Data security is a key component in managing Windows devices and cloud-based services. This course addresses security principles required for sharing data and how to authenticate securely. It is one in a series of courses that prepares learners for exam 98-368: Windows Devices and Mobility Fundamentals, which serves as a credit towards the Microsoft Technology Associate certification and allows students to attain a Microsoft certification, which may later upgrade to a MCSA or even MCSE certificate.
Learning Objectives
File and Print Sharing
- start the course
- configure NTFS permissions
- configure Share permissions
- share files using Windows Homegroups
- install and manage printers
- view effective permissions on files and folders
- create public shares in Windows
- create basic shares in Windows
- create advanced shares in Windows
Data Encryption
- enable and use EFS
- move or copy data that is secured using Windows EFS
- implement BitLocker To Go
- configure a client VPN connection
- manage certificates in Windows
- describe the role of SSL in data encryption
- use public and private keys during cryptography
Internet, Intranet, and Extranet
- describe private networks
- describe public networks
- describe the Windows Firewall
- describe cloud-based services
User Authentication
- use Multi-Factor Authentication in Azure
- use smart cards for authentication
- describe Windows Rights Management
- use biometrics for authentication
- use password procedures for authentication
- configure file and share permissions
Practice: Configuring Share Permissions
- create and share a folder, set folder permissions, and encrypt a file
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Specialty Areas
- Systems Administration
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