• Install and Secure an Operating System
Microsoft Windows products have held the largest portion of the operating system market for decades. The shift to mobile devices has introduced a variety of operating systems into the market, creating more complexity for organizations and for those charged with securing those operating systems.
Complete the Toolwire lab and use it as the foundation for this assignment. Additionally, use the study materials and engage in any further research needed to fill in knowledge gaps. Write a 2â€"3 page paper that covers the following:
• What criteria must a new business use to determine the selection of an operating system?
• Select an operating system that you believe is the most secure operating system available and provide support for that selection.
• Create a checklist of steps that a new administrator can follow to ensure the operating system is installed and configured in the most secure manner possible.
Assignment Requirements
• Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
• APA formatting: Resources and citations are formatted according to APA (6th edition) style and formatting.
• Length of paper: 2-3 pages, excluding the references page.
• Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
• Selection, Installation, and Secure Configuration of Operating Systems
INTRODUCTION
Unit 7 features a hands-on virtual lab that involves installation and secure configuration of an operating system. The configuration will include activities such as setting up user accounts and policies and reviewing the security options that are available as part of most modern operating systems. In addition to the practical technical application of these concepts, Unit 7 also covers the theoretical and analytical aspects of operating system selection, installation, and secure configuration.
OBJECTIVES
To successfully complete this learning unit, you will be expected to:
1. Install and secure an operating system and securely configure.
2. Select an operating system that you believe to be most secure and support that selection.
3. Set up user accounts and policies.
4. Configure operating system security controls.
5. Exhibit proficiency in writing, critical thinking, and research topic areas in IT security fundamentals.