Administer Microsoft IIS

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Administer Microsoft IIS

In this lab, you’ll gain hands-on experience performing day-to-day management of a Windows Server Internet Information Services (IIS) web server. When you’re finished, you’ll know the basics of IIS web server administration using graphical and command-line tools.

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Lab Info

Level

Beginner

Last updated

Oct 13, 2025

Duration

1h 15m

Challenge

Set Up Your Development Environment

You'll set the stage for the rest of your lab work by starting relevant applications and viewing the lab support files.
Challenge

Create a New Web Site

Here, you'll use PowerShell to create a new application pool and web site on the Windows Server lab VM. You'll then use the IIS Manager to verify success.
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Configure a TLS Binding

As your web site is up and running, you'll now ensure all communications with the new IIS web site are encrypted with TLS.
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Implement IIS Authentication

IIS also allows for authentication. You'll restrict access to your new IIS web site by using Digest authentication.
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Back Up and Monitor IIS

Finally, you'll start by backing up all web site content and web server configurations on the lab VM. You'll then continue by checking the IIS server log files for issues.

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