Course
User Account Management
There are many types of accounts, but do you know the best policy for what type you should use when logging onto your Windows 10 host? In this course, we explain and demonstrate these features and options.
Course description
Administrator and non-administrator accounts are used for different reasons. Learn how to use policies, single sign-on and UAC to protect yourself and anyone else who uses your computer from creating a backdoor to your computer by signing on.
Syllabus
Domain vs Workgroup Accounts Demo
Video - 00:03:00
A demonstration of how to move a computer from a workgroup to an Active Directory domain.
Domain vs Workgroup Accounts
Video - 00:02:00
Computer accounts are on a workgroup when first created, but you can join them to an Active Directory domain to increase security and have centralized control.
Single Sign-On
Video - 00:04:00
Single sign-on can make it easier to log in, but a discussion is made of the level of security it brings.
Configuring UAC Demo
Video - 00:02:00
Universal Access Control is demonstrated on how to properly prompt you, based on your security needs.
Configuring Universal Access Control (UAC)
Video - 00:04:00
Universal Access Control is discussed regarding how to properly prompt you, based on your security needs.
Admin vs Non-Admin Accounts Demo
Video - 00:02:00
A demonstration of how to set up the three different types of accounts on a new deployment of Windows 10.
Admin vs Non-Admin Accounts
Video - 00:01:00
A discussion of the different types of access you get with a non-administrative account.
Types of Accounts Demo
Video - 00:02:00
A demonstration of how to configure the Windows 10 account type the first time you log in.
Types of Accounts (Local, Domain, Microsoft)
Video - 00:03:00
This video explains about the different types of accounts for which you will be prompted on a new Windows 10 installation.
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