Month 4 – Windows & Linux Security

 

Month 4 – Windows & Linux Security

TopicWhat I Will DiscussToolWhat We Use the Tool ForPracticalTheory AssessmentPractical Assessment
Windows SecurityWindows security features, Windows Defender, Windows Firewall, Windows Update, User Account Control (UAC).Windows 11To secure and manage Windows computers.Enable Windows Defender, configure Windows Firewall, and check for updates.Explain Windows security features.Configure Windows security settings correctly.
Linux SecurityLinux security concepts, user accounts, permissions, updates, firewall basics.Ubuntu LinuxTo secure Linux systems.Update Ubuntu and review security settings.Explain why Linux is widely used in cybersecurity.Secure a Linux system by updating it and verifying user permissions.
Linux CommandsFile management, navigation, user management, permissions, package management.Ubuntu TerminalTo manage Linux systems using the command line.Practice commands such as pwd, ls, cd, mkdir, cp, mv, rm, and cat.Explain the purpose of common Linux commands.Demonstrate at least 10 Linux commands successfully.
Users and GroupsCreating users, managing groups, user privileges, least privilege principle.Ubuntu Terminal, Windows Computer ManagementTo control who can access a computer and its resources.Create users and groups in Windows and Linux.Explain the difference between users and groups.Create, modify, and delete users and groups.
File PermissionsRead, write, execute permissions, ownership, permission management.Ubuntu TerminalTo protect files from unauthorized access.Change file permissions using chmod and chown.Explain Linux file permissions.Correctly configure permissions for files and folders.
Windows File SystemNTFS, folders, permissions, hidden files, system files.Windows File ExplorerTo organize and secure files on Windows.Create folders, assign permissions, and hide files.Explain NTFS permissions.Configure folder permissions correctly.
Linux File SystemDirectory structure, root directory, home directory, important folders.Ubuntu TerminalTo understand Linux file organization.Navigate the Linux directory structure.Explain the purpose of key Linux directories.Locate and manage files in Linux directories.
System Updates & Patch ManagementImportance of updates, patching vulnerabilities, update management.Windows Update, Ubuntu Software UpdaterTo fix security vulnerabilities and improve system stability.Update Windows and Ubuntu to the latest patches.Explain why patch management is important.Successfully update both operating systems.
Windows FirewallFirewall concepts, inbound and outbound rules, allowing/blocking applications.Windows Defender FirewallTo control network traffic entering and leaving the computer.Create a basic firewall rule.Explain the purpose of a firewall.Configure a firewall rule successfully.
Introduction to PowerShell & BashBasic scripting, automation concepts, command execution.PowerShell, Bash TerminalTo automate system administration tasks.Run basic PowerShell and Bash commands.Compare PowerShell and Bash.Execute simple commands in both environments.

End-of-Month Project

Project Title

Secure a Windows and Linux Computer

Objectives

  • Configure user accounts.

  • Set file permissions.

  • Enable Windows Defender and Firewall.

  • Update Windows and Ubuntu.

  • Secure administrator accounts.

  • Document all security settings.

Tools

  • Windows 11

  • Ubuntu Linux

  • VirtualBox

  • Windows Defender

  • Windows Firewall

Real-Life Projects

Project 1

Secure a Family or Office Computer

  • Update the operating system.

  • Enable antivirus protection.

  • Configure the firewall.

  • Remove unused software.

  • Create a standard user account.

Project 2

Linux User Management

  • Create multiple users.

  • Assign groups.

  • Configure folder permissions.

  • Test user access.

  • Document the security configuration.

End-of-Month Assessment

Theory Assessment (30%)

  • 20 Multiple Choice Questions

  • 10 Short Answer Questions

  • Windows vs Linux comparison

  • Scenario-based security questions

Practical Assessment (40%)

Students must:

  • Create and manage Windows users.

  • Create Linux users and groups.

  • Change Linux file permissions.

  • Configure Windows Firewall.

  • Enable Windows Defender.

  • Update Windows and Ubuntu.

  • Execute basic PowerShell and Bash commands.

Project Assessment (20%)

  • System security configuration

  • User and permission management

  • Documentation quality

  • Demonstration of the secured systems

Class Participation (10%)

  • Attendance

  • Lab participation

  • Homework completion

  • Group discussions

  • Practical demonstrations

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