In this chapter, we have examined the many features of Windows Intune that facilitate good PC management. The Windows Intune architecture enables management from any location with the computers being managed located anywhere providing they have access to the Internet.
The Windows Intune subscription includes Windows 7 Enterprise edition, anti-malware software, management of Windows Updates, and a suite of audit and alerting technology to enable us to keep informed of the status of the environment. To assist with PC management, Remote Assistance is also provided to ensure that we can deliver an excellent quality of service. Reporting and the ability to export data for our own reports enables us to provide evidence that the excellent service is being delivered.
Finally, Windows Intune enables us to have this support provided by a Microsoft partner so not only can the infrastructure costs be managed, but so can the actual administration.
These features enable us to deliver the tasks that...