The “Cloud-First” mandate, once the unquestionable mantra of digital transformation, has begun to show cracks. For years, the message from the top-down was simple: migrate everything to the public cloud. As systems administrators, IT managers, and DevOps engineers, we executed that vision, often burning the midnight oil integrating, refactoring, and managing multi-cloud sprawl.
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How to Secure Your Windows Servers and Prevent Cyber Attacks
Managing Windows Servers comes with a responsibility to secure them against cyber threats. Attackers often exploit misconfigurations and unpatched vulnerabilities to gain access to systems. This guide outlines five foundational security measures that system administrators can implement to protect their servers and network computers.
1. Keep Your Servers Updated
Regular updates are essential to patch vulnerabilities that attackers may exploit.
– Enable Windows Update to install security patches automatically.
– Use Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) to manage updates across multiple systems.
– Schedule regular manual checks for updates on servers that cannot auto-update due to business constraints.
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