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Implementing Windows Server 2016 Software Defined Networking

Networking is often times the most complex aspect of a datacenter and even more so when part of a virtualization solution. This course will teach you all about SDNv2 and how to deploy in your environment.

Intermediate
1h 59m
(33)

Created by John Savill

Last Updated Dec 03, 2025

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Implementing Windows Server 2016 Software Defined Networking

Networking is often times the most complex aspect of a datacenter and even more so when part of a virtualization solution. This course will teach you all about SDNv2 and how to deploy in your environment.

Intermediate
1h 59m
(33)

Created by John Savill

Last Updated Dec 03, 2025

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Software defined networking aims to increase functionality while simplifying the physical network topology. In this course, Implementing Windows Server 2016 Software Defined Networking, you'll learn all about SDNv2 and how to deploy in your environment. First, you'll learn about the key components and concepts behind software defined networking. Next, you'll delve into the options for SDNv2 deployment and management. Finally, you'll learn how to take advantage of powerful services, such as the software load balancer and datacenter firewall. By the end of this course, you'll be able to identify the right way to use software defined networking v2 in your environment.

Implementing Windows Server 2016 Software Defined Networking
Intermediate
1h 59m
(33)
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John Savill
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John Savill is an 11-time MVP, and he holds many Microsoft certifications including Azure Infrastructure and Azure Architecture specialist. John is the author of the popular FAQ for Windows and a senior contributing editor to Windows IT Pro. John has written eight books on Microsoft technologies including Mastering Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Services and Mastering Windows Server 2016 Hyper-V.

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