Daily Routine for Window Servers   IMPORTANT NOTE:  This document is based on Windows 200x.  The concepts should be similar across operating systems, but the commands will very likely be different.  Also, never assume the directory structures exist in your system as written in the document.  Never blindly follow security instructions -- read, review, compare, apply as it fits your system. You should do the following tasks daily (sometimes several times a day over the course of each day): Review firewall logs and port scan logs to see if anyone is attacking your servers. Block them out in your firewall. Change your root password or any root equivalent password on a regular basis. Review your system log files on a regular basis looking for errors and suspicious activity. Regularly review new technologies that are available for helping with security. IMPORTANT NOTE:  This document and all linked document is being provided as a good will gesture to the Parallels H-Sphere community and to others who may benefit from its use.  Dynamic Net, Inc. makes no representations implied or explicit as to their value or warranty. Dynamic Net, Inc. will not be held liable for any damage resulting in the application of the steps and procedures noted.  If you feel uncomfortable at all about doing any of the steps, make a complete system backup and hire a third party like We Manage Servers to do the work for you.