Creating a List of Installed Programs, Services, and User Accounts from Windows Server 2019

The objective of this lab is to equip students with the necessary skills to:

  1. List and identify installed programs and applications on a Windows Server 2019 machine.
  2. Identify and list currently running services.
  3. Enumerate all user accounts that are present on the system.

By the end of this lab, students should be able to perform these tasks confidently and understand their importance in maintaining and managing a Windows Server environment.

Overview

Welcome to the "Creating a List of Installed Programs, Services, and User Accounts from a Windows Server 2019" lab. In this hands-on practical session, we will explore the fundamentals of system administration on a Windows Server 2019 environment. The primary goal of this lab is to familiarize students with the essential tasks of gathering information about installed programs, services, and user accounts on a Windows Server 2019 machine. These skills are critical for effective system administration and troubleshooting.

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Key terms and descriptions

Installed Programs
Software applications and utilities that have been installed on the Windows Server 2019 machine, which may include server roles and features
Services
Background processes and tasks that run on the server to provide various functionalities, such as network services, security, and system maintenance
User Accounts
Individual accounts associated with users or services, which grant access and permissions to interact with the server
Windows Server 2019
The server operating system developed by Microsoft, designed for enterprise-level computing environments
System Administration
The practice of managing and maintaining computer systems and networks, ensuring their optimal performance, security, and reliability
Command Line Interface (CLI)
A text-based interface used to interact with a computer's operating system and execute commands
PowerShell
A powerful command-line shell and scripting language for automating administrative tasks in Windows environments
Task Manager
A Windows utility that provides information about running processes, performance statistics, and the ability to terminate or manage processes
Control Panel
A Windows component that allows users to configure system settings and install or uninstall programs
Active Directory
A Windows server-based directory service that stores and manages information about network resources and user accounts