Configuring Endpoint Security

Welcome to the Configuring Endpoint Security practice lab. In this module, you will be provided with the instructions and devices needed to develop your hands-on skills on configuring Endpoint Security on a Windows device to protect it from malware and virus infections.

Overview

Learning Outcomes:

In this module, you will complete the following exercises:

  • Exercise 1 - Introduction to Malware

  • Exercise 2 - Symptoms of Malware Infection

  • Exercise 3 - Antivirus Applications

  • Exercise 4 - Securing a Workstation with an Antimalware Application

  • Exercise 5 - Use an Antivirus Application

  • Exercise 6 - Install and Configure an Antispyware Application

After completing this module, you will be able to:

  • Use Avast antivirus.

  • Uninstall Avast Free Antivirus.

  • Turn off real-time protection.

  • Copy the tools folder to a local drive.

  • Turn on real-time protection.

  • Activate the sample virus.

  • Use Windows Defender.

  • Use an online antimalware scanner.

  • Explore Internet Explorer browser security features.

  • Install antispyware.

  • Run SUPERAntiSpyware.

After completing this module, you will have further knowledge of:

  • Malware basics.

  • Types of malware.

  • Common symptoms of malware infection

  • What is an antivirus application?

  • How does an antivirus application work?

  • How does an antivirus application deal with an infected file?

  • How to choose the right antivirus application?
  • Limitations of antivirus applications

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