Windows Server 2019 Overview and Management

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What is the primary function of a Fax Server?

To manage print jobs sent to printers.

To send and receive faxes, managing jobs and devices. (correct)

To provide remote desktop services.

To route scanned documents to network resources.

What does the Print Spooler software manage?

Print jobs sent to printers. (correct)

Fax sending and receiving.

Network resources routing.

Active Directory configuration.

Which RAID configuration uses striping to enhance performance?

RAID 0 (correct)

RAID 1

RAID 10

RAID 5

When configuring remote access for users, which aspect is crucial for accessing local drives?

Configuring access through Remote Desktop Services. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to relocate the print spooler from the C drive?

To prevent disk space issues on system drives. Signup and view all the answers

What must be enabled to use BitLocker in Server 2019?

PowerShell or Server Manager Signup and view all the answers

Which file facilitates the installation of the full operating system during the WDS process?

Install.wim Signup and view all the answers

What type of DNS zone is required for AD DS to convert host names to IP addresses?

Forward lookup zone Signup and view all the answers

Which type of certificate server maintains the certificate revocation list (CRL)?

Enterprise CA Signup and view all the answers

What feature does SCCM not provide for software deployment?

Real-time monitoring Signup and view all the answers

In a WDS deployment, what is the purpose of a Discover Image?

For machines without PXE compliance Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of users that can be supported by the Essentials version of Server 2019?

25 users Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following record types is used for aliasing in DNS?

CNAME Signup and view all the answers

What must be done before upgrading to Server 2019 from an earlier version?

Backup the current system Signup and view all the answers

Which role in Windows Server helps manage file storage and classification?

FSRM Signup and view all the answers

What feature of the NTFS file system helps reduce file storage space?

NTFS Data Compression Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes the role of PowerShell in task automation?

It allows running scripts that combine cmdlets and logic. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the DHCP lease process?

The client sends a DHCP Discover packet. Signup and view all the answers

In Windows DHCP, what is an essential function of DHCP Reservations?

They allocate a specific IP address to a specific MAC address. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Delegation of Control Wizard in Active Directory?

To facilitate delegation of control over organizational units. Signup and view all the answers

How long is the default DHCP lease duration in Windows Server?

Eight days Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using data deduplication?

It identifies and eliminates duplicate patterns in data. Signup and view all the answers

Which command is used in PowerShell to add roles to a server?

Install-WindowsFeature Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a client cannot renew its DHCP lease before it expires?

It may obtain a lease from another DHCP server or use APIPA. Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred from the deletion of an object in Active Directory?

The object goes into the Active Directory recycle bin for a specific duration. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Server 2019 Versions

Server 2019 comes in different editions with varying features and prices
Essentials edition supports up to 25 users and is more affordable
Standard edition supports two Hyper-V virtual machines
Datacenter edition supports unlimited virtual machines and is the most expensive

Upgrading/Downgrading

Upgrading from 2012 R2 or 2016 to 2019 requires backing up the server first
Then mount the installation ISO, run setup, and choose to keep settings
Downgrading to Server 2016 is possible only if you have the downgrade rights from Microsoft
Backing up the server is required before downgrading

BitLocker/EFS

All Server 2019 versions support BitLocker, but it needs enabling (in PowerShell or Server Manager)
A full volume encryption feature is included starting with Windows Vista
BitLocker encrypts entire volumes to protect data
BitLocker on a file makes it a small volume accessible only to authorized users
EFS (Encrypting File System) is a filesystem-level encryption feature introduced in version 3.0 of NTFS

BOOT/INSTALL.WIM

Default boot and wim images are available from the DVD
The windows image (boot.wim) is for booting the operating system
The boot file (Windows PE) is used to facilitate system installation

WDS Terminology

A standard image used for deployment with WDS is created on a reference computer
PXE-compliant network cards are needed for discover images (rarely used now)
Install.wim contains the full operating system and settings; boot.wim is for operating system boot

DNS Records

DNS zones used for AD DS are forward lookup zones to convert host names to IP addresses
A DNS zone named contoso.com is needed for a domain named contoso.com
DNS record types include A (IPv4), AAAA (IPv6), CNAME, MX, NS

AD CS (Certificate Services)

Standalone certificate servers are often kept offline and are root authority
Subordinate certificate servers only trust the root CA
Enterprise certificate servers are within a domain and are intermediate

SCCM

System Center Configuration Manager allows software deployment on a schedule
Administrators can deploy applications and report on deployment success/failure
SCCM is a paid service not readily available in labs
SCCM allows remote installation, patch management, and OS deployment
It can also create reports monitoring storage usage

FSRM Role

FSRM (File Server Resource Manager) role is for managing and classifying data
It also handles automatic file classification, quota setting and report creation for storage usage
Quota management specifies allowed storage per directory
File screening manages data types allowed in directories
Classification management allows for different criticality levels for files
File management tasks occur automatically, based on file classification

FSRM Use Cases

Establishes quotas for user home directories in megabytes, alerting when limits are breached
Precludes music files from shared folders
Generates reports of the most accessed files over the past two days (on Sundays at midnight)

Print Spooler

Print spooler manages print jobs currently being sent to printers
It is recommended to install the spooler on a different drive (from printer or user machine, in cases of massive workloads)
The spooler allows for deletion of waiting print jobs or management of print queues

RAID

RAID (Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks) optimizes data storage using multiple drives.
RAID configurations like RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 are provided but are not explained in detail

Accessing Resources through RDS

RDS (Remote Desktop Services) allows remote user access to network resources and local drives
Remote desktop connection can facilitate remote access for users to connect with office resources

NTFS Data Compression

NTFS data compression is a built-in file system tool to compress files for archival purposes
Data deduplication eliminates duplicate data patterns in files

Automating Tasks

PowerShell is used for automating tasks through cmdlets, scripts, or executables
Install-WindowsFeature replaces the old servermanagercmd.exe tool for adding roles to the server

DHCP Process

DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) automatically assigns IP addresses to clients
DHCP servers respond to DHCP Discover packets with DHCP Offer packets containing IPs for client selection
Clients accept the DHCPOffer using DHCP Request, and the first offer is accepted
DHCP acknowledges successful IP assignment
DHCP leases are standard at 8 days, and clients attempt to renew every 4 and 7 days, respectively, with possible IP address loss and reassignment

DHCP Options

DHCP reservations assign specific IP addresses to specific clients based on MAC addresses
DHCP options include time offset, router, NTP server, DNS servers, and DNS domain name for redundancy

Delegation of Control Wizard

Allows administrators to delegate control of Active Directory's parts (like OUs) to other users
Simplify the Active Directory administration tasks by allowing administrators to assign permissions at organization level (OU)
Simplify the process of assigning permissions to specific directory objects

Enable the Windows Defender GUI

Microsoft Defender Antivirus is pre-installed on server 2016 and 2019
The GUI allows for management; use PowerShell or other methods in the absence of the GUI
Active Directory objects contain information about resources, such as printers, and security principals like users and groups

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Description

This quiz covers the different editions of Windows Server 2019, including Essentials, Standard, and Datacenter, along with features like upgrading, downgrading, and security measures such as BitLocker and EFS. Test your knowledge on server management and encryption technologies.