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Introduction1. Hardware / Virtual Machines2. Network RequirementsNetwork Best Practices3. Active Directory Requirements4. Shared Storage Requirements5. Install Failover Clustering Feature on Each NodeFailover Testing Using PowerShell Introduction High availability (HA) is critical for modern organizations that cannot afford downtime of shared resources such as file shares, departmental data, and application-level files....

Designed for IT professionals, this hands-on course unlocks the full potential of Windows Server 2025. Through hands-on skills and real-world scenarios, participants will learn how to effectively manage, monitor, and maintain Windows Server environments. Starting with creating a management lab and progressing to mastering server management tools and Azure solutions,...

Introduction NFS (Network File System) is one of the most widely used protocols for sharing files across a network, enabling computers to access files remotely as if they were on the local system. It is commonly used in Linux/Unix environments but has also found its way into Windows Server installations....

Introduction In today's digital world, managing who gets access to what on a network is more important than ever. Whether you're running a business, a school, or just trying to keep your home network safe, controlling website access can help protect users from malicious sites, distractions like social media, or...

IntroductionUnderstanding Group Policy for Software InstallationConfiguring Group Policy for Software InstallationStep 2: Modify Group Policy to Allow Software InstallationStep 3: Configure UAC to Allow Non-Admin InstallationsStep 4: Deploy the Group Policy to WorkstationsTesting the ConfigurationConclusion Introduction In enterprise environments, IT administrators often restrict standard users from installing software to prevent...

IntroductionWhat is Distributed File System (DFS)?Understanding DFS (Distributed File System)DFS Namespaces (DFS-N) - Key FeaturesDFS Replication (DFS-R)1. Remote Differential Compression (RDC) - Efficient ReplicationExample of RDC in ActionBenefits of RDC in DFS-R:2. Automatic Failover - High AvailabilityMulti-Site File Synchronization – Data Consistency Across LocationsInstalling and Configuring DFS in Windows Server...

Since updating my VMware vSphere Packer build template for Windows Server 2025 (you can read that here: Windows Server 2025 Packer Build for VMware vSphere), I decided to tackle Proxmox, which wasn’t as straightforward. I wanted to share with you what I have come up with for automated installations of Windows...

A Domain Controller (DC) is a vital server in any network environment. It manages the domain's resources, such as users, groups, and devices, and authenticates and authorizes access to networked resources. In Windows Server 2025, configuring and promoting a server to a Domain Controller is a straightforward process that integrates...

What is a DNS Server? A DNS (Domain Name System) server is a critical part of the infrastructure of the internet and local networks, enabling the translation of human-readable domain names (such as www.vmorecloud.com) into machine-readable IP addresses (such as 192.168.1.1). DNS serves as a "phonebook" for the internet, allowing...

Windows Server 2025 brings a powerful set of upgrades for enterprise environments, with major improvements in security, Active Directory, remote access, and cloud integration. Whether you're managing on-premises infrastructure or hybrid cloud workloads, this latest release is designed to meet modern IT demands with enhanced flexibility and performance. 🔐 Active...