Title: Module 2 Introduction
Course: CTS 2234 Server Operating Systems > Section: Module 2 - Configuring Storage and File Permissions

The server operating system, applications and user data are stored on hard drives that can be attached to the computer or connected to the network. Configuring storage space also involves creating multiple physical hard drives together to support fault tolerance and accessibility for the server groups and users. In server operations, file permissions are used to limit access to files that are sensitive or need to be protected from accidental deletion or modification.

In this module you will create local storage on a hard drive to support file sharing for groups and users to control access using permissions. This will enable basic security and prevent the loss of data through deliberate or accidental user errors.

Module Objectives

Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:

- Design and configure server disk storage
- Create and manage virtual disk devices
- Configure server directory and file access permissions

Readings and Resources

Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2012: Exam 70-410

- Lesson 3 Configuring Local Storage
- Lesson 4 Configuring File and Share Access