TechNet Webcast: Active Directory Fundamentals (Level 200)  

In this webcast, we provide an introduction to the Active Directory directory service in the Microsoft Windows Server family of operating systems. Learn what a directory service is and the benefits that Active Directory offers. We cover the logical concepts of domains, trees, and forests, as well as the physical concepts of domain controllers and sites. Gain an understanding of the relationship between Active Directory and Domain Name System DNS. In addition, we discuss some operational functions such as intersite and intrasite replication and the Active Directory operations masters.

Presenter: John Weston, TechNet Presenter, Microsoft Corporation

Some may call John Weston a geek, but he prefers the term “technologist.” Truth is, John began working with computer games even before personal computers hit the scene—and he probably has a dusty prototype stashed somewhere to prove it. John loves to help people learn new technologies and relishes that magic moment when the light comes on in their eyes. Before joining Microsoft, he spent six years as a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), training people at a local college and new Microsoft hires. John holds more certifications than he can remember, but the list definitely includes MCSE, MCDBA, MCT, and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).