Introduction The Active Directory Tiered Administration Model on Windows Server 2016 divides admin privileges into Tier 0 (AD/DC infrastructure), Tier 1 (member servers), and Tier 2 (workstations). Keeping admin credentials separate at each tier prevents a compromised helpdesk account from pivoting to domain admin, drastically reducing breach impact. Creating the Tier OU Structure Build an […]
Introduction Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS) on Windows Server 2016 enables SAML 2.0-based Single Sign-On, allowing users to authenticate once against on-premises Active Directory and access cloud and partner applications without re-entering credentials. This guide covers configuring AD FS for SAML-based SSO integration. Installing AD FS Install the AD FS role and create a […]
Introduction Integrating Windows Server 2016 with Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) enables hybrid identity, allowing on-premises users to access Microsoft 365, Azure, and SaaS applications using the same credentials. Azure AD Connect is the synchronisation engine that bridges your on-premises AD with Azure AD, handling user, group, and password synchronisation. Prerequisites Before installing Azure AD […]
Introduction PowerShell Desired State Configuration (DSC) Pull Server on Windows Server 2016 provides a centralised configuration management service. Target nodes automatically pull their configuration MOF files and report compliance status back, enabling drift detection and automatic remediation at scale. Installing Pull Server Prerequisites Install required features and modules: Install-WindowsFeature DSC-Service, Web-Server -IncludeManagementTools Install-Module xPSDesiredStateConfiguration -Force […]
Introduction Windows Server 2016 follows the Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC), receiving cumulative security and reliability updates monthly. Understanding the update model and using PowerShell and WSUS for update management ensures servers remain secure and stable throughout the support lifecycle. Checking Current Update Status Verify installed updates and pending patches: Get-HotFix | Sort-Object InstalledOn -Descending | […]
Introduction Just Enough Administration (JEA) is a PowerShell security feature on Windows Server 2016 that restricts what administrators can do in remote sessions. Using role capability files and session configurations, JEA implements least-privilege delegation, allowing helpdesk staff to run only the commands they need without full admin rights. Creating a Role Capability File Define the […]
Introduction Managing Active Directory at scale on Windows Server 2016 demands PowerShell automation. The ActiveDirectory module lets you create hundreds of users, manage group membership, audit accounts, and generate compliance reports in seconds rather than hours of manual effort. Installing the ActiveDirectory Module Install RSAT tools to get the AD PowerShell module: Add-WindowsFeature RSAT-AD-PowerShell Import-Module […]
Introduction Advanced PowerShell scripting transforms Windows Server 2016 administration from a manual, time-intensive process into a streamlined, automated workflow. This guide covers advanced scripting patterns, error handling, modules, and real-world automation scenarios every Windows Server 2016 administrator should master. PowerShell Execution Policy and Script Signing Before deploying advanced scripts, configure an appropriate execution policy and […]
How to Set Up VPN Site-to-Site with Windows RRAS on Windows Server 2016 A site-to-site VPN connects two separate networks — typically a branch office and a headquarters, or an on-premises network and a cloud network — through an encrypted tunnel over the public internet. Windows Server 2016 includes Routing and Remote Access Service (RRAS), […]
How to Configure High Availability for DHCP with DHCP Failover on Windows Server 2016 DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a critical network service — when it fails, new devices cannot obtain IP addresses and existing leases eventually expire, causing network outages. Windows Server 2016 includes DHCP Failover, a feature that allows two DHCP servers […]
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