Chapter 2: Planning Server Roles and Server Security


Introduction

Planning an effective security strategy for Windows Server 2003 requires an understanding of the roles that different servers play on the network and the security needs of different types of servers based on the security requirements of your organization. Securing the servers is an important part of any network administrator’s job.

In this chapter, we will first review server roles and ensure that you have an understanding of the many roles Windows Server 2003 can play on the network. We will discuss domain controllers; file and print servers; DHCP, DNS, and WINS servers; Web servers; database servers; mail servers; certification authorities; and terminal servers. Then we will delve into how to plan a server security strategy. We will examine how to choose the right operating system according to security needs, how to identify minimum security requirements for your organization, and how to identify the correct configurations to satisfy those security requirements.

Next, you will learn how to plan baseline security on both client and server machines. We will cover planning the secure baseline installation parameters and enforcing default security settings on new computers. We will show you how to customize server security, securing your servers according to their roles. Then we will walk you through the process of creating custom security templates and show you how to deploy security configurations.




MCSE Planning and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure. Exam 70-293 Study Guide and DVD Training System
MCSE Planning and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Exam 70-293 Study Guide and DVD Training System
ISBN: 1931836930
EAN: 2147483647
Year: 2003
Pages: 173

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