Password and Account Management on a Windows Device
Welcome to the Password and Account Management on a Windows Device Practice Lab. In this module, you will be provided with the instructions and devices needed to develop your hands-on skills.
This module discusses the best practices and techniques for helping users and administrators secure their computers and networks. We'll go over best practices for password management and how to use the lockout features. You will also learn about the boot process and how to make it safer. Best methods for securing end-user devices and protecting data and techniques for increasing account management security will be discussed. Group policy will be used to set some time limits and disable some features that make life easier but can open a large security hole.
Overview
Learning Outcomes:
In this module, you will complete the following exercises:
- Exercise 1 – Best Practices for Password Management
- Exercise 2 – Best Practices for Securing End-User Devices and Data
- Exercise 3 – Account Management Techniques
- Exercise 4 – End-User's Best Practices
After completing this module, you should be able to:
- View Methods for Password Complexity & Expiration Requirements
- Use Failed Attempt Lockout
- Enable Screensaver & Screen Locks
- Encrypt a Drive with BitLocker
- View Administrator Account Properties
- View Guest Account Properties
- Access and Change Setting in Group Policy
- Disable Autorun/AutoPlay
After completing this module, you should have further knowledge of:
- BIOS/UEFI Password Management
- Physically Securing and Protecting Hardware
- Logoff Best Practices
Exam Objectives:
The following exam objectives are covered in this module:
2.6 Given a scenario, configure a workstation to meet best practices for security
- Data-at-rest encryption
- Password best practices
- End-user best practices
- Account management
- Change default administrator’s user account/password
- Disable AutoRun