Microsoft Windows Server 2012 Certification - Exam 70-411 (Udemy.com)
Gain Either MCSA or MCSE Status, This Course Covers Everything You Need To Pass The Microsoft Exam 70-411
Created by: Infinite Skills
Last updated May 2014
Our take
Based on the ratings of 617 students, a sample of their written reviews and the syllabus, as the course stood in May 2014. No course pays to be reviewed.
This is the middle course in a three-part series covering Microsoft's old MCSA Windows Server 2012 track, sitting between the 70-410 and 70-412 exams. Infinite Skills instructor John walks through deploying Windows Server 2012 R2, file services, DNS, Active Directory Domain Services, Group Policy, routing and remote access, and monitoring, all in 96 lectures and about 8.8 hours. It is built for people who already know they are chasing the 70-411 certification, not general beginners.
Reviewers generally like the pace. Several call John easy to follow and say he expands on points instead of just reading bullet slides, and more than one review calls him knowledgeable. The rating breakdown backs that up, with 306 five star and 211 four star ratings out of 617. The complaints that show up are about depth and support: one reviewer wanted the course twice as long to feel exam ready, one flagged missing audio in a few sections and video that would not play, and another said the Q&A area has unanswered student questions. One low review says the instructor assumes too much prior knowledge.
At 8.8 hours for a 96 lecture exam-prep course, it is a reasonable time investment next to the other two courses in this series, and reviewers treat it as a solid primer rather than the only resource needed. The course has not been updated since 2014, so expect the R2 era interface and some outdated screens. Worth it as a structured refresher before the exam if paired with practice tests, less so as a from-scratch introduction to Windows Server administration.
Pros
- Covers the full range of 70-411 exam topics from DNS to Group Policy to NPS
- Instructor gets consistent praise for clear, methodical explanations
- Sections are broken into short lectures that are easy to sit through
- Strong rating history with 517 of 617 reviews at 4 or 5 stars
Cons
- Not updated since 2014, so some screens and workflow steps show their age
- One reviewer reported missing audio and broken video in specific sections
- Student Q&A area reportedly has unanswered questions, so support is thin
the teacher is easy to listen to and takes a slow methodical approach to teaching. as such, he expands on the dot points provided giving extra detail and giving a full overview of the course
Listed as All Levels, but really suits IT staff already comfortable with Windows Server basics and studying for a specific exam.
What you will learn
- Pass The Microsoft Exam 70-411
Course content
13 sections · 96 lectures · 8.8 hours of video
- 1Deploying Windows Server 2012 R2 3 free previews8 lectures · 46 min
- 2Patching Windows Operating Systems6 lectures · 30 min
- 3File Server Resource Manager8 lectures · 43 min
- 4Distributed File System8 lectures · 50 min
- 5File And Disk Encryption And Auditing7 lectures · 53 min
- 6Domain Name System Configuration And Troubleshooting5 lectures · 39 min
- 7Active Directory Domain Service14 lectures · 1.2 hours
- 8Group Policy12 lectures · 59 min
- 9Routing And Remote Access Services7 lectures · 42 min
- 10DirectAccess4 lectures · 21 min
- 11Network Policy Server And Network Access Protection7 lectures · 30 min
- 12Monitoring Windows Server 20129 lectures · 39 min
- 13Closing Thoughts1 lecture · 2 min
Who it is for
The instructor says it suits
- Any One Who Wishes To Be Either MCSA Or MCSE Certified
What you need before you start
- A Desire To Become Microsoft MCSA or MCSE Certified
Course Description
Being MCSA certified is without a doubt a very prestigious accolade and will increase your earning potential. Training for Microsoft Certification used to be expensive, but Infinite Skills have now teamed up with Udemy to offer the complete MCSA study course for a fraction of the traditional cost.
This course is part 2 of a 3 part series that will prepare you for the MCSA Certification.
The other courses required to become MCSA are
70-410
70-412
This Microsoft Windows Server 2012 Certification (Exam 70-411) training course from Infinite Skills teaches you how to design, implement and administer the core components of the Windows Server 2012 operating system. The skills that you are taught in this tutorial include everything you need to pass the Administering Windows Server 2012 exam, a required component of the MCSA certification from Microsoft.
