Useful links for getting into Server 2012 and Active Directory

If you’re just getting into Windows Server 2012, or you’re doing a lot of work with it, but want to go a bit deeper into the system, here’s a few links that should get you well on the way.

It’s also handy if, like me, you’ve started on the new MCSA/MCSE tracks and want some more resources to read so you can brush up and round out your knowledge.

• TechNet
• Windows Server 2012 Self-Study Guide
• Windows Server 2012 - Get Started
• Windows Server 2012 Virtual Labs
• Microsoft Virtual Academy (Windows Server)
• Channel9 (Windows Server)
• Ask Premier Field Engineering (PFE) Platforms Blog
• Windows Server Blog
• PowerShell support for Server 2012
• Hey, Scripting Guy! Blog
• PowerScripting Podcast
• Free Microsoft EBooks (TechNet) - Introducing Windows Server 2012
• Ask The Directory Services Team Blog
• Post-Graduate AD Studies (From AskDS Team Blog)
• Everything you need to get started with Active Directory

I’ll add links as I remember them, come across them again, or just find new ones. Check back occasionally for updates.

Note

If you’re getting ready to take the 70-410 Exam: Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2012, there’s a nice little practice test I found that might help you on your way.