Utility Spotlight: The Microsoft Security Assessment Tool

Tracking down network security problems can be tricky and time-consuming, but we have a tool that can help. In the December issue, Lance Whitney presents the Microsoft Security Assessment Tool, a free utility that asks you describe your security environment, then provides an analysis along with recommendations for improvement.

For more coverage of handy tools and utilities, keep an eye on the Utility Spotlight column in TechNet Magazine.

And check out our recent Utility Roundup post for a quick guide to other handy tools -- or in some cases, collections of tools -- we've covered in TechNet Magazine.