Microsoft 365 FundamentalsDescribe core Microsoft 365 services and conceptsHard
A Microsoft 365 administrator is configuring a new organizational policy to ensure that all user devices accessing corporate data are compliant with security standards, such as having up-to-date antivirus software and strong PINs. They also need to be able to remotely wipe corporate data from lost or stolen devices. Which Microsoft 365 service is primarily responsible for mobile device and application management?
- AMicrosoft Defender for Cloud Apps
- BMicrosoft Intune
- CAzure Active Directory
- DMicrosoft Purview Information Protection
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Correct answer: B. Microsoft Intune
Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service in Microsoft 365 that focuses on mobile device management (MDM) and mobile application management (MAM). It allows administrators to manage devices (corporate-owned and personal), enforce compliance policies, and protect corporate data, including remote wipe capabilities.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (formerly Microsoft Cloud App Security) is a Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) that provides visibility into cloud apps and services, not direct device management.
- C. Azure Active Directory is for identity and access management, not device or application management.
- D. Microsoft Purview Information Protection focuses on classifying, labeling, and protecting sensitive data, but not directly managing the devices themselves or performing remote wipes.
Microsoft Intune
A cloud-based service that focuses on mobile device management (MDM) and mobile application management (MAM). It helps organizations manage user access and simplify app and device management across many devices.
- Manages corporate and personal devices (BYOD).
- Enforces device compliance policies (e.g., strong PIN, antivirus).
- Manages mobile applications (MAM).
- Enables remote wipe of corporate data from devices.
Memory trick: Intune 'Tunes' up your devices for security and compliance.