Google Workspace: Advanced Administration & Security is the second course of Exam Prep: Google Cloud Certified Associate Google Workspace Administrator Specialization. This course provides an in-depth exploration of Google Workspace administration, focusing on crucial aspects like authorization, access management, comprehensive mail handling, and robust security practices. Learners will gain expertise in configuring Google Workspace as both a Service Provider and an Identity Provider, alongside managing access to third-party applications. The curriculum covers data governance and security, including setting up and managing Vault for eDiscovery and compliance, configuring Drive and Shared Drives, and implementing data security and compliance measures.
Google Workspace: Advanced Administration & Security
This course is part of Exam Prep: Google Cloud Workspace Administrator Associate Specialization
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What you'll learn
Effectively manage user and application access within Google Workspace, including third-party integrations.
Configure and troubleshoot Google Workspace mail settings, routing, and security rules.
Leverage Google Workspace as both a Service Provider and Identity Provider for enhanced organizational control.
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There are 3 modules in this course
Welcome to Week 1. This week, we'll begin by understanding and implementing robust authorization policies to secure your resources. A significant focus will be on leveraging Google Workspace, exploring its capabilities as both a Service Provider and an Identity Provider, complete with comprehensive, multi-part demonstrations for practical insight. Furthermore, we’ll learn how to effectively manage access to third-party applications and websites, ensuring a secure and controlled environment. By the end of this module, you’ll possess the essential skills to govern user access, enforce security policies, and manage identities across your Google Cloud and integrated applications, foundational for maintaining a secure and compliant infrastructure.
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12 videos2 readings2 assignments
Welcome to Week 2. This week, we'll delve into the intricacies of Google Workspace mail management, starting with an in-depth look at configuring general mail settings and mail routing rules, complete with practical demonstrations. We’ll then explore the critical aspect of managing mail-related DNS settings to ensure seamless mail flow. A significant portion of this module will be dedicated to diagnosing and resolving mail routing issues, reinforced by hands-on demos to equip you with troubleshooting expertise. Finally, we’ll cover configuring and managing security, compliance, and spam rules, again with practical demonstrations, to safeguard your organization's communication. By the end of this module, you’ll possess the skills to effectively set up, maintain, and troubleshoot mail services.
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15 videos1 reading2 assignments
Welcome to Week 3. This week, we'll begin by exploring the configuration and management of Google Vault, understanding its role in data retention, e-discovery, and compliance, with practical demonstrations to solidify your understanding. Next, we'll focus on Google Drive and Shared Drives, covering best practices for organization, access control, and collaborative workflows. A significant portion of this module will be dedicated to ensuring compliance with various regulatory requirements, providing you with the knowledge and tools to meet industry standards. By the end of this module, you'll possess critical skills for safeguarding data, maintaining compliance, and effectively managing your Google Workspace environment.
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