A. Datum Corporation: Windows 8.1 Installation and System Admin Tasks

This assignment details the installation and configuration of Windows 8.1 Enterprise, covering multiple aspects of system administration within the context of A. Datum Corporation's IT department. The tasks include selecting the appropriate Windows version based on hardware and feature requirements, enabling Hyper-V for virtualization, and exploring licensing models such as Per User and Per Device. The assignment also covers the creation of an unattended installation using the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK), setting up encryption, creating shortcuts, and configuring Internet Explorer security settings. Furthermore, it addresses network setup, including wired and wireless configurations, printer permissions, and the use of File History for backup and recovery. Finally, the assignment concludes with instructions on monitoring and optimizing system performance using the Performance Monitor tool.