Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Device Configuration and Endpoint Protection with MECM from Pluralsight

Understand the device configuration and endpoint protection features that you should -- and shouldn't -- implement via MECM in this course.

Although MECM has lived a longer lifecycle than Intune, along with that long history comes a few legacy approaches to performing certain tasks. This course on device configuration may seem a little strange, because significant portions of the course are all about tasks that you ... shouldn't ... do in Configuration Manager. For many of today's device configuration and endpoint protection activities, Microsoft Intune simply offers a far superior solution. That said though, understanding where these configurations exist in MECM, and which ones you should enable versus those you can safely ignore is the mission for this course.

In this eleventh course out of sixteen, Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Device Configuration and Endpoint Protection with MECM, you'll start by exploring the options in MECM that exist for deploying device configurations to clients. Some of these, perhaps not surprisingly, involve technologies that have nothing to do with MECM at all, while others involve approaches that are better served through Intune's more MDM-like architecture. Next, you'll look at the endpoint protection policies in MECM, including which ones remain relevant for configuring via MECM today versus those better delivered from the Azure cloud.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Introduction

Configure Devices with MECM

Configure Endpoint Protection Policies with MECM

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Develops skills used by endpoint protection managers

Taught by Greg Shields, an expert in endpoint protection

Examines device configuration options in depth

Covers legacy device configuration approaches

Could benefit from more hands-on labs and interactive materials

Requires learners to have experience with endpoint protection and device configuration

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Device Configuration and Endpoint Protection with MECM with these activities:

Review device management concepts

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Review foundational concepts of device management to strengthen understanding of course materials.

Browse courses on Device Management

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Read articles or blog posts on device management best practices.
Review documentation on device management tools.
Attend a webinar or online course on device management.

Participate in a peer discussion forum

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Engage with peers in discussions to share knowledge, insights, and best practices.

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Join a discussion forum or online community.
Participate in discussions, ask questions, and provide answers.
Collaborate with peers on device configuration solutions.

Configure device settings using Configuration Manager

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Follow guided tutorials to gain hands-on experience configuring device settings.

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Follow a tutorial on creating and deploying a device configuration profile.
Configure settings for operating system updates, security policies, and remote management.
Test the configuration profiles on a test device.

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Attend an industry conference or webinar on device management

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Connect with industry experts, learn about the latest trends, and gain insights from real-world case studies.

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Find an industry conference or webinar related to device management.
Register for the event and attend the sessions.
Network with attendees and learn from their experiences.

Troubleshoot device configuration issues

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Practice troubleshooting common device configuration issues to enhance problem-solving skills.

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Review common device configuration errors and their solutions.
Simulate device configuration issues in a test environment.
Troubleshoot and resolve the simulated issues.

Participate in a device management hackathon

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Challenge yourself and collaborate with others to solve device management problems in a competitive environment.

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Find a device management hackathon and register a team.
Develop innovative solutions to the challenges presented.
Present your solution and compete for prizes and recognition.

Develop a device configuration plan

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Create a comprehensive plan for implementing and managing device configurations in a real-world scenario.

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Identify business requirements and device configuration needs.
Design and document the device configuration plan.
Test and validate the plan before implementation.

Mentor a junior device management professional

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Share your expertise and foster the growth of others in the field of device management.

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Identify a junior professional seeking mentorship.
Provide guidance on device management concepts, best practices, and career development.
Collaborate on projects and provide feedback to support their growth.

Career center

Learners who complete Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Device Configuration and Endpoint Protection with MECM will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators manage and maintain computer systems, including servers, desktops, and laptops. They also ensure that systems are secure and reliable, and that they meet the needs of the organization. This course can help Systems Administrators learn how to configure and manage device configuration and endpoint protection policies.

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IT Systems Analyst

IT Systems Analysts design, develop, and implement computer systems. They also ensure that systems are secure and reliable, and that they meet the needs of the organization. This course can help IT Systems Analysts understand how to configure and manage device configuration and endpoint protection policies.

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Data Security Analyst

Data Security Analysts protect sensitive data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course can help Data Security Analysts understand how to configure and manage device configuration and endpoint protection policies.

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Network Security Engineer

Network Security Engineers design, implement, and maintain network security systems. They also monitor and respond to security threats. This course can provide Network Security Engineers with an understanding of device configuration and endpoint protection policies.

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IT Systems Administrator

IT Systems Administrators manage and maintain computer systems, including servers, desktops, and laptops. They also ensure that systems are secure and reliable, and that they meet the needs of the organization. This course can help IT Systems Administrators learn how to configure and manage device configuration and endpoint protection policies.

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Network Administrator

Network Administrators manage and maintain computer networks, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and wireless networks. They also ensure that networks are secure and reliable, and that they meet the needs of the organization. This course can help Network Administrators learn how to configure and manage device configuration and endpoint protection policies.

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IT Security Manager

IT Security Managers plan and implement security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course can help IT Security Managers understand how to configure and manage device configuration and endpoint protection policies.

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Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects design, build, and manage cloud computing systems. They also ensure that cloud systems are secure and reliable, and that they meet the needs of the organization. This course can help Cloud Architects understand how to configure and manage device configuration and endpoint protection in the cloud.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts plan and implement security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course can help teach Security Analysts how to configure and manage endpoint protection policies.

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IT Risk Manager

IT Risk Managers identify, assess, and mitigate IT risks. This course can help IT Risk Managers understand how to configure and manage device configuration and endpoint protection policies.

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IT Security Consultant

IT Security Consultants provide guidance and advice to organizations on how to improve their IT security posture. This course can help IT Security Consultants understand how to configure and manage device configuration and endpoint protection policies.

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IT Project Manager

IT Project Managers plan, organize, and direct IT projects. They also ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This course can provide IT Project Managers with a better understanding of device configuration and endpoint protection.

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Information Technology (IT) Project Manager

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Information Technology (IT) Auditor

IT Auditors evaluate an organization's IT systems and controls to ensure that they are secure and compliant with regulations. This course can help IT Auditors understand how to configure and manage device configuration and endpoint protection policies.

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Computer Network Architect

Computer Network Architects design and build data networks, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and wireless networks. They also ensure that networks are secure and reliable, and that they meet the needs of the organization. This course can help Network Architects design and implement network security policies and procedures.

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