Security Configuration and Analysis

You can use Security Configuration and Analysis to analyze and configure local computer security.

•	Before proceeding, see Checklist: Securing your computers using Security Configuration Manager
•	For help with specific tasks, see How To
•	For general background information, see Concepts
•	For problem-solving instructions, see Troubleshooting
•	Other security policy tools:

Security Configuration Manager Tool	Description
Security Templates	Defines a security policy in a template. These templates can be applied to Group Policy or to your local computer.
Security Settings extension to Group Policy	Edits individual security settings on a domain, site, or organizational unit.
Local Security Policy	Edits individual security settings on your local computer.
Secedit.exe	Automates security configuration tasks at a command prompt.

For more information on the individual security settings, see Security settings descriptions