Windows Server 2019 Key Concepts

Windows Server 2019 - Key Concepts and Features

• Windows Server 2019 operates within an on-premises or cloud environment.
• Windows Server 2019 allows for the creation of a domain controller to manage user accounts and permissions.
• The key features of Windows Server 2019 include Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, and Hyper-V for virtualization.
• Active Directory enables single sign-on across computers within a domain network.
• Active Directory includes Group Policy and Active Directory Certificate Services features for managing system configurations.
• Azure Active Directory is a cloud-based service offering Active Directory functionalities hosted within the Microsoft Azure cloud.
• Windows Server 2019 makes use of Type 1 hypervisors that interact directly with hardware and can run multiple operating systems simultaneously.
• An example of a Type 1 hypervisor in Windows Server 2019 is Microsoft Hyper-V.

Virtualization

• Virtualization allows multiple operating systems and applications to run simultaneously on a single physical computer.
• Virtualization is powered by hypervisor software that separates the physical hardware from the virtual machines using software.
• Type 2 hypervisors run on top of an existing workstation operating system, while Type 1 hypervisors directly interact with the hardware.

Windows Server Editions

• The differences between Windows Server 2019 editions depend on the number of cores, features, and functionalities.
• Certain editions offer more features or dedicated licensing for specific uses.

Planning Considerations

• Determine the Edition of Windows Server 2019 required based on the organization's needs and resources.
• Consider the hardware specifications needed to support the selected edition and intended workloads.
• Consider factors such as storage requirements, networking configurations, and backups for successful installation and operation of Windows Server 2019.

This quiz covers key concepts and features of Windows Server 2019, including its capabilities in on-premises and cloud environments. Learn about Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, and virtualization through Hyper-V. Test your knowledge on user management, domain control, and system configurations.