This practical assignment from the Department of Computing and Information Technology for the ICT50415 Diploma of Information Technology Networking Competencies involves the installation and configuration of a Microsoft Exchange Server 2013/2016 within a virtualized environment. The assignment requires students to set up a Windows Server 2016 domain controller and a member server, configure DNS settings, and establish a Windows 10 workstation. Students are guided through the process of installing Exchange Server, configuring mail users, mailboxes, address lists, and web access, and implementing remote access. The tasks include installing prerequisites, setting up Active Directory, configuring mail accounts, and testing email communication. Collaboration with another student is required to implement remote access and monitor performance, including testing mail exchange between different domains and comparing performance metrics. Students are expected to document all steps, troubleshoot issues, and provide screenshots in their journals. The assignment emphasizes practical application and requires students to utilize VMware Workstation for virtualization.
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