Microsoft Windows Server 2012 – Administering: RADIUS, NPS, and NAP


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Overview/Description
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 builds on features found in previous versions of Windows Server, as well as providing several new features. This course examines configuring RADIUS and RADIUS server groups, remote RADIUS, RADIUS proxy, and RADIUS accounting. This course also examines the Network Policy Server, NPS configurations, and importing and exporting NPS server configurations. Finally, this course looks at Network Access Protection, NAP configurations, and components of a network access solution. 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: RADIUS, NPS, and NAP

  • describe how the RADIUS protocol works in Windows Server 2012
  • identify the steps to configure the NPS server for VPN and dial-up connections
  • describe how certificates work in Windows Server 2012
  • identify the factors that influence whether an NPS is used as a RADIUS proxy or RADIUS server in Windows Server 2012
  • identify the steps to configure a connection request policy in Windows Server 2012
  • describe working with NPS in Windows Server 2012
  • describe how you can use network access protection in Windows Server 2012
  • describe how NAP can be enforced in Windows Server 2012
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