What is a group policy editor? Give a brief introduction to group policy? For which version of Windows is it available? What are the configurations possible using this tool?
The Group Policy Editor is used to manage all policy settings in Management Console. It was first introduced in Windows Server 2003 and is available only in the Professional versions of Windows; Home users won’t have access to it. It is a powerful way of setting a corporate network with every computer locked down so users can’t run the unapproved software and make unwanted changes.
The Group Policy Editor is a tool that allows administrators to manage policy settings in MMC or Microsoft Management Console snap-ins. It is included in all versions of Microsoft Windows Server since Windows Server 2003. The GPOs or the Group Policy Objects store the policy settings set by the administrator using the Group Policy Editor. These settings will not take effect until the system applies them.
Extensions that work with the Group Policy Editor include software installation, Administrative Templates, Security Settings, and remote installation services. If you want to access the Group Policy Editor on your computer, click “Start,” “All Programs,” “Accessories,” and then “Command Prompt.” In the command prompt window, type without quotes “gpedit.msc” then hit Enter. Another way is to press the Windows key + R.
In the Run dialog, type without quotes “gpedit.msc” then hit Enter. You can also click “Start” then in the search box type without quotes “gpedit.msc” then click “gpedit.msc” on the results.
