Disclaimer: This writeup is based on a Capture The Flag (CTF) challenge hosted on TryHackMe and it is intended for educational purposes only.

Every operating system has its own personality, and if you've used a computer at school, work, or home, there's a good chance you've already met the most familiar one: Microsoft Windows. In the previous room, you explored what an operating system is, the behind-the-scenes manager that keeps your device running smoothly. Now it's time to step into a real example and see the previously learned concepts take shape on a system you may already recognize. In this room, you'll get hands-on experience with the Windows interface and begin building practical skills that will lay the foundation for the subsequent rooms of the module.

Task 1 Introduction

I understand the learning objectives and am ready to learn about Windows!

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Task 2 Exploring the Windows Workspace

Please ensure the virtual machine is open in split-screen, then take a look at the computer's Desktop. After opening About your PC, navigate to the Device specifications section. What is the Device name specified?

TryHatMe

Continue looking through the Device specifications. How much RAM is installed on your new work PC?

4.00 GB

Scroll down to the Windows specifications section. Which Version of Windows Server 2019 Datacenter is installed?

1809

Explore the TryHatMe Onboarding folder located on your computer's Desktop. What is the flag value found within Welcome.txt?

THM{welcome_to_tryhatme!}

Task 3 Configuring and Securing Windows

Use the TryHatMeWelcome installer located within the TryHatMe Onboarding folder. What is the flag value you receive after installing and running the application?

THM{your_first_day!}

Investigate the Time & Language section of the Windows Settings app. Which country or region is your computer currently set to?

United States

Open the Task Manager on your workstation's Desktop and navigate to the Users tab. Which account is currently logged in?

Administrator

After performing your custom scan, click Virus:DOS/EICAR_Test_File and select See details. What is the file name shown in the Affected items section?

tryhatmemaldoc.txt

Task 4 Conclusion

Complete the room and continue on your cyber learning journey!

No answer needed