Which tool is integrated with Active Directory for powerful system management?

The Group Policy Management Console (GPMC) is the correct answer because it provides an interface for managing Group Policy Objects (GPOs) within an Active Directory environment. GPOs are used to enforce settings and configurations on user and computer accounts throughout the network. With GPMC, administrators can create, edit, and organize GPOs, as well as link them to specific organizational units (OUs), domains, or sites. This centralized management capability is essential for effective system management as it allows for uniform application of policies across multiple computers and users, ensuring compliance, security, and performance optimization across the organization.

In contrast, the Local Group Policy is applicable to individual machines rather than network-wide management. Task Manager is primarily used for monitoring system performance, managing running applications, and processes, but does not provide the extensive management capabilities associated with Active Directory. Windows Security Center focuses on system security and monitoring but does not integrate with Active Directory for comprehensive system management purposes.