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About Active Directory (AD)
Welcome to the Active Directory category page, your comprehensive guide to mastering the world of identity management in Windows Server. Active Directory (AD) is a Microsoft technology used for managing identities and computer resources securely. Here, you will find resources ranging from the basic concepts to advanced implementations. Discover how to manage user accounts, groups, and access controls; configure Group Policy; and deploy domain controllers (DC). Whether you’re a systems administrator, an IT professional, or an enthusiastic learner, this page is your gateway to understanding and leveraging AD efficiently.
FUNDAMENTALS
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What is Active Directory?: The Ultimate AD TutorialActive Directory is Microsoft’s on-premises identity and access management (IAM) service. In this Active Directory tutorial, learn how Active Directory… -
Understanding the 5 FSMO Roles in Active DirectoryFSMO roles are a crucial piece in Active Directory functionality. Learn about their purpose, types, and how they work together… -
Active Directory Replication: A Guide for IT ProsLearn all there is to know about how Active Directory (AD) replication works. This guide covers the basics of how…
GETTING STARTED
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How To Install Active Directory Users And Computers (ADUC): A Step-by-Step GuideIn this guide, we’ll show you how to install Active Directory Users and Computers (ADUC) and the basics of working…
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How To Use The Active Directory Administrative CenterThe Active Directory Administrative Center (ADAC) is a powerful, modern tool for managing Active Directory. Learn how to use it…
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The Ultimate List of Free Active Directory ToolsWhile there are numerous paid solutions available, many IT professionals overlook the relative abundance of free Active Directory tools that…
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5 Steps to Secure Active DirectoryIn this guide about Active Directory (AD) security, we’re going to detail five steps that IT admins need to follow…
TUTORIALS
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How to List Active Directory Users with PowerShellIn this article, I’ll show you how to list Active Directory users with PowerShell. While you can also list Active…
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How to Check FSMO Roles in Active DirectoryIn this article, I’m going to show you how to check FSMO roles and which domain controllers (DC) hold the…
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How to Install Active Directory PowerShell ModuleIn this guide, we’ll show you how to install the Active Directory PowerShell module on almost any version of Windows.…
