Windows Security Configuration

Windows security configuration is the discipline of applying specific operating system settings, policy controls, and security features to Windows endpoints and servers to reduce their attack surface, limit adversary capability, and maintain a documented, auditable security baseline.

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Last updated Apr 11, 2026

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Windows Security Configuration

What you need

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