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Active Directory is a directory service developed by Microsoft that provides centralized management of users, computers, and resources in a Windows network environment. It enables secure authentication and authorization across enterprise systems and serves as the foundation for identity and access management in Microsoft's Windows Server ecosystem. Key components include Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) for domain management and authentication, Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS) for issuing and managing digital certificates, Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS) for enabling single sign-on across organizational boundaries, Active Directory Lightweight Directory Services (AD LDS) for directory-enabled applications without domain dependencies, and Active Directory Rights Management Services (AD RMS) for information protection. IT professionals responsible for managing enterprise identity infrastructure, including system administrators, network engineers, and security specialists, use Active Directory to enforce policies, secure access, and maintain operational efficiency across distributed Windows environments.
Windows Server Fundamentals
Install and configure Windows Server core services and roles
AD DS Concepts
Explain domains, forests, trusts and domain controllers in Active Directory
PowerShell Basics
Run cmdlets to manage users, groups and services in Windows
Network Protocols
Configure DNS, DHCP and IP addressing for domain communication
Group Policy Management
Create and link GPOs to control user and computer settings
Security Principles
Apply permissions, authentication methods and access controls in AD DS
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SC-900Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
AZ-802Windows Server Administrator
AZ-800Windows Server Hybrid Core Infrastructure
AZ-801Windows Server Hybrid Advanced Services
SC-300Identity and Access Administrator
SC-100Cybersecurity Architect
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| MCT-Certified Trainers | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ||
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| 1-on-1 Private Training | Partial | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | |
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| Official Microsoft ALP Status | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ||
| Official Microsoft Courseware | Partial | ✖ | ✔ (Microsoft Learn) | ||
| ESI / EA Credits Accepted | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | ||
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| On-Site / Fly-Me Trainer | Partial | ✖ | ✖ | ✖ | |
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| Entry Price (Fundamentals) | ~$745 | ~$1,500+ | ~$1,500+ | $15-30/mo | Free |
| Verified Learner Reviews | 18,400+ · 4.9★ | 11,400+ · 4.6★ | Limited | N/A | N/A |
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