Active Directory

Active Directory (AD) is Microsoft’s directory service used to centrally manage users, computers, and IT resources across the company’s network. It provides authentication, authorization, and centralized policy enforcement, ensuring security and consistency in managing company systems.

Key Functions:

• User & Group Management – Centralized creation, modification, and removal of user accounts and access rights.
• Authentication & Authorization – Secure login for employees using company credentials across all systems.
• Group Policy Management – Enforcing security settings, software deployments, and configurations on all PCs.
• Computer & Device Management – Integrating workstations and servers into the domain for easier administration.
• Access Control – Restricting resources and permissions based on roles and security groups.
• Integration – Works with applications, email systems, and cloud services for unified identity management.

Objectives:

• Provide secure, centralized identity and access management.
• Simplify IT administration through automation and group policies.
• Ensure compliance with company security standards.