Security settings
With security settings, you can modify the security policy of an organizational unit, domain, or site, from any one computer that is joined to a domain.
Security settings allow a security administrator to modify security settings assigned to a Group Policy object
To modify the security settings on your local computer, see Local Security Policy
| • | Before changing security settings, see Checklist: Securing your computers using Security Configuration Manager |
| • | For tips about using security settings, see Best Practices |
| • | For help with specific tasks, see How to |
| • | For general background information, see Concepts |
| • | For problem-solving instructions, see Troubleshooting |
Other security policy tools include:
| Security Configuration Manager | Description |
You can define a security policy in a template. These templates can be applied to a Group Policy object or to your local computer security. | |
You can use this tool to configure your computer using a security template or to compare your current computer settings to the settings defined in a security template. | |
You can use this tool to edit individual security settings on your local computer. | |
You can use this tool to automate security configuration tasks. |
