Security Implementation on a Windows Device

Welcome to the Security Implementation 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.

Security and privacy are dependent on an operating system that protects your system and data from the moment it boots up, providing fundamental chip-to-cloud security. Windows security has improved over the years, with extensive security measures designed to keep you safe.

Microsoft defender antivirus software, for example, aids in the protection of the system against malware. The Windows Defender Firewall is a stateful firewall that monitors and controls the network traffic in and out. Windows Hello and other sign-on options aid in incorporating new authentication technologies such as biometrics. Permissions and rights are used to define what users are and are not allowed to do. Encryption methods such as BitLocker and EFS help protect data from prying eyes at rest and in transit. This module will show you how to access and use these features to help improve the PC's and network's security posture.

Overview

Learning Outcomes:

In this module, you will complete the following exercises:

  • Exercise 1 – Manage Microsoft Defender Antivirus
  • Exercise 2 – Manage Windows Defender Firewall
  • Exercise 3 – BitLocker and EFS
  • Exercise 4 – Users and Groups in Windows
  • Exercise 5 – Login Options for Windows Systems
  • Exercise 6 – NTFS vs. Share Permissions

After completing this module, you should be able to: 

  • Activate/Deactivate Microsoft Defender Antivirus and Update Virus Definitions
  • Activate & Deactivate Windows Defender Firewall
  • Create a Rule Blocking a Port
  • Block a Program through the Windows Defender Firewall
  • Allow a Program through the Windows Defender Firewall
  • Activate BitLocker To Go
  • Configure BitLocker Settings via GPO
  • Create an Encrypting Files System (EFS)

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

  • Users and Groups in Windows
  • Different Methods of Log on Protections and Options
  • NTFS vs. Share Permissions
  • Run as Administrator vs. Standard User

Exam Objectives:

The following exam objectives are covered in this module:

2.5 Given a scenario, manage and configure basic security settings in the Microsoft Windows OS

  • Defender Antivirus
  • Firewall
  • Users and groups
  • Login OS options
  • NTFS vs. share permissions
  • Run as administrator vs. standard user
  • BitLocker
  • BitLocker To Go
  • Encrypting File System (EFS)
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