Implementing a Windows 2003 PKI from an Existing Windows 2000 Network

This paper will describe the process that one fictitious, medium-sized, organization took in deciding to move their Windows 2000 AD based domains to Windows Server 2003 and, subsequently, a 2003 based PKI. Furthermore, it will detail the steps they took to actually implement their plans. The paper moves from overviews of relevant PKI technologies in Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, and in general, to specific implementation details of the various services that the PKI will help support and secure. After the implementation information, each of the services provided by the PKI will be tested and documented. Finally, some conclusions will be drawn. Appendices will serve to go into more detail about items that don't relate directly to the PKI technologies, but are relevant to the overall discussion.