Administration of Network Resources Questions

  1. As a Windows Server administrator, it’s important to stay current on the latest developments and configuration tips from the Windows Server Team at Microsoft. One of the best ways of doing this is to regularly visit the Windows Server blog.Go to the Windows Server blog at https://cloudblogs.microsoft.com/windowsserver and find an article that piques your interest.

Write a post of at least 100 words discussing what you learned and how you might use this information in the job role you anticipate having. What questions do you have for further research after reading this article?

  1. Scenario: You work for a large manufacturing company, which currently hosts several dozen Windows Server systems installed on rackmount servers, some of which host custom Web apps that are used by computers across the entire organization. There are plans to expand in the next year, and the number of servers and clients is expected to double. As part of this expansion, the organization is considering shifting to an environment that involves virtualization for many of its current and future Windows Server operating systems. Additionally, the organization is considering hosting its custom Web apps within containers, possibly within the cloud. The IT manager has asked for your input regarding the benefits of adopting virtualization and containers within the organization.

Create a one-page report detailing the benefits that virtualization and containers could bring to your organization over the next year. (at least 100 words)