CompTIA Server+ (SK0-005)

Overview

Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. The CompTIA Server+ (SK0-005) certification course offers comprehensive training to help learners acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to support and manage server environments. The journey begins with an exploration of server hardware installation and management. You’ll delve into server components, storage devices, RAID technologies, and network cabling, followed by techniques to maintain servers remotely. Next, you’ll dive into server administration, including setting up operating systems like Windows Server and Linux Ubuntu, network configuration, and managing server roles and storage. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of these skills, ensuring you’re prepared for real-world scenarios. As you progress, you’ll gain expertise in server security and disaster recovery. This section includes strategies to secure servers, implement access controls, and manage backup and restoration techniques. Additionally, you will learn critical disaster recovery concepts to safeguard against data loss and system failures. Finally, troubleshooting techniques are covered, offering insights into diagnosing hardware, OS, network, and security issues. This course is ideal for IT professionals seeking to advance their careers by acquiring a deeper understanding of server management. The target audience includes system administrators, IT support specialists, and anyone planning to take the CompTIA Server+ (SK0-005) exam. A basic understanding of IT concepts is recommended, and the course is suitable for those with intermediate-level IT experience. Upon completion, you’ll be equipped to handle server hardware, administration, security, disaster recovery, and troubleshooting, preparing you for a successful career in IT infrastructure management. This course will provide a clear understanding of the practical aspects of server management, covering the latest industry standards and practices.

Syllabus

Server Hardware Installation and Management

In this module, we will explore the essential hardware components that make up servers, focusing on storage, networking, and power systems. You'll also learn how to manage and maintain servers effectively, ensuring they operate optimally within a network environment.

Server Administration

In this module, we will cover the critical aspects of server administration, from installation and configuration of operating systems to managing server roles, storage, and monitoring. You will also gain insights into cloud technologies and automation tools to streamline server operations.

Security and Disaster Recovery

In this module, we will address the importance of securing servers and data from both physical and cyber threats. You'll explore various backup methods and disaster recovery strategies, ensuring server reliability even in crisis situations.

Troubleshooting

In this module, we will focus on effective troubleshooting techniques for resolving server-related issues, from hardware failures to network and security problems. You'll learn how to use a variety of tools to diagnose and fix common server issues.