The Center for Internet Security has released the CIS Level-1 Benchmark and Scoring Tool for Windows 2000 now available FREE along with an Implementation Guide that contains step-by step instructions on utilizing the CIS Windows 2000 Level I Benchmark Security Template. The Benchmark is a compilation of security configuration actions and settings that "harden" Windows 2000 operating systems. It is a CIS Level-I benchmark – the prudent level of minimum due care for operating system security. The Scoring Tool provides a quick and easy way to evaluate your host systems, and compare their level of security against the minimum due care security standard.