Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate

24 hours of advanced training course

Includes 2 distinct modules with Microsoft MD-100 & MD-101

Prepare for Microsoft 365 certification exams

Pay comfortably with instalment plans

Online & classroom learning options

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Overview

What you will learn

Gain an intro to Microsoft 365 Modern Desktop Administration
Deploy and configure Windows 10 devices
Manage and secure Windows 10 environments
Implement Windows security and threat protection
Configure connectivity for Windows 10 devices
Administer Microsoft Intune for device management
Support and troubleshoot Windows 10 issues

Learning objectives

Upon finishing the training, you will master

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Demonstrate foundational knowledge of the Power Platform

Unlock opportunities for career growth with certification

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Prerequisites

Somethings you need before starting

To enrol in the Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate Certification, the professionals must have some basic experience with Microsoft Enterprise ID and Microsoft 365 technologies, including Intune.

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Curriculum

Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Windows 10 Installation
- Understanding the Basics
- Windows 10 Architecture
- Preparing to Install Windows 10
- Installing Windows 10
- Understanding Automated Deployment Options
- Deploying Unattended Installations
- Windows Update
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
Chapter 3: Configuring Users
- Understanding User Accounts
- Working with User Accounts
- Managing User Properties
- Troubleshooting User Account Authentication
- Managing and Creating Groups
- Managing Security Using GPOs and LGPOs
- Configuring User Account Control
- Understanding Smart Cards
- Configuring Remote Management
- Using PowerShell
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
Chapter 4: Managing Data
- Managing File and Folder Security
- Managing Network Access
- Understanding Hardware Security
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
Chapter 5: Managing the Windows 10 Environment
- Managing Windows
- Configuring Mobility Options
- Managing Windows 10 Services
- Configuring Internet Browsers
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
Chapter 6: Configuring Security and Devices
- Understanding Filesystems
- Configuring NTFS
- Configuring Hardware
- Managing I/O Devices
- Configuring Windows Defender Firewall
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
Chapter 7: Configuring Network Connectivity
- Understanding the Basics
- Configuring NIC Devices
- Understanding TCP/IP
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
Chapter 8: Configuring Recovery
- Understanding Recovery
- Knowing the Startup/Boot Options
- Maintaining Windows 10 with Backup and Restore
- Using System Protection
- Monitoring Windows
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- MD-100 Windows 10 Practice Labs
- Install Windows 10 Language Packs
- Migrate User Data
- Install Windows 10 with WDS
- Upgrade to Windows 10 using MDT
- Manage Windows Images with Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit
- Configure Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer
- Manage Windows Desktop
- Manage Devices and Printers
- Administer Users and Groups
- Manage File System Security
- Implement Local Policy and Domain Group Policy
- Manage Windows Registry
- Manage User Account Control Settings
- Secure Windows 10 with Windows Defender Firewall
- Configure Connection Security Rules in Windows Defender Firewall
- Implement Encrypting File System
- Configure Windows 10 VPN Client Part 1
- Configure Windows 10 VPN Client Part 2
- Configure Windows 10 VPN Client Part 3
- Configure Windows 10 VPN Client Part 4
- Configure Windows 10 Remote Administration
- Implement Windows PowerShell Remoting and Remote Assistance
- Manage Windows 10 Backup and Restore
- Manage Windows 10 Recovery and Startup Issues
- Manage Windows Updates
- Configure and Analyze Windows Event Logs
- Collect Windows 10 System Performance Metrics
Manage Remote Desktop Access
Troubleshoot Common Network Problems

Chapter 1: Introduction
- The Microsoft Certification Program
- Who Should Read This Course?
- What's Inside?
- Objective Mapping
Chapter 2: Installing and Updating Windows 10
- Understanding the Basics
- Understanding the Windows 10 Architecture
- Preparing to Install Windows 10
- Installing Windows 10
- Understanding Automated Deployment Options
- Deploying Unattended Installations
- Deploying with Windows Autopilot
- Understanding Windows Updates
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
Chapter 3: Managing Authentication
- Active Directory vs. Azure Active Directory
- Managing Hybrid Networks
- Implementing Active Directory Federation Services
- Using PowerShell Commands
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
Chapter 4: Managing Devices
- Understanding File Systems
- Configuring NTFS
- Configuring Disk Storage
- Using the Disk Management Utility
- Managing Storage
- Windows 10 Devices in Azure
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
Chapter 5: Planning and Managing Microsoft Intune
- Managing Devices with Microsoft Intune
- Supporting Applications
- Understanding Updates
- PowerShell Commands
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
Chapter 6: Managing Security
- Managing Windows Security
- Configuring Windows Firewall
- Managing Security
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
Chapter 7: Configuring Auditing
- Monitoring Windows
- Summary
- Exam Essentials

Frequently asked questions

The Modern Desktop Administrator certification prepares learners with the essential skills to effectively deploy, configure, secure, manage, and monitor devices and client applications within enterprise environments. This certification also covers critical responsibilities such as managing identity, access, policies, updates, and applications, ensuring smooth and secure operations across modern workplace systems.

The course modules covered in our training are as follows:

Microsoft MD-100 - Windows 10 Curriculum
Microsoft MD-101 - Managing Modern Desktops Curriculum

There are no specific prerequisites required to enrol for Microsoft Modern Desktop. However, one must have some basic experience with Microsoft Enterprise ID and Microsoft 365 technologies, including Intune.

Professionals after completing Modern Desktop Administrator in Dubai can avail following job roles:

Desktop Support Specialist
Systems Administrator
IT Technician
Network Administrator
Help Desk Analyst roles

Our training in Dubai holds strong recognition within the industry. It demonstrates a candidate's foundational understanding of Microsoft 365 services, improving their credibility and competitiveness in the job market. This certification serves as a valuable credential for individuals seeking to establish or advance their careers in the modern workplace.

The benefits of becoming a Modern Desktop Administrator Associate are as follows:

Increased Job Opportunities
Enhance your Credibility and Marketability
Improved Efficiency and Productivity
Gain Recognition in Your Place of Work
Better Teamwork and Collaboration
Stay Current with the Latest Software

The MD-100 exam evaluates your skills in installing and configuring Windows 10 on individual devices. In contrast, the MD-101 exam focuses on your ability to manage Windows PCs within an enterprise environment. Together, these assessments ensure a comprehensive understanding of both standalone and enterprise-level device management.

The key skills professionals will gain with Modern Desktop Administrator certification are as follows:

Deploy and manage a Microsoft 365 tenant
Implement and manage Microsoft Entra identity and access
Manage security and threats by using Microsoft Defender XDR
Manage compliance by using Microsoft Purview

A Modern Desktop Administrator helps you with the expertise to deploy, configure, secure, and manage devices and client applications in enterprise environments. Additionally, it provides in-depth knowledge of managing identity, access, policies, updates, and applications, enabling you to effectively oversee modern desktop solutions.

We at Learners Point Academy provide both online and offline training sessions. Hence professionals can take the training program based on their preference.