How to Install and Configure Microsoft LAPS (Local Administrator Password Solution)
📌 Introduction Microsoft Local Administrator Password Solution ( LAPS ) is a free tool that enhances security by automatically managing local administrator passwords on domain-joined computers. This guide will walk you through the installation and configuration of LAPS in a step-by-step manner. 🔍 Prerequisites Before you begin, ensure you have the following: ✅ Active Directory configured ✅ Domain Admin or equivalent privileges ✅ Windows Server with Group Policy Management ✅ Windows Clients (Windows 10/11) joined to the domain 📥 Step 1: Download and Install LAPS 1️⃣ Download LAPS from the official Microsoft Download Center: 👉 https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=46899 2️⃣ Run the LAPS.x64.msi installer on your Domain Controller (DC) and client machines. 3️⃣ On the Installation Wizard , select: ✅ AdmPwd GPO Extension ✅ PowerShell Module ✅ Management Tools 4️⃣ Click Install and wait for the process to complete. 🔗 Step 2: Extend Active Directory Schem...