• Online, Self-Paced
Course Description

In this Challenge Lab, you will use a variety of common Windows tools and features. First, you will explore the Windows Administrative Tools and Computer Management interfaces, and then you will use Task Scheduler to create a task. Next, you will check the system for memory issues, and then you will review effective permissions. Next, you will configure Windows File History, and then you will perform a backup. Finally, you will configure application control policies by using Local Group Policy. Note: Once you begin the challenge lab, you will not be able to pause, save, or exit and then return to your challenge lab. Please ensure that you have set aside enough time to complete the challenge lab before you start.

Learning Objectives

In this Challenge Lab, you will use a variety of common Windows tools and features. First, you will explore the Windows Administrative Tools and Computer Management interfaces, and then you will use Task Scheduler to create a task. Next, you will check the system for memory issues, and then you will review effective permissions. Next, you will configure Windows File History, and then you will perform a backup. Finally, you will configure application control policies by using Local Group Policy. Note: Once you begin the challenge lab, you will not be able to pause, save, or exit and then return to your challenge lab. Please ensure that you have set aside enough time to complete the challenge lab before you start.

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) identified within the Specialty Areas listed below. Click to view Specialty Area details within the interactive National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.