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Mastering Windows 365

By : Christiaan Brinkhoff, Sandeep Patnaik, Morten Pedholt
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Book Image

Mastering Windows 365

5 (1)
By: Christiaan Brinkhoff, Sandeep Patnaik, Morten Pedholt

Overview of this book

Written by experts from the Windows 365 product group and a seasoned Microsoft MVP, this book offers a unique perspective on the features, functionality, and best practices of Windows 365. Drawing from their extensive professional experience and insight, the authors provide invaluable knowledge for those eager to learn about the next generation of cloud computing. Get ready to gain deep insights into this cutting-edge technology from industry insiders. Mastering Windows 365 starts by covering the fundamentals of Windows 365, helping you gain a deep understanding of deployment, management, access, security, analysis, and extensions with partner solutions. As you progress, you’ll explore the different connectivity layers and options to optimize your network connectivity from the endpoint to your Cloud PC. You’ll also learn how to manage a Cloud PC via the Microsoft Intune admin center successfully and experience how Windows and Windows 365 come together to provide new integrated experiences with Windows 11. In addition, this book will help you prepare for the new MD-102 Endpoint Administrator Exam, enhancing your career prospects. By the end of this book, you will be able to successfully plan, set up, and deploy Windows 365 Cloud PCs.
Table of Contents (16 chapters)
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Part 1: Understanding the Basics of Windows 365
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Part 2: Implementing and Managing Cloud PCs
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Part 3: Accessing, Securing, and Analyzing Cloud PCs
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Part 4: Extending Windows 365 with Partner Solutions

Meeting endpoint requirements

In this section, we will explore the hardware requirements for accessing a Cloud PC. These requirements differ based on the client, platform, and peripherals. Additionally, we will delve into additional hardware options that can enhance the overall experience, taking it from satisfactory to extraordinary!

One of the major advantages of Cloud PCs is their ability to leverage cloud resources for seamless performance. However, it’s important to note that there are minimal resource requirements on the endpoint side. As your endpoint setup expands, such as with multiple monitors or higher resolutions such as 4K, and the inclusion of specific offloaded workloads such as Teams, the minimum hardware requirements will increase. The Cloud PC experience can be impacted by other applications running on the endpoint. To ensure a smooth experience, it’s always recommended to consult the hardware manufacturer or software developer for any additional...