Mastering Active Directory

If you work with Active Directory, understanding and mastering its core functionalities is crucial. Dishan Francis' "Mastering Active Directory" dives into the architecture, components, and management techniques associated with using Active Directory in enterprise environments, particularly with Microsoft Server 2016. You will learn automation using PowerShell and how to navigate hybrid-cloud infrastructures.

What this Book will help me do

• Understand new features introduced in Active Directory Domain Services 2016.
• Automate administrative tasks in Active Directory with PowerShell for time-saving operations.
• Learn about FSMO roles and schema management to enhance your Active Directory design skills.
• Integrate Azure with Active Directory for hybrid infrastructure management.
• Apply security best practices and monitor and troubleshoot Active Directory effectively.

Author(s)

Dishan Francis is a seasoned IT professional with extensive experience in Microsoft Directory Services and IT infrastructure design. He has worked with top-tier enterprises implementing and securing complex Active Directory environments. As a recognized Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional), his writing combines practical expertise with a clear, tutorial-driven approach.

Who is it for?

This book is ideal for IT administrators, system administrators, and network professionals who have basic knowledge of Active Directory and wish to deepen their expertise. If you aim to manage, design, or troubleshoot modern identity infrastructure effectively, this book will provide the essential guidance. Readers with an interest in automation through PowerShell will also benefit.