Intune Overview

Microsoft Intune Overview

Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based solution that securely manages devices, apps, and identities. It supports hybrid and remote workforces by allowing organizations to control access to resources on both company-owned and personal devices. Intune integrates with other Microsoft services and third-party apps, enabling simplified endpoint management and enforcing security policies.

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/mem/intune/fundamentals/high-level-architecture

Key Features:

• Device and App Management: Manage a wide range of devices (Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, Linux) and control access to organizational data with customizable policies.

• App Protection: Securely deploy, update, and manage apps. Apply app protection policies that safeguard sensitive data, even on unmanaged devices.

• Policy Automation: Create and deploy security, compliance, and access policies to devices with internet access.

• Self-Service Capabilities: Employees can reset passwords, install apps, and access resources via the Company Portal.

• Integration with Security Tools: Integrates with Microsoft Defender and other security services to respond to threats and enforce security rules.

• Web-Based Admin Center: Access the Intune admin center from any device, manage devices, and monitor compliance through data-driven reports.

Intune supports endpoint security, enables remote access via VPN, automates patch management, and allows seamless app integration through single sign-on (SSO) with Microsoft Entra ID. It supports modern endpoint management with AI-driven insights via Microsoft Copilot and extends security to unmanaged devices with app protection policies.