What is the function of the Security Account Manager (SAM) in Windows security?

[ProfRon]

You know, SAM handles all those user logins in Windows. It keeps track of who you are when you boot up. I mean, without it, your password wouldn't even matter.

Picture this: you type in your credentials. SAM checks if they match what's stored. It decides if you get in or bounce out.

I've fixed systems where SAM got corrupted. That locks everyone out fast. You have to restore it carefully to avoid chaos.

It stores groups too, like admins or guests. SAM figures out your access levels. No SAM, no smooth entry to files.

Sometimes folks mess with SAM for fun. But that's risky, trust me. It guards the basics of your setup.

I once helped a buddy tweak permissions via SAM. We laughed when it almost wiped his profile. Keeps things lively.

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