Web Server IIS Mastery Course Overview

Prerequisites for Web Server IIS Mastery Course:

• Basic understanding of networking concepts, such as IP addresses, HTTP, and DNS.
• Fundamental knowledge of how web servers operate and the purpose they serve in a network environment.
• Familiarity with the Windows operating system, as the course involves working with Windows 10 and Windows Server 2012.
• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to install software and navigate the Windows file system.
• Exposure to command-line interface (CLI) usage, as some tasks may require running commands.
• An interest in learning about web server configuration and management.

Note: While having prior experience in IT is beneficial, the course is designed to be accessible to individuals who are motivated and have a foundational understanding of computers and networking.

Target Audience for Web Server IIS Mastery

1. "Web Server IIS Mastery" is an in-depth course designed for IT professionals aiming to specialize in web server management and configuration.

   
   

2. Target Audience:

   
   

• System Administrators
• Web Server Administrators
• Network Administrators
• IT Support Technicians
• Web Developers with Server Management Responsibilities
• DevOps Engineers
• Security Professionals responsible for Web Server Security
• IT Professionals preparing for a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification
• Technical Staff at Web Hosting Companies
• Infrastructure Architects with a focus on Web Services
• Students pursuing IT degrees with a focus on networking and server management

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this Web Server IIS Mastery?

Introduction to the Course's Learning Outcomes and Concepts Covered

Gain mastery over Microsoft's Internet Information Services (IIS) by learning to install, configure, and manage web servers while ensuring secure and efficient hosting of websites and web applications.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes

• Understand the architecture and components of IIS to effectively manage web services.
• Install IIS on various Windows platforms, including Windows 10 and Windows Server 2012, using both GUI and Core editions.
• Utilize the Web Platform Installer tool to simplify the installation of IIS and related features.
• Create and configure your first website in IIS, understanding the role of bindings in site accessibility.
• Administer application pools to optimize resource utilization and improve website isolation.
• Configure advanced settings for application pools, including general parameters, CPU utilization, process model, orphaning, and recycling.
• Learn how to handle multiple websites within the same application pool and the implications of using different application pools.
• Gain insight into IIS authentication mechanisms, including anonymous, basic, digest, Windows, and forms authentication.
• Implement anonymous authentication with and without user impersonation to control access to web resources.
• Understand how to apply best practices for securing web applications and configuring authentication methods according to specific security requirements.