Microsoft 365 (MS-900) Study Cram

Overview

• Objective: Review key content for MS-900 exam.
• Exam Details: 60 minutes, approximately 45 questions, score of 700 out of 1000 needed.
• Recommended Resources: MS-900 official website for skills outline and learning modules.
• Focus of the Exam: Fundamental concepts, not deep administration or architecture knowledge.

Microsoft 365 Applications

• Office 365: Key applications include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and Teams.
  • Evergreen Applications: Continuously updated with new functionality.
  • Licensing: Usable on up to 5 PCs/Macs and 5 mobile devices.
  • Connected Experience: Many applications have cloud-powered features, which can be managed in account settings.

Individual Applications:

• Word: Document creation and authoring with features like Editor and Researcher.
• Excel: Spreadsheets and visualizations.
• PowerPoint: Presentation creation with features like Presenter Coach and Designer.
• Outlook: Email, calendar, tasks, and contacts management.
• OneNote: Digital notebook with inking capabilities.
• Teams: Collaboration through chats, calls, meetings, and integrations.

Work Management Applications

• Project: For project management, available in web and desktop versions.
• Planner: Task management with a Kanban board visual experience.
• Bookings: Web-based appointment scheduling.
• To Do: Task management with integration to Planner.

Online Services and Responsibilities

• Strong focus on shared responsibility in cloud computing.
• Identity and Directory Services: Central to security and service access.
• Service Models:
  • IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service): User responsible for everything above VM.
  • PaaS (Platform as a Service): Focus on application development.
  • SaaS (Software as a Service): Complete service provided by the vendor.

Key Online Services:

• Exchange: Email, calendar, and anti-malware features.
• Teams: Central for remote collaboration.
• SharePoint: Content sharing and site creation.
• OneDrive: File storage and sharing.
• Yammer: Internal social networking.

Microsoft Viva

• Viva Connections: Employee experience platform integrating SharePoint, Yammer, and Teams.
• Viva Insights: Work patterns and productivity insights.
• Viva Topics: AI-driven organization of knowledge and expertise.
• Viva Learning: Hub for all learning resources.

Administration and Management

• Microsoft 365 Admin Center: Manage users, licenses, billing, and reporting.
• Evergreen Updates: Lifecycle management for services, including preview phases and general availability.
• Endpoint Management: Combining Intune and Configuration Manager for device management.

Windows Client Management

• Windows as a Service: Regular updates through quality updates and feature updates.
• Update Channels: Current, Monthly Enterprise, Semi-annual Enterprise channels available for control over updates.
• Windows Autopilot: Simplified provisioning for new devices.

Security and Compliance

• Defense in Depth: Multiple layers of security to protect data and applications.
• Zero Trust Model: Always verify, enforce least privilege, and assume breach.
• Encryption: Key for data confidentiality and integrity.
• Compliance Manager: Helps organizations manage compliance needs and track responsibilities.

Licensing and Support

• Purchasing Options: Direct from Microsoft, through cloud solution providers, or enterprise agreements.
• Support Resources: Community forums, Microsoft support tools, and FastTrack for onboarding assistance.

Conclusion

• Review materials thoroughly, familiarize yourself with the exam environment, and focus on key areas.
• Good luck with your studies!