Group Policy is a feature of Microsoft Windows that provides centralized management and configuration of operating systems, applications, and user settings within an Active Directory environment. It allows administrators to define specific policies and settings for users and computers across the organization, helping to enforce security measures, manage software installations, and customize user environments.
Group Policy is implemented through Group Policy Objects (GPOs), which can be linked to Active Directory containers such as sites, domains, or organizational units (OUs). GPOs can control various settings, including password policies, desktop environments, software deployment, and network configurations. This centralized approach simplifies administrative tasks, enhances security, and ensures consistent configurations across all devices and users in a networked environment.