The blog post is part of a series that guides users through setting up Elastic Security (formerly Elastic SIEM) for home and small business environments using Elastic Stack 7.4 and later versions, specifically focusing on data collection from Windows systems using Beats. It highlights the process of installing and configuring Winlogbeat, Packetbeat, and Auditbeat on a Windows 10 computer to collect log files, network data, and system activities. The article provides detailed instructions on software setup, configuration file adjustments, and the use of PowerShell commands to manage and verify the services, emphasizing the importance of selecting appropriate log sources and configuring the GeoIP ingest pipeline for enriching data. The guide also advises on potential issues, such as script execution policies and GeoIP processor limitations, and suggests using specific PowerShell commands to determine and configure event log sources. Additionally, it discusses the use of Sysinternals System Monitor (Sysmon) and Npcap for enhanced data collection and includes tips for logging configuration and troubleshooting common errors encountered during setup. The series aims to empower users to develop a robust security solution by leveraging Elastic's tools for data visibility and analysis.