Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Anoop C Nair
Anoop C Nair is Workplace Technology solution architect with 25+ years of experience in global enterprise organizations such as JP Morgan, Capgemini, etc. Microsoft Certified Trainer. Microsoft MVP from 2015 onwards for consecutive 11+ years! He also conducts Intune and modern workplace tech training for enterprise organizations. He is Blogger, Speaker, and Founder of HTMD Community and HTMD Conference. His main focus is on Device Management technologies like Intune, Windows, Cloud PC. He writes about technologies like Intune, SCCM, Windows, Cloud PC, Windows, Entra, Microsoft Security.
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Intune
Microsoft Intune Adds Local AI Agent Inventory for Better AI Visibility and Security on Windows Devices
Key Takeaways Microsoft Intune Adds Local AI Agent Inventory for Better AI Visibility and Security on Windows Devices! Microsoft Intune now allows admins to extend Windows device inventory by collecting details about locally installed AI agents through the Properties Catalog feature. This helps organisations improve visibility, security, compliance, and governance for AI tools running on […]
Intune
Disable Click to Do Feature on Windows Devices using Intune Policy
Key Takeaways Hey, let’s discuss Disable Click to Do Feature on Windows Devices Using Intune Policy. Click to Do is a feature that lets users take actions on content displayed on their screen. When activated, it captures a screenshot of the current screen and analyses it locally on the device to suggest relevant actions. The […]
Enable Advanced Audit Policy Settings in Windows using Intune
Key Takeaways Hey, let’s learn about ‘enable advanced audit policy settings in Windows using Intune‘. This policy helps to audit the use of backup and restore privileges. Basically, auditing means tracking and recording activities or actions in a system. This security setting determines whether to audit the use of all user privileges, including Backup and […]
Microsoft 365
Microsoft Announces Major Microsoft 365 Pricing and Packaging Changes Coming in Mid-2026
Key Takeaways Microsoft Announces Major Microsoft 365 Pricing and Packaging Changes Coming in Mid-2026! Microsoft is introducing major updates to Microsoft 365, Office 365, and EMS suites in mid-2026, adding several advanced security and management capabilities directly into existing plans. New additions include Defender for Office 365 P1, Time-of-Click Protection for malicious URL scanning, Intune […]
How to Set Maximum Storage Duration for Recall Snapshots on Windows 11 using Intune
Key Takeaways Hey, let’s learn about how to set maximum storage duration for recall snapshots on Windows 11. This policy setting allows you to control the maximum number of days that Windows saves snapshots for recall. Recall continuously captures snapshots of user activity. This policy helps to set a time limit for storing those snapshots. […]
Windows 11
How to Fix Windows Update Issues on Restricted or Firewalled Networks
Key Takeaways: Let’s discuss about How to Fix Windows Update Issues on Restricted or Firewalled Networks. Microsoft confirmed that customers in restricted network environments may encounter Windows Update failures after installing the January 2026 optional non-security preview updates. Affected systems show error code 0x80010002 when trying to update. Due to this issue, users cannot complete […]
Azure
Azure Files Goes Cloud-Native with Entra-Only Identities and Managed Identities
Key Takeaways Managed Identity and Entra-Only identities for Azure Files help organizations build a fully cloud-native and secure storage environment by removing the need for passwords, storage account keys, on-premises Active Directory, or hybrid identity infrastructure. With native Microsoft Entra ID authentication, applications, virtual machines, and users can securely access Azure Files using identity-based authentication […]
Entra
Microsoft Entra Global Secure Access Blocks Sensitive File Uploads to ChatGPT and Gmail
Key Takeaways Microsoft has introduced new file type control capabilities in Entra Global Secure Access, helping organizations reduce Shadow AI and data leakage risks. The feature allows administrators to block users from uploading sensitive file types to unapproved AI platforms such as ChatGPT and unapproved email communication services like Gmail at the network layer. The […]
Microsoft 365
Microsoft Introduces File Quarantine for SharePoint and OneDrive DLP Policies to Strengthen Data Protection
Key Takeaways Microsoft Purview is adding a new File Quarantine feature for SharePoint and OneDrive DLP policies. If a file breaks a DLP rule, it will be moved automatically to a secure quarantine location managed by admins. Users will only see a placeholder message instead of opening the file directly. This helps organizations protect sensitive […]
Windows 11
Microsoft Improves Windows 11 Start Menu and Taskbar with New Personalization Features and Quality Enhancements
Key Takeaways: Let’s discuss about, Microsoft Improves Windows 11 Start Menu and Taskbar with New Personalization Features and Quality Enhancements. Microsoft bring new enhancements and quality on features in Start Menu and Taskbar on Windows 11 devices. Microsoft is focuses to bring flexibility and personalization on most visible and frequently used experiences in Windows. As […]
How to Control Search Settings on Windows Taskbar using Intune Policy
Key Takeaways How to Control Search Settings on Windows Taskbar using Intune Policy! Let’s learn how to control search settings on the Windows taskbar using Intune policy. This policy helps to configure search on the taskbar. If you disable this policy setting or do not configure it, users can see and change this setting. This […]
Entra
Microsoft Entra ID Increases Conditional Access Policy Limit from 195 to 244 for Complex Security Environments
Key Takeaways Microsoft has increased the maximum number of Conditional Access policies in Microsoft Entra ID from 195 to 244. This is helpful for organisations that manage large environments with many users, apps, devices, and security requirements. Microsoft Entra ID Increases Conditional Access Policy Limit from 195 to 244 for Complex Security Environments Even though […]
Intune
MS Intune Secure Boot Certificate Status Report Now Shows Detailed Status for Each Certificate
