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Getting Started with Windows Server 2025
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Rating: 4.5 out of 5(329 ratings)
1,235 students

Getting Started with Windows Server 2025

Mastering Windows Server 2025: In-Depth Training on Installation, AD DS Functional Levels, Schema Management, and more
Created byVitalii Shumylo
Last updated 6/2026
English

What you'll learn

  • Efficient Installation Procedures: Navigate the installation process of Windows Server 2025 with confidence. Acquire hands-on experience in setting up a robust
  • n-Depth Exploration of Windows Server 2025: Conduct a quick but comprehensive tour of Windows Server 2025, understanding its interface, features, and improveme
  • Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) Mastery: Grasp the intricacies of AD DS functional levels, both at the domain and forest levels. Explore the impact of
  • Practical Schema Management: Work with Windows Server 2025's schema in practical scenarios, gaining essential skills in managing and customizing the directory'
  • Hands-On Skill Development: Apply theoretical knowledge through hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios, reinforcing your understanding of the course mater

Course content

8 sections412 lectures54h 59m total length
  • Windows Server 2025 Edition Selection and Licensing6:46
  • Advanced Features in Data Center and Azure Editions6:14
  • Core-Based Licensing Models and Cost Optimization8:17
  • Knowledge Check: Edition Selection Scenarios11:46
  • Knowledge Check: Advanced Licensing Calculations and Compliance13:16
  • IT vs Finance: Server Licensing Negotiation
  • Hardware Requirements for Server 2025 Deployment6:16
  • Storage and Network Requirements Specifications3:10

    Assess storage and networking requirements for Windows Server 2025: 32 GB, 64 GB, Server Core vs Desktop Experience, PCIe storage controllers, 1 Gbps Ethernet, Secure Boot, and TPM 2.0.

  • Knowledge Check: Windows Server 2025 Hardware Requirements8:43
  • Knowledge Check: Windows Server 2025 Hardware Compatibility and Security8:43
  • Windows Server 2025 Installation Options Overview7:20
  • Administrative Framework on Installation Decision Making5:24
  • Demo: Enabling Hyper-V on Windows 10-11 Client Systems8:28
  • Demo: Creating Virtual Machines with Hyper-V Manager6:53
  • Demo: VM Configuration and Generation Settings6:20
  • Demo: Windows Server 2025 Installation: Core vs. Desktop Experience9:50
  • Demo: Running Docker and Nano Server Containers on Windows Server 20258:17
  • Demo: Windows 11 Style Interface and Start Menu Features5:23
  • Demo: Windows Terminal and Package Management with Winget5:49
  • Demo: Task Manager and File Compression Enhancements8:40
  • Knowledge Check: Core Installation Options and Nano Evolution8:49
  • Knowledge Check: Installation Permanence and Container Sizing8:20
  • RSAT and Server Manager Fundamentals on Win20255:30
  • Windows Admin Center and PowerShell Remoting3:46
  • Advanced Admin Center Features and WinRS Applications4:26

    Master Windows Admin Center for real-time server dashboard, VM, storage, and networking, plus security baselines and extensions. Use WinRS for quick remote command execution alongside PowerShell remoting.

