Security Fundamentals: Authentication


Overview/Description
Expected Duration
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Overview/Description

One of the building blocks of successful IT security practices is a fundamental understanding of operating system security. Explore the concept of user authentication, including multifactor and RADIUS authentication.



Expected Duration (hours)
0.4

Lesson Objectives

Security Fundamentals: Authentication

  • recognize characteristics of authentication
  • distinguish between different authentication methods
  • distinguish between physical and virtual smart cards
  • recognize characteristics of RADIUS authentication
  • identify characteristics of PKI
  • use Run As to perform administrative tasks
  • identify best practices when establishing password reset procedures

    • Course Number:
    it_spmtas_04_enus

    Expertise Level
    Beginner