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Introduction to Windows Admin Center

  • Overview of the Windows Admin Center ecosystem and its underlying architecture.
  • Establishing connections to and managing Windows workstations.
  • Exploring specific roles and capabilities dedicated to workstation management.

PowerShell Essentials for Technicians

  • Navigating the PowerShell interface, understanding syntax, and managing execution policies.
  • Employing cmdlets and pipelines for fundamental workstation tasks.
  • Development and execution of basic PowerShell scripts.

Remote Management and Automation Strategies

  • Leveraging PowerShell Remoting for effective remote workstation control.
  • Executing remote commands directly through the Windows Admin Center interface.
  • Handling sessions, managing credentials, and addressing security protocols.

Utilizing WMI and CIM

  • Grasping the role of WMI and CIM in system administration.
  • Retrieving system data from remote computers.
  • Automating system configuration changes and updates using WMI/CIM.

Integration with Intune and Autopilot (User Perspective)

  • Overview of Intune and Autopilot in the context of workstation deployment and policy enforcement.
  • Monitoring device compliance and verifying configurations.
  • Troubleshooting and reporting issues from an end-user standpoint.

Hands-on Lab: Remote Administration Scenarios

  • Executing PowerShell scripts to collect system data remotely.
  • Automating processes such as updates, restarts, and diagnostic checks.
  • Testing network connectivity and diagnosing PowerShell Remoting issues.

Best Practices and Security Considerations

  • Maintaining secure connections and managing user permissions.
  • Identifying common errors and effective troubleshooting strategies.
  • Enhancing performance for remote management operations.

Summary and Recommended Next Steps

Requirements

  • Solid understanding of Windows operating systems and workstation environments.
  • Practical experience in daily computer support or IT operations.
  • Foundational knowledge of command-line interfaces.

Target Audience

  • IT Support Technicians.
  • Helpdesk and Field Service Professionals.
  • Technical personnel responsible for workstation administration.
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