Windows Server 2019 Automation with PowerShell Cookbook - Third Edition

Chapter 3. Managing Windows Active Directory

In this chapter, we cover the following recipes:

• Installing Active Directory with DNS
• Creating and managing AD users, groups, and computers
• Adding users to AD via a CSV file
• Creating a group policy object
• Reporting on AD users
• Finding expired computers and disabled users in AD

Introduction

A core component of almost all organizations' IT infrastructure is Active Directory (AD). Active Directory provides access control, user and system customization, and a wealth of directory and other services.

Using AD Domain Services, you can deploy a series of domain controllers throughout your organization. Use the Installing Active Directory and DNS recipe to install a pair of domain controllers that also provides a DNS ...