MS-900T01: Microsoft 365 Fundamentals Course Overview

MS-900 : Microsoft 365 Fundamentals Course Prerequisites:

Students do not need to have any experience with Microsoft 365 before taking this course; however, a basic level of familiarity with computer technology and cloud computing is assumed.

Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft 365

1.1 Understanding Cloud Concepts
- What is cloud computing?
- Benefits of cloud computing
- Public vs. private vs. hybrid clouds
- IaaS, PaaS, SaaS - service models explained

1.2 Microsoft 365 Overview
- What is Microsoft 365?
- Components of Microsoft 365
- How Microsoft 365 differs from Office 365
- Licensing options and plans

1.3 Microsoft 365 Services and Concepts
- Office Applications
- Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and OneDrive for Business
- Microsoft Teams
- Additional services: Power BI, Yammer, Planner, and more

1.4 Microsoft 365 Collaboration Tools
- Teams for collaboration and communication
- SharePoint for document management and intranet functionalities
- Yammer for social networking in the enterprise

Module 2: Core Microsoft 365 Services and Features

2.1 Microsoft 365 Core Services
- Office Apps and services
- Microsoft 365 Admin Center framework
- Device Management
- Security & Compliance

2.2 Managing Microsoft 365 Subscriptions
- Purchasing plans and subscriptions
- Managing user accounts and licenses
- Service health and continuity

2.3 Networking and Data Security in Microsoft 365
- Data centers and network connectivity
- Encryption, threat management
- Data loss prevention (DLP)

Module 3: Security, Compliance, Privacy, and Trust in Microsoft 365

3.1 Security Fundamentals in Microsoft 365
- Security features and tools
- Secure score in Microsoft 365
- Azure Identity Protection
- Threat Protection

3.2 Identity and Access Management
- Azure Active Directory
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- Conditional Access policies

3.3 Compliance and Data Protection
- Compliance Center in Microsoft 365
- Data governance and records management
- eDiscovery and audit logs

3.4 Trust and Privacy
- Privacy settings and data handling
- User consent and permissions
- Transparency and the Trust Center

Module 4: Microsoft 365 Pricing and Support

4.1 Microsoft 365 Licensing
- Understanding licensing options
- Comparing different Microsoft 365 plans
- Features and benefits specific to each plan

4.2 Planning and Implementing Deployments
- Deployment plans for Microsoft 365
- Best practices for rollout and adoption
- Training and support resources

4.3 Support in Microsoft 365
- Service level agreements (SLAs)
- Support channels and resources
- The role of the FastTrack Center

4.4 Billing and Subscription Management
- Billing and payment options
- Managing and analyzing billing reports
- Subscription adjustments and optimization

Hands-On Lab Activities:
Throughout this course, practical lab activities will be incorporated, providing participants with an opportunity to apply what they have learned in a guided, hands-on environment.

Capstone Project:
Participants will be tasked with designing a Microsoft 365 deployment plan for an organization, addressing key considerations such as licensing, security, and collaboration tools selection. This project serves to consolidate the learning outcomes of the course and apply them to real-world scenarios.

Please note: The actual course content may include additional details depending on the course provider or the updates to Microsoft 365 offerings.

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