Windows Vista is Microsoft’s newest operating system. Although it’s considered to be the most secure version of the Microsoft Windows operating system to date, configuring its new security features and winding your way through Vista’s new user interfaces can be a daunting task. author & experienced security administrator Bobby Rogers will guide you to the key information that both beginners and seasoned professionals will need to securely deploy Windows Vista in a home, small business, or enterprise-level environment. To begin learning simply click the links.
Introduction & Course Overview
Introduction & Course Overview Introduction to Vista Security
Windows Security Over the Years Versions of Vista New Security Features in Vista Comparison of Vista Security Features User & Group Security
Windows Accounts Windows Groups User Account Control Configuring User & Group Security Pt. 1 Configuring User & Group Security Pt. 2
NTFS & Share Permissions
Rights/Privileges & Permissions
Share Permissions
NTFS Permissions
Effective Permissions & Deny Permissions
Demonstration: Configuring Permissions
Managing Windows Vista Security
The Windows Security Center
Fighting Malware With Windows Defender
Demonstration: Configuring Windows Defender
The New & Improved Windows Firewall
Demonstration: Configuring Windows Firewall
Local Security Policies & Settings
Data Protection in Vista
Data Protection Methods
EFS
Auditing Pt. 1
Auditing Pt. 2
Bit Locker
Demostration: Implementing EFS
Internet Explorer Security
Improvements in Internet Explorer
Phishing Filters
Parental Controls
Configuring Privacy
Configuring Zones Pt.1
Configuring Zones Pt.2
Configuring Advanced Settings
Authentication Methods & Protocols
Authentication Protocols
User account Security
Password Security Pt.1
Password Security Pt.2
Advanced Authentication Methods
Integration with Active Directory
Active Directory Concepts
Domain User & Computer Accounts
Using Groups in Domains
Group Policy
Network Security
Network Security Features in Vista
Windows Firewall/Advanced Security Pt.1
Windows Firewall/Advanced Security Pt.2
Configuring IPSec in Vista
Wireless Security in Vista
Vista Improvements in Wireless Security
Wireless Security Basics
Configuring Wireless Security in Vista
Demo: Configuring Wireless Security
Securing the OS
Securing the Installation
Local Security Policy Pt.1
Local Security Policy Pt.2
Local Security Policy Pt.3
Security Configuration & Analysis Tool
Configuring Windows Update
Security Testing Windows Vista
Introduction to Security Testing
Security Testing Techniques & Methods
Security Testing Tools
Demo: Security Testing Tools
Best Vista Security Practices
Best Installation Practices
Best Configuration Practices
Best Practices with Securing Data
Best Network & Wireless Security Practices
Course Wrap Up
Course Wrap Up
Credits
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