The Sybex(TM) method for teaching core Windows Server Administration concepts

Understanding Windows Server is essential for anyone working in, or seeking to enter, the Information Technology (IT) industry. Windows Server, a leading enterprise-class server operating system, shares services with multiple users and provides administrative control of data storage, applications, and corporate networks. The new Windows Server Administration Fundamentals MTA Certification shows employers that you have the basic skills and knowledge to manage an organization's servers and storage. Windows Server Administration Fundamentals provides all the information you need to understand configuring, managing, monitoring, and troubleshooting Windows Server.

This invaluable Sybex guide is your one-stop resource for passing the Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) certification exam and moving your IT career forward. Detailed, reader-friendly chapters cover the basics of Windows Server Administration, including an in-depth overview of installing Windows Server 2016 and configuring server applications and services. Definitions of key terms, real-world examples and troubleshooting tips, end-of-chapter skill summaries, and numerous practice questions fully prepare you for success on exam day. Each topic is explained in clear, easy-to-understand language, from selecting server hardware and configuring administrative tools, to managing server resources and monitoring network connections. Designed for beginners and new IT professionals alike, Windows Server Administration Fundamentals teaches you how to:

• Install and manage Windows Server
• Use disk management tools
• Manage devices and device drivers
• Optimize server performance
• Configure Windows network services and applications
• Administer remote and virtual servers
• Validate your skills and knowledge with MTA Certification