Windows 7 Chapter 7 Key Terms

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account lockout policy

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A collection of settings, such as lockout duration, that control account lockouts.

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application manifest

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An XML file that describes the structure of an application, including required DLL files and privilege requirements.

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AppLocker

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A new feature in Windows 7 that is used to define which programs are allowed
to run. This is a replacement for the software restriction policies found in Windows XP and Windows Vista.

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asymmetric encryption algorithm

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An encryption algorithm that uses two keys to encrypt and decrypt data. Data encrypted with one key is decrypted by the other key.

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audit policy

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The settings that define which operating system events are audited.

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auditing

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The security process that records the occurrence of specific operating system events
in the Security log.

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BitLocker Drive Encryption

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A feature in Windows 7 that can encrypt the operating system partition of a hard drive and protect system files from modification. Other partitions can also be encrypted.

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BitLocker To Go

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A new feature in Windows 7 that allows you to encrypt removable storage.

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Encrypting File System (EFS)

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An encryption technology for individual files and folders that can be enabled by users.

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Full Volume Encryption Key (FVEK)

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The key used to encrypt the VMK when BitLocker Drive Encryption is enabled.

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hash encryption algorithm

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A one-way encryption algorithm that creates a unique identifier that can be used to determine whether data has been changed.

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local security policy

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A set of security configuration options in Windows 7. These options are used to control user rights, auditing, password settings, and more.

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malware

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Malicious software designed to perform unauthorized acts on your computer. Malware includes viruses, worms, and spyware.

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Microsoft Security Essentials

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Free antivirus software that is available if your copy of Windows 7 is genuine.

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Network Access Protection (NAP)

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A computer authorization system for networks that prevents unhealthy computers from accessing the network.

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password policy

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A collection of settings to control password characteristics such as length and complexity.

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Secedit

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A command-line tool that is used to apply, export, or analyze security templates.

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Security Configuration and Analysis tool

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An MMC snap-in that is used to apply, export, or analyze security templates.

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security template

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An .inf file that contains security settings that can be applied to a computer or analyzed against a computer’s existing configuration.

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symmetric encryption algorithm

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An encryption algorithm that uses the same key to encrypt and decrypt data.

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Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

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A motherboard module that is used to store encryption keys and certificates.

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User Account Control (UAC)

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A feature in Windows 7 that elevates user privileges only when required.

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Volume Master Key (VMK)

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The key used to encrypt hard drive data when BitLocker Drive Encryption is enabled.

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Windows Defender

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Anti-spyware software included with Windows 7.

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Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)

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A service that collects and distributes patches to Windows workstations by using the automatic updates process.