Windows Security Fundamentals: User Accounts and Domain Protection

Securing modern Windows environments requires a deep understanding of how user accounts, permissions, and domains interact. This text-based course provides a clear, step-by-step introduction to safeguarding Windows systems against common vulnerabilities and credential theft. You will transition from understanding basic security settings to implementing robust domain defenses, learning how to identify risks and apply modern protective measures. What you'll learn: - Understand core Windows security concepts, user account types, and permission structures. - Configure secure Active Directory domain controllers and implement group policies. - Identify common credential-harvesting techniques and tools used by attackers. - Apply modern mitigation strategies, including local administrator password solutions and credential guard. - Implement zero-trust principles and secure authentication flows within a Windows environment. - Practice analyzing security logs to detect unauthorized access and potential breaches. The course begins with essential terminology, basic user management, and core security architecture before advancing to domain control security and practical defense strategies. Designed specifically for beginners, this course requires no prior cybersecurity experience. Start building your skills in Windows security today.