  • RDP, Firewall and Group Policy Security for Remoting9:06
  • Demo: Windows 11 Installation and RSAT Tools Deployment Methods11:51
  • Demo: Windows Admin Center Deployment7:37
  • Knowledge Check: Remote Management Tools on Windows Server 202511:17
  • Knowledge Check: Enterprise Remote Management Deployment and Firewall Config14:39
  • PowerShell 7 Fundamentals on Windows Server 20255:43
  • PowerShell Direct and DSC Configuration5:22
  • Demo: PowerShell 7 Fundamentals and Server 2025 Environment8:04
  • Demo: PS Remoting and Execution Policies and Module Management7:21
  • Demo: Script Blocks and Multi-Command Remote Execution6:00
  • Demo: PowerShell Direct and Interactive VM Management6:26
  • Demo: System Administration Tasks and Performance Monitoring with PowerShell10:11
  • Demo: Using Desired State Configuration Basics6:45
  • Demo: Systematic Service Troubleshooting with PowerShell5:25
  • Knowledge Check: PowerShell Module and Remoting Concepts9:33
  • Knowledge Check: Multi-System PowerShell Administration5:32
  • Windows Server Evolution and Foundational Features7:00
  • Security Enhancements and Hot Patching Technology7:21
  • Azure Arc Integration and Performance Optimization7:54
  • Enhanced File Services and SMB Security Protocols4:17
  • Administrative Efficiency through Modern Management Tools4:12
  • Enterprise Features and Hardware Requirements Review4:53
  • Comprehensive Summary of Windows Server 2025 Updates4:17
  • Knowledge Check: Security Features and Azure Arc Integration in WS20259:01
  • Knowledge Check: Performance Optimization and SMB Security in WS20259:02
  • Windows Server 2025 Core Fundamentals and Management Tools9:06
  • Server Core Role Deployment and Remote Administration Methods9:20
  • Demo: Configuring Windows Server 2025 Core with SConfig12:23
  • Knowledge Check: Core Features and Administrative Interface Usage9:54
  • Knowledge Check: Application Limitations and Installation Planning on Core11:22
  • Windows Server 2025 Installation Options Analysis on Core vs Desktop Experience10:41
  • Application Compatibility and Management Framework on Server Core vs Desktop Exp10:22
  • Knowledge Check: Windows Server 2025 Installation Types and Configuration12:57
  • Windows Server 2025 Installation Process and Prerequisites6:57
  • Server 2025 Installation Process and Initial Configuration4:36
  • Post-Installation Tasks and Windows Server 2025 Features6:38
  • Virtual Machine Deployment with Hyper-V and Best Practices5:13
  • Hyper-V Setup and Windows Installation Media Preparation4:05
  • Hyper-V Feature Configuration and Virtual Switch Setup8:18
  • Virtual Machine Creation and Windows Installation Process8:17
  • VM Post-Installation Tasks and Integration Services6:00
  • Knowledge Check: Hardware Requirements and Memory Planning for Hyper-V7:38
  • Knowledge Check: Installation Media Strategies and Hyper-V Role Deployment7:43
  • Knowledge Check: Virtual Machine Generation Selection and UEFI Security4:54
  • Knowledge Check: TPM and Secure Boot Configuration with Dynamic Memory Optimize10:21
  • Desktop Virtualization Solutions and Platform Comparison4:57
  • Enterprise Hypervisors and VMware Alternatives Analysis6:21
  • Cloud-Based Labs and Nested Virtualization Technologies3:43
  • Container Technologies and Modern Lab Infrastructure3:05
  • Specialized Virtualization Platforms and Niche Solutions4:12
  • Hypervisor Performance Analysis and Resource Optimization3:35
  • Virtualization Cost Analysis and Licensing Considerations3:21
  • Post-Installation Fundamentals and Administrative Checklist for Server 20254:21
  • SConfig Tool Usage and Modern Administrative Enhancements in Server Core Manage5:12
  • Security Baselines and Windows Admin Center Implementation Strategies7:09
  • Domain Integration and Role Deployment for Enterprise Server Infrastructure3:50
  • Security Configuration and Update Management Systems for Production Environments3:46
  • Remote Management Configuration and Performance Monitoring Tools Implementation4:11
  • Troubleshooting Common Issues and Configuration Challenges Resolution Methods4:24
  • Knowledge Check: Windows Server 2025 Post-Installation Tasks11:08
  • Windows Server 2025 Deployment Strategies and Upgrade Paths7:12
  • Migration Tools and Cross-Subnet Server Transitions5:22
  • Infrastructure Decision Framework and Hybrid Approaches5:36
  • Knowledge Check: Legacy System Upgrade Limitations9:38
  • Knowledge Check: Migration Tools and Hardware Requirements10:04

Requirements

  • Enthusiasm and a proactive attitude toward learning new technologies and gaining practical skills in Windows Server 2025.

Description

Welcome to our comprehensive course on Windows Server 2025! This program is designed for IT professionals, system administrators, and anyone eager to dive into the latest advancements in Windows Server technology. Let's take a sneak peek at what each section has in store for you:


Getting Started with Windows Server 2025


Lecture 1: Getting Installed with Windows Server 2025

Get hands-on experience as we guide you through the installation process of Windows Server 2025. Learn the essential steps to set up your server environment efficiently.


Lecture 2: A Quick Look at Windows Server 2025

Take a swift tour of Windows Server 2025, exploring its interface, features, and improvements over previous versions. Gain insights into what makes this edition stand out.


Lecture 3: AD DS New Functional Levels

Delve into the exciting realm of Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) and discover the new functional levels introduced in Windows Server 2025. Understand how these levels shape the capabilities of your domain.


Lecture 4: AD DS Domain Functional Levels

Master the intricacies of domain functional levels within AD DS. Learn how to tailor your domain to specific requirements and leverage the latest enhancements for optimal performance.


Lecture 5: AD DS Forest Functional Levels

Uncover the significance of forest functional levels in Windows Server 2025's AD DS environment. Explore the advanced features that come with higher functional levels and how they impact your entire forest.


Lecture 6: A Quick Overview of Windows Schema

Grasp the fundamentals of Windows Schema – the blueprint that defines the structure of Active Directory objects. Gain a foundational understanding of its role in shaping your directory service.


Lecture 7: Working with Schema on Windows Server 2025

Deepen your knowledge by exploring practical scenarios of working with the Windows Server 2025 schema. Learn essential techniques for managing and customizing your directory's schema.


Lecture 8: What is the AD DS Schema?

Demystify the concept of AD DS Schema and understand its pivotal role in the Active Directory infrastructure. Gain insights into how the schema influences object attributes and relationships.


Lecture 9: New 32k Database Page Size Feature

Explore the cutting-edge 32k Database Page Size feature in Windows Server 2025. Understand its impact on database performance and discover how to leverage this new capability effectively.


Enroll now to embark on a journey of skill-building and exploration, ensuring you're at the forefront of Windows Server technology in 2025! Join us and elevate your expertise to new heights.

Who this course is for:

  • IT Professionals
  • Windows Server Enthusiasts
  • System Engineers
  • Active Directory Administrators