CompTIA Server+: Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

A public key infrastructure (PKI) is a hierarchy of digital security certificates. The top of the hierarchy consists of a certification authority (CA) and optional subordinate registration authorities (RAs). CAs and RAs issue PKI certificates to users devices and apps. Examine the PKI hierarchy and key PKI components including the certification authority digital certificates and chain of trust. Learn how to configure a private CA on-premises and in the cloud as a managed service. Explore the details contained within a PKI certificate and configure certificate templates which serve as a blueprint for issuing various types of PKI certificates. Next youll learn how to acquire certificates on-premises and in the cloud followed by a look at working with OpenSSL. Upon completion youll be able to plan implement and manage PKI environments both on-premises and in the cloud. Youll also be a step closer to being prepared for the CompTIA Server+ SK0-005 certification exam.