Description: Troubleshooting skills are something that everyone from the server or network administrator to the everyday user should possess. Administrators, though, need to be able to thoroughly troubleshoot not only desktop computers, their hardware and operating systems, but also more complex and intricate issues that occur on sophisticated server hardware and network infrastructures. This course introduces software, storage, network, and security troubleshooting. You'll learn about some of the common issues that can occur along with their fixes and some of the useful tools that can be employed in the troubleshooting process. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that maps to CompTIA's Server+ exam, SK0-004, and covers the following exam objectives: 7.3 Given a scenario, effectively troubleshoot software problems, selecting the appropriate tools and methods, 7.4 Given a scenario, effectively diagnose network problems, selecting the appropriate tools and methods, 7.5 Given a scenario, effectively troubleshoot storage problems, selecting the appropriate tools and methods, and 7.6 Given a scenario, effectively diagnose security issues, selecting the appropriate tools and methods.
Target Audience: Established IT professionals who wish to acquire job skills and to be trained specifically to pass the CompTIA Server+ 2014 certification exam
Duration: 02:01
Description: Troubleshooting skills are something that everyone, from the server or network administrator to the everyday user, should possess. Administrators, though, need to be able to thoroughly troubleshoot not only desktop computers, their hardware and operating systems, but also more complex and intricate issues that occur on sophisticated server hardware and network infrastructures. This course introduces hardware troubleshooting. You'll learn about some of the common issues that can occur, along with their fixes and some of the useful tools that can be employed in the troubleshooting process. This course also describes troubleshooting theory and recommended procedures. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that maps to CompTIA's Server+ exam, SK0-004, and covers the following exam objectives: 7.1 Explain troubleshooting theory and methodologies, and 7.2 Given a scenario, effectively troubleshoot hardware problems, selecting the appropriate tools and methods.
Target Audience: Established IT professionals who wish to acquire job skills and to be trained specifically to pass the CompTIA Server+ 2014 certification exam
Duration: 00:57
Description: Almost everywhere you go, from large businesses to people's homes, networks are in place to facilitate the movement of data between computers and other devices, such as printers or the Internet. The network infrastructure services, ports, protocols, and cabling involved in networking can be complicated, which can make troubleshooting issues that arise complicated as well. It is important that server administrators are very familiar with server networking concepts. Also, without a well-thought-out plan in place, all the best equipment and well trained personnel in the world will be useless in the event of a disaster. Disasters can be man-made or natural, and both types can cause short delays or major business disruptions.In this course, you will learn about IP addressing and network infrastructure services. This course also compares various ports and protocols, and covers how to install and implement proper cable management procedures. In addition, you will learn about backup strategies and procedures for restoring data. You'll also explore various types of backup, such as full, incremental, and differential, along with the common media used for backup such as hard disks and optical media. Finally, you'll explore disaster planning and the implementation of a disaster recovery plan. This course is one of a series in the Skillsoft learning path that maps to CompTIA's Server+ exam, SK0-004, and covers the following exam objectives: 5.1 Given a scenario, configure servers to use IP addressing and network infrastructure services, 5.2 Compare and contrast various ports and protocols, 5.3 Given a scenario, install cables and implement proper cable management procedures, 6.1 Explain the importance of disaster recovery principles, and 6.2 Given a scenario, implement appropriate backup techniques.
Target Audience: Established IT professionals who wish to acquire job skills and to be trained specifically to pass the CompTIA Server+ 2014 certification exam
Duration: 02:51
Description: Because so much work is done electronically, businesses and governments generate vast amounts of information, most of which needs to be safe. Security technologies have improved with the growth of data requirements. This course introduces the methods and concepts involved in physically protecting this data. As well, you'll learn about the different server hardening techniques, the different types of network security systems and protocols, as well as logical access control methods. This course also covers how to securely dispose storage and how to implement proper environmental controls in your server room. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that maps to CompTIA's Server+ exam, SK0-004, and covers the following exam objectives: 4.1 Compare and contrast physical security methods and concepts, 4.2 Given a scenario, apply server hardening techniques, 4.3 Explain basic network security systems and protocols, 4.4 Implement logical access control methods based on company policy, 4.5 Implement data security methods and secure storage disposal techniques, and 4.6 Given a scenario, implement proper environmental controls and techniques.
