Active Directory Administration Cookbook

This cookbook is a comprehensive guide to mastering both Active Directory and Azure Active Directory, providing hands-on, practical recipes to tackle various administrative tasks. Through step-by-step instructions, you'll simplify identity management, optimize security, and automate key processes, gaining a thorough understanding of Active Directory's modern capabilities.

What this Book will help me do

• Learn advanced features like the AD Recycle Bin and password policies to enhance security.
• Use PowerShell to automate Active Directory administration and save time on routine tasks.
• Configure forests, domains, and trusts to properly set up your network's directory frameworks.
• Manage user, group, and computer accounts efficiently within AD and Azure AD.
• Integrate on-premises AD with Azure AD and set up hybrid cloud synchronization.

Author(s)

Sander Berkouwer is an experienced IT professional specializing in identity management and security solutions using Active Directory and Azure Active Directory. With years of consulting and practical experience, Sander has a deep understanding of the challenges IT administrators face and addresses them with real-world solutions. His approach to writing centers on providing actionable steps and clear guidance for learners.

Who is it for?

This book is ideal for IT administrators working with Active Directory Domain Services and Azure Active Directory. If you have experience managing Windows-based systems and are looking to enhance your directory services skills, this guide is for you. It caters to those seeking to streamline identity management and security processes. Basic familiarity with networking concepts and Windows Server systems is recommended.