios.
In this course, you will learn how to deploy, configure, manage, secure, and troubleshoot Active Directory environments using Windows Server 2019. You will also gain hands-on experience with Group Policy management, organizational design, domain administration, and enterprise best practices.
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What You Will Learn
Active Directory Fundamentals
Active Directory Deployment
Installing & Configuring Domain Controllers
User & Computer Account Management
Organizational Unit (OU) Design & Administration
Group Administration
Group Policy (GPO) Fundamentals
Applying & Managing Group Policies
Deploy Additional Domain Controllers
Deploy Read-Only Domain Controllers (RODC)
Configure Active Directory Sites & Services
FSMO Roles Management
Global Catalog Planning
Active Directory Trust Relationships
Forest & Domain Functional Levels
Disaster Recovery & Backup Strategies
Restoring Deleted Active Directory Objects
Securing Active Directory Environments
Real Enterprise Administration Tasks
Hands-On LAB Training
This course is heavily focused on practical LAB experience using virtualization technologies. You will build your own Active Directory environment step-by-step and practice real administrative tasks used in enterprise production networks.
All installation files, ISOs, and LAB materials are included so you can start practicing immediately without wasting time searching online.
Understanding Group Policy
Group Policy is one of the most powerful administration tools in Microsoft Active Directory environments. It allows administrators to centrally manage users, computers, security settings, desktop configurations, scripts, software deployment, and much more across the entire domain.
You will learn:
How Group Policy works
GPO Processing Order & Hierarchy
Applying GPOs to Users, Computers & OUs
Security Policies & Restrictions
Managing Workstations with GPOs
Using Group Policy Management Console (GPMC)
Troubleshooting Group Policy Issues
Using gpupdate & gpresult Commands
Real Enterprise Skills
This course is designed to provide skills that are directly applicable to real-world IT jobs and enterprise environments. Instead of only learning theory, you will gain practical experience managing Active Directory infrastructures like a real system administrator.
Course Includes
6+ Hours of Practical Video Training
Downloadable LAB Files & ISOs
Step-by-Step Active Directory Deployment
Hands-On Group Policy Configuration
Q&A Support
Valuable Resources & Links
Real Enterprise LAB Scenarios
Who This Course Is For
Beginners Interested in IT & System Administration
Windows Server Administrators
Network Engineers
Help Desk & IT Support Engineers
University Students
Anyone Preparing for Real Active Directory Administration
Requirements
Basic TCP/IP Networking Knowledge
Basic Virtualization Knowledge
VMware Workstation Recommended for LAB Practice
Why Learn Active Directory?
Active Directory remains one of the most important technologies used in enterprise environments worldwide. Companies rely heavily on Active Directory for:
User Authentication
Centralized Administration
Security Management
Group Policy Enforcement
Access Control
Infrastructure Management
Learning Active Directory and Group Policy can significantly improve your IT administration skills and help prepare you for real-world system administration roles.
Beginner-Friendly Training
This course is designed in a simple, step-by-step format so even beginners can follow along easily and build a fully functional Active Directory LAB environment from scratch.
PS: Check the Free Preview videos to learn more about the course and become familiar with my teaching style and accent.