Target Audience: Established IT professionals who wish to acquire job skills and to be trained specifically to pass the CompTIA Server+ 2014 certification exam
Duration: 02:39
Description: Because so much work is done electronically, businesses and governments generate vast amounts of information, most of which needs to be kept available and safe. Storage technologies have improved with the growth of data requirements. This course introduces the technologies involved in storing and protecting this data and the different types of storage media, such as optical media, and describes the increased reliance on hard disks for permanent, secure data storage. As well, you'll learn about the technology behind RAID arrays and the various types of storage architectures. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that maps to CompTIA's Server+ exam, SK0-004, and covers the following exam objectives: 3.1 Given a scenario, install and deploy primary storage devices based on given specifications and interfaces, 3.2 Given a scenario, configure RAID using best practices, 3.3 Summarize hardware and features of various storage technologies, and 3.4 Given a scenario, calculate appropriate storage capacity and plan for future growth.
Target Audience: Established IT professionals who wish to acquire job skills and to be trained specifically to pass the CompTIA Server+ 2014 certification exam
Duration: 01:42
Description: A well managed network relies on accurate documentation, well designed policies, and efficient procedures. Understanding how to create good documentation, policies, and procedures can help ensure that a network is well run and that it can withstand the occasional crisis. Implementing these concepts at the server level is an excellent place to begin The course starts off by exploring more server maintenance techniques. This course also covers the different components and techniques involved with asset management and documentation. In addition, you'll explore the purpose and operation of different virtualization components. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that maps to CompTIA's Server+ exam, SK0-004, and covers the following exam objectives: 2.4 Given a scenario, perform proper server maintenance techniques, 2.5 Explain the importance of asset management and documentation, and 2.6 Explain the purpose and operation of virtualization components.
Target Audience: Established IT professionals who wish to acquire job skills and to be trained specifically to pass the CompTIA Server+ 2014 certification exam
Duration: 01:46
Description: A network may have many servers on it, each playing a unique role. In order for a server to do its job properly, it must have the proper hardware and software installed. A server may be performing a network service, such as DNS or DHCP, serving applications such as e-mail, or providing network security as in the case of a firewall or authentication server. The administrator must be familiar with each of the potential roles and how they will impact each other and the users they serve. This course introduces the various server roles and requirements. The course also explores the different components that can be installed and configured on a server operating system. In addition, you'll explore how to use certain access and control methods to administer a server, and discuss some of the proper server maintenance techniques. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that maps to CompTIA's Server+ exam, SK0-004, and covers the following exam objectives: 2.1 Install and configure server operating systems, 2.2 Compare and contrast server roles and requirements for each, and 2.4 Given a scenario, perform proper server maintenance techniques.
Target Audience: Established IT professionals who wish to acquire job skills and to be trained specifically to pass the CompTIA Server+ 2014 certification exam
Duration: 02:57
Description: Being a good server administrator means that you understand your systems from the ground up – both the software and the hardware. Today's server hardware is sophisticated and specialized to support multiple users, applications and processors, as well as provide fault tolerant, highly available services. This course begins looking at the purpose and function of certain server form factors, starting with factors of rack mounts, towers, and blade technologies. The course also describes the various server components such as CPU, RAM, bus types, bus channels and expansion slots as well as NICs, and hard drives. This course will also compare and contrast the different power and cooling components of a server. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that maps to CompTIA's Server+ exam, SK0-004, and covers the following exam objectives: 1.1 Explain the purpose and function of server form factors; 1.2 Given a scenario, install, configure and maintain server components; and 1.3 Compare and contrast power and cooling components.
Target Audience: Established IT professionals who wish to acquire job skills and to be trained specifically to pass the CompTIA Server+ 2014 certification exam
Duration: 01:55