MD-102 Explore endpoint management

Intermediate
Administrator
Azure Virtual Desktop
Microsoft 365
Microsoft Endpoint Manager
Windows
Windows 10
Windows 365
Windows 11
Microsoft Intune

This learning path is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of enterprise desktops, Windows editions, and Microsoft Entra ID. It includes exploring various Windows editions, including their features and installation methods. It delves into Microsoft Entra ID, highlighting its similarities and differences with AD DS and how to synchronize the two. Furthermore, learners will better understand managing Microsoft Entra identities. Overall, this learning path equips learners with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively support enterprise desktops and manage Microsoft Entra identities.

Prerequisites

  • Strong technical skills installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting the Windows 10 OS or later.
  • Strong understanding of computer networking, client security, and application concepts.
  • Experience using Active Directory Domain Services.

Modules in this learning path

This module covers modern endpoint management and enterprise desktop lifecycle concepts. It teaches the stages of the lifecycle (planning, deployment, maintenance) and provides a foundation for future learning.

This module covers Windows OS editions, features, and installation methods. Learners gain a deeper understanding of the available editions and corresponding installation processes.

This module explains Microsoft Entra ID. You'll compare Microsoft Entra ID to Active Directory DS, learn about Microsoft Entra ID P1 and P2, and explore Microsoft Entra Domain Services for managing domain-joined devices and apps in the cloud.

This module teaches how to use Microsoft Entra ID effectively. You'll learn about RBAC, user roles, creating and managing users and groups, using PowerShell cmdlets, and synchronizing objects from AD DS to Microsoft Entra ID.