In this module, you will learn how to prepare your virtualization environment and systems for working with DHCP, DNS, and directory services. You will set up a virtualization platform and create virtual machines to host Linux operating systems. The module will guide you through installing commonly used Linux distributions on these virtual machines and connecting to them via SSH. Additionally, you will develop an understanding of the planned network architecture and how the virtual machines will interact within this environment. By the end of this module, you will be equipped with the foundational skills necessary to proceed with configuring network services in subsequent modules.