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Key Takeaways

Group Policy is a Windows feature that allows admins to control configurations through Active Directory. Allows configuration of specific settings for specific OUs or other types of groups.

It processes in the LSDOU order. Local, Site, Domain, Organizational Unit. The last policy processed will be the one that stays on the object.

In terms of security, Group Policy allows for you to configure password policies for users and data. It also allows for system management which will lessen the chances for human error. GPOs can also be used to send out updates and patches.

Group Policy is a big vulnerability for attacks, so it is best to have some sort of auditing/monitoring solution in place.

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Conclusion

Group Policy, if configured properly with additional solutions, can be an efficient, effective, and secure way to manage a large network of objects simultaneously.