WSUS Training For Beginners - Windows Updates & Patching

Name: WSUS Training For Beginners - Windows Updates & Patching
Rating: 4.7 (617 reviews)

Setup your lab, Install WSUS, administrate your WSUS server and clients, learn WSUS troubleshooting and MUCH more...

Created byEmilio Aguero, Palwasha khan

Last updated 11/2025

English

What you'll learn

Overview on what WSUS is and what it's used for
How to setup a Windows Server in preparation for WSUS
Setting up WSUS from scartch!
Configuring and Optimizing WSUS
How to troubleshoot WSUS issues

Course content

6 sections • 25 lectures • 3h 3m total length

Instructor & Course Introduction1:29
Who am I, what do I do, and introduction to this course.
What is WSUS (Windows Server Update Services)5:23
This video provides an introduction to what WSUS is and why it's important
Patching Calendar, Groups and Schedules9:01
It is very important to have a plan when patching computers and servers on a network. We'll go through some best practices and tips.

Introduction1:51
The best way to setup and test WSUS for the first time is in a lab environment. We'll cover what I use, and some recommendations on getting the environment ready. This section is completely optional
Downloading VMware ESXi2:52
How to download VMware ESXi for free, ready for setup.

** In November 2023, Broadcom completed its acquisition of VMware.
As of early 2024 you can no longer get a free licensed copy of ESXi. Although there are still free versions floating around the internet, you'll now need to obtain the ESXi installer software either from an OEM or from the Broadcom Support Portal. You can also find cutomizable versions for Dell, HPE etc, ie if you search for HPE ESXi download.
Installing and Configuring VMware ESXi8:54
How to install and configure VMware ESXi in preparation for the lab environment
Installing Windows Server 20198:52
Once the VMware lab environment is setup, let's look at how to install and configure Windows Server 2019.
What is a Domain and Active Directory (AD)5:50
Understanding Domains and Active Directory is important when working with WSUS.
Building a Domain Controller14:37
WSUS works best when it is part of a Domain network, with a running Domain Controller. This video covers the setup steps for a DC.
Building and Setting up Windows Computers & Servers1:32
The advantage of WSUS is the ability to deploy patches to Servers and Workstations. Having some workstations on your domain network helps with better understanding WSUS.

Installing a WSUS Server8:15
This video covers the introduction to how to install and configure the WSUS role and getting it running on a Windows Server. We are assuming that you have an understanding of domains, and AD.
Configuring the WSUS Server12:44
With WSUS installed, it's now time to configure several areas within WSUS
Overview and Further Config WSUS Server20:42
Overview of Group Policies (Optional)4:57
To better understand what Group Policies are, watch this optional video first.
Configuring the WSUS Group Policy15:11
WSUS works hand in hand with group policies. We'll look at how to configure the Group Policies needed to get WSUS running.

Managing Computers, Servers and Groups8:59
Let's get computers, servers and groups setup within the WSUS console.
Downloading and Selecting Microsoft and Windows Updates10:40
This video covers the steps to setup which Microsoft patches and updates should be downloaded
Synchronization5:50
How to auto sync WSUS to perform tasks.
Approving Windows Updates12:07
With everything ready, it's now time to approve updates and push them against computers.
Email Notifications1:44
When patches are installed and deployed it's helpful to be notified over email.

Requirements

Basic Desktop and Server Knowledge
Desire to get that next job and improve your technical understanding
Eagerness to learn more about WSUS

Description

In this course we'll provide you with the needed skills to understand, configure, deploy and use WSUS (Windows Server Update Services). We'll start with the basics and work our way up to some more advanced features.

Whether you are currently responsible for patching computers or looking at just upskilling this course it perfect for you. We'll cover the steps that are used by System Administrators and Analysts in thousands of companies across the globe.

In this course we’ll provide you with -

An overview on what is WSUS
Steps to setup and prepare your lab and Windows Server environment
Skills to setup, configure and use WSUS
Steps on how to get Computers and Servers working with WSUS
The expertise on how to troubleshoot common WSUS issues
Some optional videos on how to build a domain controller and Active Directory

Do I need to be an expert?

No, this course is designed for people who are excited about technology and may be either working in technology or looking at getting more into IT, but it would help if you have sufficient skills around common computer and network technologies.

Why this course?

This course will be easy to understand, and will provide you with the key WSUS and Server skills needed as you work your way into becoming a technology expert!

Continuing to improve on your tech skills more and more will help you in being a highly skilled and sought after IT professional!

Who this course is for:

Systems Administrators & Engineers
IT Technicians
Service Desk Analysts
Security Engineers

WSUS Training For Beginners - Windows Updates & Patching

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Course content

Introduction3 lectures • 16min

Lab Setup (Optional)7 lectures • 44min

Installation and Configuring WSUS5 lectures • 1hr 2min

Using WSUS5 lectures • 39min

WSUS Troubleshooting3 lectures • 18min

Course Conclusion2 lectures • 4min

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