Firewall Security, Routing, and VPNs Course
1 hour, 9 minutes
Course description
Windows has built in protections from unauthorized access by including a firewall to block port traffic that is unwanted. This is true of both inbound and outbound traffic. You'll learn how to add and audit firewall rules and learn how to set up a secure virtual private network connection for remote users.
Syllabus
Proper server placement in a network
Video - 00:05:00
A discussion of placing the server in the network, such as DMZs and separation of VLANs.
NPS demo
Video - 00:09:00
A demonstration of installing and configuring network policy using NPS on a Windows server, including using NPS as a RADIUS server.
Network Policy Server (NPS)
Video - 00:03:00
NPS can be used to limit the types of authentication domain users can use to gain access to a network. The various controls are discussed.
Windows router VPN demonstration
Video - 00:09:00
A demonstration of installing and configuring VPN options for Windows Server and clients.
Windows router VPN types and security
Video - 00:05:00
Windows Server is capable of adding VPN hosting services, using various VPN technology options.
Windows router to segment subnets demo
Video - 00:04:00
Windows router can be used to separate two or more networks, which is demonstrated here to add security between subnets.
Windows router network address translation demo
Video - 00:07:00
Setting up a Windows router for NAT is demonstrated. It allows computers to connect to other networks while hiding behind the server’s outside IP address.
Windows Defender Firewall using group policy demo
Video - 00:07:00
Windows Server allows administrators to create default firewall rules for users to enforce port security.
Windows Defender Firewall outbound rules demo
Video - 00:08:00
Inbound traffic is demonstrated, using the firewall to open or close access to IP ports.
Windows Defender Firewall inbound rules demo
Video - 00:12:00
Windows Firewall is a great way to keep yourself safe from hackers, and this video discusses all the options.
Windows Firewall overview
Video - 00:01:00
An overview of Windows Defender Firewall for Windows Server.
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