IT 271 Windows Server Operating Systems
introduces the student to the fundamentals of implementing, administering, and troubleshooting Windows Network Operating Systems (NOS). Based on a typical heterogeneous WAN with multiple servers, students learn strategies and skills in planning network protocols, server hardware, installation of server operating systems, server configuration, Active Directory implementation, storage configuration, backup maintenance, managing clients through groups and accounts, security management, configuring Internet and intranet services, and network troubleshooting. The materials used in this course prepare the student for Microsoft's server certifications. This course contains a lab component that provides students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge through hands-on learning in real-world case study exercises. This course is applicable toward all certificates and degrees (credit hours 3.0, lecture hours 2.0, lab hours 2.0).
Prerequisite
IT 116 or approval of instructor