Duration 4 days – 28 hrs
Overview
The Windows 11 Administration Training Course is designed to equip IT professionals, system administrators, and support personnel with the knowledge and practical skills required to deploy, configure, manage, secure, and troubleshoot Windows 11 environments in enterprise organizations.
This course covers Windows 11 installation and deployment, device management, user administration, security configuration, networking, policy management, updates and maintenance, troubleshooting, and integration with Microsoft 365 and cloud-based management tools. Participants will gain hands-on experience managing Windows 11 devices in modern workplace environments using both traditional and cloud-based administration methods.
The training is suitable for organizations implementing Windows 11 across corporate, educational, or government environments.
Objectives
- Understand Windows 11 architecture and administration concepts
- Install, configure, and deploy Windows 11 systems
- Manage users, devices, and system settings
- Configure Windows 11 networking and connectivity
- Implement security and compliance configurations
- Manage updates, policies, and device settings
- Administer Windows 11 using Microsoft Intune and Group Policy
- Monitor and troubleshoot Windows 11 environments
- Perform backup, recovery, and maintenance tasks
- Apply enterprise best practices for Windows 11 administration
Target Audience
- System Administrators
- IT Administrators
- Desktop Support Engineers
- Technical Support Personnel
- Microsoft 365 Administrators
- Endpoint Administrators
- Network Administrators
- IT Helpdesk Staff
- Infrastructure Engineers
- IT Operations Teams
Prerequisites
- Basic knowledge of Windows operating systems
- Basic networking knowledge
- Familiarity with Microsoft environments
- Basic understanding of Active Directory concepts
- Experience supporting end users is an advantage
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Windows 11 Administration
- Overview of Windows 11 Features and Editions
- Windows 11 Architecture
- Enterprise Features and Capabilities
- Windows 11 Licensing Models
- Administrative Tools Overview
- Local vs Cloud-Based Administration
- Windows 11 System Requirements
- Modern Workplace Concepts
Module 2: Installing and Deploying Windows 11
- Windows 11 Installation Methods
- Clean Installation vs Upgrade
- Deployment Planning
- Windows Autopilot Overview
- Creating Installation Media
- Device Imaging Concepts
- Configuring Initial Setup
- Deployment Best Practices
Module 3: Managing Users and Devices
- Local User and Group Management
- Microsoft Accounts and Azure AD
- Device Enrollment and Registration
- Managing User Profiles
- Shared Device Configuration
- Device Naming and Organization
- Account Permissions and Roles
- Administrative Access Management
Module 4: Windows 11 Configuration and Customization
- Configuring System Settings
- Managing Desktop and Taskbar
- Start Menu and User Experience Settings
- Device and Peripheral Management
- Storage Management
- Power and Battery Settings
- Accessibility Features
- Enterprise Customization Options
Module 5: Networking and Connectivity
- Configuring Network Settings
- TCP/IP Configuration
- Wi-Fi and VPN Management
- DNS and DHCP Concepts
- Remote Access Configuration
- Network Sharing and File Access
- Troubleshooting Network Connectivity
- Enterprise Connectivity Best Practices
Module 6: Security Administration
- Windows Security Features
- Microsoft Defender Configuration
- Firewall Management
- BitLocker Drive Encryption
- Windows Hello for Business
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- User Account Control (UAC)
- Security Policies and Hardening
- Endpoint Protection Best Practices
Module 7: Group Policy and Device Management
- Introduction to Group Policy
- Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
- Configuring Administrative Templates
- Managing Policies for Windows 11
- Introduction to Microsoft Intune
- Mobile Device Management (MDM)
- Compliance Policies
- Configuration Profiles
- Hybrid Management Approaches
Module 8: Updates, Maintenance, and Performance
- Windows Update Management
- Windows Update for Business
- Driver and Firmware Updates
- System Maintenance Tasks
- Performance Monitoring
- Resource Optimization
- Disk Cleanup and Storage Sense
- Reliability Monitoring
Module 9: Backup, Recovery, and Troubleshooting
- Windows Recovery Options
- System Restore and Recovery
- Backup Strategies
- File Recovery Techniques
- Troubleshooting Startup Issues
- Diagnosing System Problems
- Event Viewer and Logs
- Troubleshooting User Issues
- Remote Support Techniques
Module 10: PowerShell and Automation
- Introduction to PowerShell
- Basic Windows Administration Commands
- Managing Users and Devices with PowerShell
- Automating Administrative Tasks
- Remote Administration
- Scripting Best Practices
- Reporting and Monitoring Scripts
Module 11: Enterprise Integration and Cloud Services
- Microsoft 365 Integration
- OneDrive for Business Configuration
- Azure AD Integration
- Cloud-Based Device Management
- Remote Work and Hybrid Workplace Support
- Collaboration and Productivity Features
- Enterprise Compliance Considerations
Module 12: Hands-On Labs and Practical Exercises
- Installing and Configuring Windows 11
- Managing Users and Devices
- Configuring Security Features
- Applying Group Policies
- Managing Updates and Maintenance
- Troubleshooting System and Network Issues
- PowerShell Administration Exercises
- Recovery and Backup Simulations
