Windows 2000 Security Basics

Windows 2000 introduced many new security features. Many of these are merely enhancements to existing infrastructure. Some of the more recent developments in application use are Internet related. Considering that most companies, including Microsoft, didn't know that the Internet existed prior to NT Service Pack 3, Microsoft has done a lot of work to close the gaps in OS security while maintaining a user-friendly means by which to implement these features.

Some of the newer features include

  • Encrypting File System

  • SmartCard Authentication

  • Active Directory Services

  • Kerberos and Fortezza support

  • Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

BizTalk Server 2002's security is truly dependent on the Windows 2000 infrastructure. Understanding ...

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