John begins your training with a chapter on deploying Windows Server 2012. You cover installation, configuration, ongoing patching and backup of the operating system. This video tutorial covers the design and implementation of core Windows services including file services, printing, networking, active directory and group policy. Each topic the author presents is broken down into short and easy to understand lessons, allowing you learn quickly and understand more of what you are being taught.
Once you have completed this training video for Microsoft Windows Server 2012 Certification (Exam 70-411 - Administering Windows Server 2012) you will have the knowledge required to design, implement and administer the basic services in a Windows Server environment, bringing you one step closer to achieving your Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate designation.
How to take the Microsoft 70-411 Exam:
1. Find a test center near you to take the Server 70-411 certification exam, their will provide details on test center locations and schedules. This exam is typically priced around $150 dollars.
2. Study the required material to pass the 70-411 examination. This course covers the material that is within the 70-411 certification exam, and will help put you in a great position to succeed in the exam
3. Pass your exam!
4. Tell your friends how easy passing the Microsoft 70-411 exam was using Infinite Skills training courses
5) Take our Microsoft Windows Server 70-412 and 70-410 courses which will prepare you for the 70-412 and 70-410 exams. Upon passing the 70-410, 70-411, and 70-412 exams you will become a Microsoft Solutions Certified Associate in Windows Server 2012.
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Instructor Details
- 4.7 Rating
617 Reviews
Infinite Skills
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Reviews
By Michael Phipps on 9/8/2019
I found this course to be everything I expected it to be, and I believe it will be invaluable in helping me in passing my exam. I will also be using practice exams, Microsoft Technet and other resources, and not relying only on this course to pass. John makes it clear in the closing thoughts that it is necessary to actually perform the tasks he's taught in this course. Hearing, seeing, and then doing is critical to exam success. It is clear to me that John is an expert in Microsoft Server technologies, and excels at teaching the concepts, and how-to of these technologies. My congratulations, and thanks to John!
By Sulayman on 10/13/2018
it was great overview of the exam and i can appreciate how much work it would be to put this all together. seems like all the points were covered however i really wanted it to be twice as long because i feel like i'm going to need more study outside of this course now.
By Eric Kesselring on 11/29/2017
This is better than CBT and Pluralsight and Lynda.com. I like to finish a video set knowing I retained things and can answer questions from practice tests. I'm going to check for more content as my neck is on the line Tuesday. I also did read the MOAC book. I'm beginning to see a pattern in my weak powershell knowledge and Network policy. I'd hate to fail out over a deprecated feature or two. Probably the strongeswt advice I can give is, unless you can study at home unbothered, study only at school.
By LarryB on 3/2/2017
A good course on Win2012 overall setup and operation. Information is a little dated with the newer releases of windows on the horizon but still very useful in my opinion. Instructor was easy to listen to and subject broken down into easy to work with pieces. I course worth taking.
By David Rice on 10/12/2016
John showed and shared extensive knowledge about the technologies used. It has been super beneficial following along as he demonstrated almost every single aspect of the current 70-411 exam (even though this course is a few years old).
By Tom Mekeel on 4/16/2016
Very good overview of Windows Server built in tools, and a lot of great tips and tricks for managing your infrastructure. I wish more time was spent on Powershell, but this course is packed full of information that you can use every day.
By Arthur Mandel on 2/15/2016
I found this to be an excellent resource, if you don't lab everything out though, you will not pass. I labbed everything extensively and took extremely thorough notes. I passed the 70-411 with a 788
By Charles M on 2/5/2016
This is another great course! I took the 70-410 as a refresher and then passed the exam. I'm doing this course as a means to capture any areas I'm not familiar with and I intend to take the exam as well. I also got his 70-412 course, and I'm glad I did. As long as you understand the material and the technology, you should be able to pass the exam. Cheers!
By Michael J. Thomas on 9/23/2015
This course was well worth the money. I like the direct and to the point method of teaching. I like the format and course layout as I am able to go through those areas that I struggle with and gain a better understanding. The only other thing I would like to see in this course would be more exam tips. I highly recommend this course as you should include it into your study routine and preparation for the exam 70-411 Administering Windows Server 2012 R2.
By James Baldwin on 1/22/2015
Great material! Very impressed with instructor and his credentials. I took the 70-410 and passed. I am preparing to take the 70-411 exam and I am using John's Exam 70-411 video course. I have notice it covered many of the questions I had on the 70-410 exam better than the 70-410 video course.
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