# 1 - Active Directory (AD)

### Topics

> 1. [Introduction to Active Directory (AD)](system-security-1/1.1-introduction-to-active-directory-ad)
> 2. [Physical Components of AD](system-security-1/1.2-physical-components-of-ad)
> 3. [Logical Components of AD](system-security-1/1.3-logical-components-of-ad)

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[Building a Vulnerable Active Directory Lab: A Practical Approach](https://dev-angelist.gitbook.io/building-a-vulnerable-active-directory-lab)

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