Google Workspace: Device Management, Monitoring, and Auditing Course is the third course of Exam Prep: Google Cloud Certified Associate Google Workspace Administrator Specialization. This course focuses heavily on endpoint management, covering the configuration and maintenance of a wide range of devices, including mobile devices, network settings, Chrome devices, Google Meeting Room Hardware, and the management of Chrome, Extensions, and Android Apps. A significant portion of the course is dedicated to proactive monitoring and reactive troubleshooting within Google Workspace. Learners will gain expertise in setting up and utilizing various reports and audit logs to gain deep insights into user activity, system performance, and potential security risks. The program emphasizes interpreting this data to troubleshoot common issues, identify data leakage scenarios, and leverage advanced capabilities like streaming audit data to BigQuery for in-depth analysis.
Google Workspace: Device Management, Monitoring and Auditing
This course is part of Exam Prep: Google Cloud Workspace Administrator Associate Specialization
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What you'll learn
Manage and secure Google Workspace endpoint devices.
Monitor Workspace activity using reports and audit logs.
Set up and respond to Google Workspace alerts.
Skills you'll gain
- Taking Meeting Minutes
- Configuration Management
- Google Workspace
- Apple iOS
- Security Management
- Android (Operating System)
- Network Troubleshooting
- Incident Management
- System Monitoring
- User Provisioning
- Cloud Security
- Network Monitoring
- Continuous Monitoring
- Application Deployment
- Endpoint Security
- Compliance Auditing
- Data Loss Prevention
- Annual Reports
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There are 2 modules in this course
Welcome to Week 1. This week, we'll begin by understanding the intricacies of configuring mobile devices, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance. Next, we'll explore essential network settings, covering topics like provisioning and deprovisioning, to establish a robust and secure connectivity framework. The module will also cover the provisioning, deprovisioning, and enabling of Chrome Devices, along with effective management strategies for Google Meeting Room Hardware. Furthermore, we'll learn to manage Chrome Apps, Extensions, and Android Apps to maintain a controlled and efficient application ecosystem. The module concludes with a practical demo on configuring and managing endpoint access, equipping you with the foundational skills to secure and streamline device operations.
What's included
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Welcome to Week 2. This week, we’ll begin by understanding how to effectively set up and utilize various reports to gain insights into system activity and performance. We’ll then explore the configuration and use of audit logs, a crucial component for maintaining compliance and security. A significant portion of this module will be dedicated to interpreting report and audit data, covering troubleshooting techniques and identifying data leakage scenarios. We will also learn how to stream audit data to BigQuery for advanced analysis. Practical demonstrations will accompany these concepts, providing hands-on experience. Finally, we'll cover the essential skill of managing and responding to alerts, ensuring timely intervention and proactive problem-solving. By the end of this module, you’ll be proficient in leveraging these tools to maintain a secure, compliant, and efficient Google Cloud environment.
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