Configure Email Routing and Security in Google Workspace

INTERMEDIATE
90 minutes
5 tasks

In this lab, you will learn how to configure email routing and security settings for a fictional company, TechSolvers, using the Google Admin Console. You will handle scenarios that require configuring MX records, setting up mail routing for split and dual delivery, and implementing content compliance and security rules to prevent spam, phishing, and malware. Additionally, you will practice delegating email access and configuring Gmail forwarding and POP/IMAP access. By the end of this lab, you will obtain hands-on experience in managing email security practices recommended by Google and understand how to migrate email data efficiently.

Scenario

TechSolvers, a rising tech company, wants to enhance its email system to ensure robust security and smooth communication amongst its team. The company has offices in three different countries, necessitating a reliable email setup to support their international operations.

Learning Objectives

  • Configure MX records for email routing.
  • Set up basic mail routing scenarios for split and dual delivery.
  • Implement content compliance rules to filter and route emails based on content.
  • Configure spam, phishing, and malware settings.
  • Delegate Gmail access and configure forwarding and POP/IMAP access.

tasks (5)

task 1: Configure MX records for TechSolvers' domain.

20 min

task 2: Set up basic mail routing for split delivery.

25 min

task 3: Implement content compliance rules for filtering emails.

20 min

task 4: Configure Gmail spam, phishing, and malware protection.

15 min

task 5: Delegate Gmail access and configure forwarding settings.

20 min

Prerequisites

  • Basic understanding of Google Admin Console navigation.
  • Knowledge of email security and compliance concepts.

Skills Tested

Configuring MX records for email routing.Configuring basic mail routing scenarios for split and dual delivery.Using content compliance rules to filter and route emails based on content.Configuring spam, phishing, and malware settings.Delegating Gmail access and configuring forwarding and POP/IMAP access.
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