Core Solutions of Microsoft Lync Server 2013 Course Overview

To ensure that you have the best learning experience in the Core Solutions of Microsoft Lync Server 2013 course, it is important that you meet the following minimum prerequisites:

• Basic understanding of networking technologies including Domain Name System (DNS), firewall technologies, and hardware load balancers.
• Familiarity with Windows Server technologies such as Active Directory and Windows Server 2012 or later.
• Experience with Microsoft Exchange Server and messaging concepts.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Lync Server or Skype for Business Server is beneficial but not mandatory.
• General understanding of communication standards and components, including VoIP and traditional telecommunication technologies.
• Familiarity with data networks like VPNs, DirectAccess, and other remote access methods.
• Experience with using Windows PowerShell and administrative tools.
• Basic knowledge of Windows Client operating systems, such as Windows 7, Windows 8, or Windows 10.

These prerequisites are designed to provide a solid foundation that will help you to get the most out of this course. If you are unsure about whether you meet the prerequisites, please feel free to contact us for further guidance.

Target Audience for Core Solutions of Microsoft Lync Server 2013

The Core Solutions of Microsoft Lync Server 2013 course is designed for IT professionals responsible for the Lync Server 2013 environment.

• IT Consultants specializing in Microsoft communications technologies
• Network Engineers focusing on unified communications
• Systems Administrators tasked with maintaining Lync Server 2013
• IT Managers seeking to understand Lync Server 2013 deployment
• Data Center Operations Professionals managing Lync Server environments
• Technical Support Specialists providing tier 2 support for Lync
• IT Decision Makers evaluating Lync Server 2013 for their organizations
• Security Analysts responsible for securing Lync deployments
• Compliance Officers overseeing communication data policies and regulations
• Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Planners for communication systems
• Migration Specialists responsible for transitioning to Lync Server 2013
• Telecommunications Specialists integrating telephony systems with Lync Server 2013

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this Core Solutions of Microsoft Lync Server 2013?

Introduction to Learning Outcomes:

Gain in-depth knowledge and skills to design, deploy, and manage a Microsoft Lync Server 2013 infrastructure, ensuring effective and efficient communication within an enterprise environment.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Understand the architecture and core capabilities of Lync Server 2013 to optimize its communication tools.
• Navigate the Lync Server 2013 design process, including assessing infrastructure requirements for a tailored deployment.
• Utilize the Lync Server 2013 Planning Tool and Topology Builder for creating and documenting a robust server topology.
• Implement Role-Based Access Control to manage user permissions and rights effectively within Lync Server 2013.
• Prepare for and manage the deployment of Lync clients and devices, ensuring compatibility and user adoption.
• Design and configure audio/video and web conferencing capabilities to support collaboration across the organization.
• Plan and deploy external access and Edge services, enabling secure IM, presence, and conferencing with external parties.
• Install and configure Persistent Chat for ongoing, topic-based conversations that persist over time in Lync Server 2013.
• Monitor and archive communication data in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Develop high availability and disaster recovery strategies to maintain continuous communication services and mitigate data loss.