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AZ-801: Configuring Windows Server Hybrid Advanced Services
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AZ-801: Configuring Windows Server Hybrid Advanced Services

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Intermediate level

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18 hours to complete
3 weeks at 6 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

18 hours to complete
3 weeks at 6 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Secure Windows on-premises and hybrid infrastructures using advanced tools like Microsoft Defender.

  • Set up and manage high-availability environments with failover clusters and replication strategies.

  • Implement robust disaster recovery solutions for both on-prem and Azure virtual machines.

  • Migrate workloads to Azure efficiently, including IIS, Active Directory, and RDS environments.

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July 2025

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There are 6 modules in this course

In this module, we will provide an introduction to the AZ-801 course and outline the key areas of focus, from securing your Windows Server environment to migrating workloads to Azure. You'll get an overview of high availability, disaster recovery, and troubleshooting techniques for managing your Windows Server infrastructure effectively.

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1 video1 reading

In this module, we will cover various strategies to secure Windows Server environments. You will learn how to configure security tools, manage policies for passwords and user accounts, and protect vital infrastructure components like domain controllers. We'll also dive into advanced security practices using Microsoft Defender and more.

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17 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will explore the process of setting up and managing Windows Server Failover Clusters. You will learn how to configure storage, networking, and cluster updates to ensure high availability. Additionally, we’ll guide you through stretching clusters across regions for increased reliability.

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10 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will focus on recovery and backup strategies for Windows Server, both on-prem and in Azure. You’ll learn how to manage backups, perform disaster recovery, and utilize Hyper-V replication for data protection. We will also cover how to recover Azure VMs using snapshots.

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7 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will guide you through the migration of Windows Server workloads from on-premises to Azure. You'll learn how to transfer data, migrate IIS and other services to Azure, and upgrade Active Directory. You’ll also gain hands-on knowledge on migrating to Azure IaaS and modernizing environments with Azure web apps and containers.

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14 videos1 assignment1 plugin

In this module, we will cover how to monitor and troubleshoot your Windows Server environment. We’ll walk through the use of various monitoring tools, troubleshooting hybrid network connectivity, and resolving VM, deployment, and AD-related issues. By the end of this module, you’ll have a clear understanding of how to maintain and troubleshoot your Windows Server and Azure infrastructure.

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18 videos3 assignments

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