How should I proceed to install the Active Directory service on Microsoft Windows Server 2008 operating system?

I will give two methods to do it: 1- Click on start>All programs>Accessories>run and write DCPROMO. 2- Click on Server Manager (near start) then click on Roles>Add roles>Active Directory Domain Services and you will be able install it. Please remember to click “Mark as Answer” on the post that helps you, and to click “Unmark as Answer” if a marked post does not actually answer your question. This can be beneficial to other community members reading the thread. Best regards.

thanks for the post. Should I install the DNS service?

Yes without the DNS service your domain will be unreachable. Please remember to click “Mark as Answer” on the post that helps you, and to click “Unmark as Answer” if a marked post does not actually answer your question. This can be beneficial to other community members reading the thread. Best regards.