C25 Lab 2 hr
Lab: Windows configuration and management
Practise user accounts, permissions, networking, and system management on Windows.
Objective
Configure and manage a Windows system, then record evidence of each change.
Steps
- Create a standard user account and a local administrator account.
- Set a strong password policy and enable account lockout.
- Configure a static IPv4 address, gateway, and DNS server.
- Share a folder and set NTFS permissions for the standard user.
- Use Task Manager and Event Viewer to inspect system activity.
- Capture a screenshot of each completed step.
Evidence
- Screenshots of account, network, and permission settings.
- A short note explaining why each permission level was chosen.
Marking guide
| Criterion | Marks |
|---|---|
| Accounts configured correctly | 4 |
| Network settings correct | 3 |
| Permissions applied and justified | 3 |