Domain 2 · 30% of Exam

Server Administration

OS and service management.

About This Domain

Domain 2 — Server Administration — accounts for 30% of the SERVERPLUS certification exam. This domain evaluates your understanding of windows server and linux server, virtualization (hyper-v, esxi), active directory, and related concepts. OS and service management. To pass this section you need practical knowledge of how these technologies work together.

What You'll Be Tested On

  • Windows Server and Linux server
  • Virtualization (Hyper-V, ESXi)
  • Active Directory
  • Server roles (DNS, DHCP, file, web)

Key Technologies in This Domain

Study Strategy for Domain 2

At 30% of the exam, this is the highest-weighted domain — invest proportionally more study time here.

Exam Tips for Domain 2

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This is 30% — know AD, DNS, DHCP, and virtualization management.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions come from Domain 2?

Domain 2 (Server Administration) makes up 30% of the SERVERPLUS exam.

What should I focus on for Domain 2?

Key topics include Administration.

How should I prepare for Server Administration questions?

Review key topics, then practice with domain-specific questions focusing on real-world scenarios.

What's the best order to study SERVERPLUS domains?

Start with highest-weighted: Server Hardware Installation and Management (18%), Server Administration (30%), Security and Disaster Recovery (24%), Troubleshooting (28%).

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