Microsoft Windows Server 2012 – Administering: WSUS


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Overview/Description
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 builds upon features found in previous versions of Windows Server, as well as providing several new features. This course looks at Windows Server Update Services in Windows Server 2012 and how to configure the WSUS role. This course also examines automatic updates with group policies, client-side targeting, deploying WSUS updates, reviewing updates using WSUS reports, and using PowerShell to configure WSUS. Finally this course looks at migrating WSUS 3.0 SP2 to Windows Server 2012 WSUS, and using MBSA to verify WSUS Updates. Anyone preparing for the 70-411: Administering Windows Server 2012 exam would benefit from taking this course. Please note this course is based on the original Windows Server 2012 release. Skillsoft recommends visiting the vendor website to confirm exam requirements.

Target Audience
IT professionals who install, configure, maintain and support Microsoft Windows Server 2012 networks of small to enterprise class; IT professionals with at least six months IT experience, experience working with Windows Server 2008 or later operating systems, and a strong understanding of Active Directory infrastructure and network infrastructure; individuals who seek professional distinction through the 70-411 - Administering Windows Server 2012 exam

Expected Duration (hours)
1.5

Lesson Objectives

Microsoft Windows Server 2012 – Administering: WSUS

  • identify the system requirements for deploying WSUS on Windows Server 2012
  • identify decisions to make when installing WSUS in Windows Server 2012
  • identify decisions to make when configuring WSUS in Windows Server 2012
  • describe how to configure client WSUS group membership
  • identify the steps for migrating WSUS to Server 2012
  • configure the WSUS role
  • configure client WSUS group membership
  • install Group Policy Management Console
  • configure automatic updates with a group policy
  • force a client machine to contact the WSUS server
  • Course Number:
    ws_admn_a02_it_enus