Hi, Im interested in setting up a dba training environment at home. I have a few years developing reports in ssrs and Im interested in becoming a dba. I have installed sql server 2008 r2 at home in the past but now want to install it on windows server to get more familiar with admin duties, active directory, etc. I don't have any experience with Windows Server. Can anyone give me some advice on how I should install it knowing that my intentions are to install sql server on it next? Do I need to set windows server up as a domain controller, forest, etc? Also, I have access to windows server 2008 R2 and Windows Server 2012. Which one should I go with? Seems like most companies are still using server 2008 r2 still... Thanks in advance for any help