Pop Quiz
Pop Quiz: Windows Server 2012 R2 Remote Access Deployment
Applies to the "Design and implement network access services" objective of Exam 70-413.
Q: A company's IT team is planning a remote access deployment for applications. The deployment must support all users and devices types.
Which of the following does Windows Server 2012 R2 include for remote access applications support for all users and device types?
- Work Folders
- Web Application Proxy
- Remote Access
- VDI
Answer is B. Windows Server 2012 R2 includes Web Application Proxy for publishing of corporate resources, it also includes multi-factor authentication and enforcement of conditional access policies.
Quick Tip: Web Application Proxy must always be deployed with AD FS.
Reference: Secure access to company resources from any location on any device
Bonus Question: What is the name of the technology that allows synchronization of on-premises directory objects with Microsoft Azure Active Directory? (The answer, of course, will be revealed next time!)
Answer to bonus question from last week: Direct Access is the name of the technology available in Windows Server 2012 R2 that allows devices to automatically remain office-network connected even when remote.
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