Windows 10: Security
2h 11mIntermediate2021-07-21
Authors
Martin Guidry
Microsoft Certified Trainer, Authority on SQL Server and SharePoint
Course details
Whether you are upgrading or starting with a new operating system out of the box, give yourself the peace of mind that your system will be secure by taking a few necessary actions. In this course, Martin Guidry guides you through each essential security step. Martin takes you through familiar ground, such as standard account setup with accounts, authorization, user groups, and permissions. He also takes you through unfamiliar territory like enhanced features and new products, examining BitLocker, Encrypting File System (EFS), Windows Defender, IPsec, and VPN. Martin shows you how to protect your computer from a network attack, apply security policies in Group Policy, use remote desktop, and more. He gives you step-by-step walkthroughs, in addition to best practice discussions.
Skills covered
Client Operating SystemsWindowsIT Help DeskMicrosoftDeep Dive (X:Y)
Concepts
Introduction
- Windows 10 security overview
- What you should know before starting
- About this update
Authentication and Accounts
- Overview of authentication and accounts
- Working with local accounts in Windows 10
- Working with Microsoft accounts in Windows 10
- Working with domain accounts in Windows 10
- Working with Azure accounts in Windows 10
Authorization
- Overview of authorization
- Understanding inheritance of permissions
- Assigning permissions
- Creating and using groups
- Working with built-in groups
Encryption
- Overview of encryption
- Using BitLocker
- Using Encrypting File System (EFS)
- Encrypting files for the cloud
Viruses and Malware
- Virus and malware overview
- Exploring antimalware solutions
- Windows Defender - Virus and threat protection
- Windows Defender - Device performance and health
- Windows Defender - Firewall and network protection
- Windows Defender - App and browser control
- Windows Defender - Application guard
- Windows Defender - Endpoints
Network Security
- Securing network traffic by using IPsec
- Using VPN in Windows 10
Group Policy
- Overview of Group Policy
- Applying security settings by using Group Policy
- Using Group Policy to audit actions in Window 10
- Using Group Policy to harden Windows 10
Remote Desktop
- Basic configuration of Remote Desktop
- Advanced Remote Desktop configuration using Group Policy
- Allowing Remote Desktop through firewall
- Changing listening port for Remote Desktop
Additional Security Considerations
- Controlling updates for Windows 10
- Browsing the web securely with Edge
- Secure Boot
- Enabling controlled folder access
Conclusion
- Where to learn more about Windows 10 security