Key Takeaways The new Secure Boot Certificate Status report in MS Intune now provides a detailed flyout view for every certificate status, making it easier for admins to understand the exact Secure Boot configuration of each device. The report clearly shows whether certificates are up to date, not up to date, Unknown, or not applicable, […]
Microsoft
Why Setting Up Backup MFA Methods Is Important to Avoid Getting Locked Out of Your Own Account
Key Takeaways Why Setting Up Backup MFA Methods Is Important to Avoid Getting Locked Out of Your Own Account! Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) adds extra security to accounts, but sometimes it can create a frustrating login problem. This usually happens when a user tries to sign in and the account asks for approval from an authenticator […]
iOS
Update M365 Apps on macOS and iOS Before July 2026 to Avoid Certificate Expiration Issues
Key Takeaways: Let’s discuss Update M365 Apps on macOS and iOS Before July 2026 to Avoid Certificate Expiration Issues. Microsoft announced the biggest change in licensing update for Microsoft 365 apps on macOS and iOS takes effect on July 13, 2026. Apps that are updated to the minimum required versions already include the renewed certificate and […]
Intune
Updated Windows Device Sync Experience Enhances Per-Device Troubleshooting
Key Takeaways The updated Windows device sync experience in the Microsoft Intune admin center helps you provide live sync progress. It gives admins better visibility into every stage of the synchronisation process. Instead of waiting without feedback, admins can monitor each step in real time. It makes it easier to confirm that the sync is […]
How to Set Maximum Storage Duration for Recall Snapshots on Windows 11 using Intune
Key Takeaways Hey, let’s learn about how to set maximum storage duration for recall snapshots on Windows 11. This policy setting allows you to control the maximum number of days that Windows saves snapshots for recall. Recall continuously captures snapshots of user activity. This policy helps to set a time limit for storing those snapshots. […]
Intune
Manage Samsung Galaxy Firmware Versions to Improve Security and Compliance using Microsoft Intune
Key Takeaways In this post we are discussing Manage Samsung Galaxy Firmware Versions to Improve Security and Compliance using Microsoft Intune. Microsoft Intune has received a new update that expands firmware management capabilities for Samsung Galaxy devices through Firmware Versionsintegration. This enhancement gives IT administrators more control over firmware and operating system updates, helping them […]
Intune
Windows 10 KB5060533 June 2025 Patch and 2 Zero Day Vulnerabilities and 66 Flaws
Hi Let’s discuss about, Windows 10 KB5060533 June 2025 Patch and 2 Zero Day Vulnerabilities and 66 Flaws. On this Patch Tuesday Update. This Patch Tuesday Update shows so many improvements and issues which are addressed by Microsoft. Also in Windows 11 Many Security updates are provided by Microsoft with this Patch Tuesday Update. You […]
Azure AD
Microsoft Azure Removes Default Internet Access for New Virtual Networks
Key Takeaways Here, we are discussing Microsoft Azure Removes Default Internet Access for New Virtual Networks. According to the latest news coming that After March 31, 2026, any newly created Virtual Network (VNet) will no longer have automatic access to the internet. This update was highlighted by Christiaan Brinkhoff on his social media platform. Microsoft […]
Intune
Windows 11 KB5060842 KB5060999 June 2025 Patch and 2 Zero Day Vulnerabilities and 66 flaws
Let’s discuss the Windows 11 KB5060842 KB5060999 June 2025 Patch and 2 Zero Day Vulnerability and 66 Flaws. As part of the June 2025 Patch Tuesday update, Microsoft has released two important updates for Windows 11: KB5060842 and KB5060999. These updates include several improvements and fix many security issues to make Windows 11 more stable […]
Windows 11
BitLocker Recovery Prompt Reported After April 2026 Windows Security Updates
Key Takeaways In this post, BitLocker Recovery Prompt Reported After Latest Windows Updates. Microsoft has released its April 2026Windows updates, including KB5083769, KB5082052, and KB5082200, as part of its regular Patch Tuesday. These updates bring security fixes and some system improvements for Windows 11 and Windows 10 devices. BitLocker Recovery Prompt Reported After April 2026 […]
Entra
Key Scenarios of MS Entra External Identity Deployment Architectures
Let’s discuss Key Scenarios of MS Entra External Identity Deployment Architectures. Microsoft Entra is the best choice for Enterprises to enable multiple use cases for workforces, partners, and consumers, potentially in combination. Today, every enterprise faces many challenges, including managing identities across diverse user bases, from internal workforces to external partners and consumers. You can […]
Intune
How to Control Device Security Area Visibility in Windows Security using Intune Policy
Key Takeaways How to Control Device Security Area Visibility in Windows Security using Intune Policy. This policy lets IT administrators hide the Device Security section in the Windows Security. When the policy is enabled, users will not see the Device Security area, which normally shows information about features like Secure Boot, TPM, and Core Isolation. […]
Intune
Control One Settings Service Logging in Windows using Intune
Key Takeaways Hey, let’s discuss about how to Control One Settings Service Logging in Windows using Intune. This policy decides whether Windows keeps a record of connection attempts made to the One Settings service. When this setting is turned on, Windows logs every attempt to connect to the One Settings service in a specific Event […]
Intune
Simplify Windows Devices to Run Only the Required Applications using Intune
Key Takeaways Hey, let’s learn about Simplify Windows Devices to Run Only the Required Applications using Intune. This policy lets administrators replace the default windows shell with a custom or lightweight shell. it improves performance by using system resources and is useful for devices that run a dedicated application. If the policy is disabled or […]
Intune
How to Show or Hide Lock Option in User Tile Menu on Windows using Intune Policy
Today, we are discussing on a new topic called Show or Hide Lock Option in User Tile Menu on Windows using Intune Policy. As you all know, that Setting catalog providing different kind of policy settings in those settings Experience category is one of the important one. With this Category, you can enable or disable […]
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