Features and BenefitsApplication SecurityAnyone that has installed a version of Windows earlier than Vista on their computers knows the majority of user accounts are configured as a member of the local administrator’s group, because administrator privileges are required to install, update, and run many software applications without conflicts, as well as to perform typical system level task (for example, clicking the taskbar clock to view a calendar requires administrator privileges). Granting end-users administrative privileges makes individual computers and networks vulnerable to malware and potentially increases management cost since users can easily make unapproved system changes. Malware can exploit the system-level privileges provided to the local administrator and damage files, change system configurations, and even transmit confidential data outside the network. Application Security reduces exposure and attacks by eliminating the need for users being configured as members of the local administrators group.
Microsoft Office ApplicationConfigure all major Microsoft Office applications: Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. In addition to setting all options to the desired values, you can "lock down" the chosen options to prevent user from being able to modify the values set by Group Policy Extensions.
Power OptionsPower options settings allow you to specify power schemes. You can use this power scheme policy to actually turn off devices, like monitors and PCs, and reduce the overall energy consumption for your organization.
Network ConfigurationsProtects WAN and LAN endpoints and to maintain a safe productivity level that results in improving business results while reducing costs and losses due to security incidents. Prevents user from accessing a Wireless connection while a user is connected to the LAN. Local Users and GroupsSecure desktops by managing local users and groups to meet your organization’s security access requirements and by setting or resetting local account passwords to enforce corporate security policies. You can also define domain users' local group membership (such as Administrator or Power User) granularly on each computer. Windows Explorer SettingsWindows Explorer policy settings help you create policies to manage taskbar, start menu and folder options to avoid common problems like a hidden taskbar or broken file associations.
Hardware RestrictionHardware restriction policy settings help you create policies to prevent users from using mass-storage devices. By restricting the use of non-approved and non-monitored information transfer channels, you make it more difficult for sensitive information to leak outside the network perimeter.
Internet ExplorerInternet Explorer policy settings help you create policies to manage Internet Explorer options, like advanced security options, more secure browsing and enforce the use of a popup blocker to protect users from malicious sites.
Force Group Policy RefreshForce Group Policy refresh on network events to instantly reconfigure your client computers when they move within your network or connect to your corporate network via VPN.
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