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Well I may have answered my own question but it is not exactly what I was looking for. I just added the security templates snap-in to my MMC console and can view what each template configures. I guess I was looking more for something in written form so I would still entertain and award points for a better reference.
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Well I may have answered my own question but it is not exactly what I was looking for. I just added the security templates snap-in to my MMC console and can view what each template configures. I guess I was looking more for something in written form so I would still entertain and award points for a better reference.

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I guess I feel like an idiot asking this question but all I want is a reference that explains what each of the predefined security templates do. I can't find anything on this.<br />
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I want to know what each template will change. Can someone just point me to where these are all fully described and explained?
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I guess I feel like an idiot asking this question but all I want is a reference that explains what each of the predefined security templates do. I can't find anything on this.

I want to know what each template will change. Can someone just point me to where these are all fully described and explained?

Where are the predefined securiyt templates in Windows 2000/2003 server defined

Operating system security (OS security) is the process of ensuring OS integrity, confidentiality and availability. OS security refers to specified steps or measures used to protect the OS from threats, viruses, worms, malware or remote hacker intrusions. OS security encompasses all preventive-control techniques, which safeguard any computer assets capable of being stolen, edited or deleted if OS security is compromised, including authentication, passwords and threats to systems and programs.