A security template is a file which represents a security configuration. Security templates may be applied to a local computer, imported to a Group Policy object, or used to analyze security.

• Before proceeding, see Checklist: Securing computers using Security Configuration Manager.
  
• For tips about using Security Templates, see Best practices for Security Templates.
  
• For help with specific tasks, see Security Templates How To ....
  
• For general background information, see Security Templates Concepts.
  
• For problem-solving instructions, see Securing Data Troubleshooting.
  
• Other security policy tools:
  

For more information on the individual security settings, see Security Setting Descriptions.