{"id":454,"date":"2025-04-07T22:07:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-07T22:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.wp.odu.edu\/stevenday\/?page_id=454"},"modified":"2025-04-07T22:09:18","modified_gmt":"2025-04-07T22:09:18","slug":"windows-system-management-and-security","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sites.wp.odu.edu\/stevenday\/windows-system-management-and-security\/","title":{"rendered":"Windows System Management and Security"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>This course provided a comprehensive, hands-on introduction to Windows Server 2019 administration, paired with real-world cybercrime case studies through the <em>Darknet Diaries<\/em> podcast series. By combining technical skill-building with threat intelligence storytelling, I gained a deep understanding of enterprise server environments, Active Directory, network services, and cybersecurity threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A key component of this course was <strong>MindTap<\/strong>, an interactive learning platform that provided guided labs and simulations. These labs were essential in developing real-world, technical skills in a virtual server environment. MindTap\u2019s structured approach allowed for step-by-step practice in configuring and managing Windows Server systems, reinforcing both conceptual and practical knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Course Modules and Core Topics:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Module 1\u20133: Windows Server Setup and Virtualization<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Installed and configured Windows Server 2019 in virtualized environments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Implemented Hyper-V for rapid server deployment, demonstrating practical infrastructure setup skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Module 4\u20135: Active Directory and Resource Access<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Gained hands-on experience managing users and groups with Active Directory.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Configured secure access to files, folders, and shared resources using permissions and policies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Module 6: Printer Configuration<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Managed enterprise-level print services across networked environments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Module 7\u20138: Data Storage and Networking<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Set up and maintained data storage systems and implemented robust networking configurations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applied DHCP, DNS, and other core network services critical to modern server operations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Module 9\u201310: Remote Access and Web Services<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Configured VPN and RADIUS for secure remote access.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deployed basic web and cloud-based services, expanding hybrid infrastructure knowledge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Module 11\u201312: Security and Threat Management<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Introduced key concepts in threat detection, prevention, and cybersecurity resource utilization.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emphasized system hardening and proactive response planning for server environments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Integrated Learning: Darknet Diaries Episodes<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Complementing each technical topic, the course incorporated curated <em>Darknet Diaries<\/em> episodes that brought cybersecurity threats to life:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>NotPetya &amp; Stuxnet<\/strong> \u2013 Showcased the devastating impact of state-sponsored malware on global infrastructure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shadow Brokers &amp; Olympic Destroyer<\/strong> \u2013 Highlighted advanced persistent threats (APTs) and vulnerabilities in nation-state operations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>WannaCry &amp; ZeuS<\/strong> \u2013 Illustrated ransomware and financial cybercrime tactics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The LinkedIn Incident &amp; Human Hacker<\/strong> \u2013 Explored social engineering and insider threats.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Each episode added real-world relevance and urgency to technical lessons.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Skills Developed:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Installation and configuration of Windows Server 2019 and Hyper-V environments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Active Directory management and enterprise resource control.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Secure networking, remote access, and cloud-based service configuration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Foundational knowledge in threat management and server security.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to analyze real-world cyberattacks and apply lessons to system defense.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This course provided a comprehensive, hands-on introduction to Windows Server 2019 administration, paired with real-world cybercrime case studies through the Darknet Diaries podcast series. 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