Description
Windows Server skills involve the ability to install, configure, and manage Microsoft's server operating system. This includes managing server roles and features, implementing Active Directory Domain Services for user and resource management, and configuring network services like DNS and DHCP. More advanced skills include deploying virtual machines with Hyper-V, implementing high availability and disaster recovery options, and automating tasks with PowerShell. Expert-level skills involve designing and implementing a highly available enterprise infrastructure, managing advanced network infrastructures, and optimizing Windows Server performance. These skills are essential for IT professionals who maintain and troubleshoot server environments.
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Expected Behaviors
Fundamental Awareness
At the fundamental awareness level, individuals have a basic understanding of Windows Server. They are familiar with the interface and have a general knowledge of server roles and features. They also understand the basics of Active Directory and have an awareness of basic network services. However, they may not be able to perform tasks without guidance.
Novice
Novices can install and configure Windows Server and manage server roles and features. They can implement Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) and configure IPv4 and IPv6 addressing. They also have the ability to troubleshoot common server issues, but may still require some assistance.
Intermediate
Intermediate users can deploy and manage Hyper-V and virtual machines, implement high availability and disaster recovery options in Hyper-V, and manage advanced Active Directory including Group Policy implementation. They can also configure and manage DNS and DHCP services, and monitor and maintain Windows Server performance.
Advanced
Advanced users can design and implement an Active Directory infrastructure, configure advanced network services, implement advanced file services and storage solutions, and manage advanced security features. They can also automate Windows Server management tasks using PowerShell.
Expert
Experts can design and implement a highly available enterprise infrastructure, manage advanced network infrastructure, implement dynamic access control, network load balancing, and failover clustering. They can also implement advanced identity and access solutions, and troubleshoot and optimize performance of Windows Server environments at an expert level.