Mastering Microsoft 365 Defender: Implement Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Identity, Cloud Apps, and Office 365 and respond to threats

A common mistake when writing about any product is to rehash what is already available. In this book, Ru and Viktor do not make this mistake. Either for someone who wants to learn for the first time or for someone who's been working with the Microsoft Defender stack for a long time, the book is full of practical and to the point information which can only be learned from deep experience with the subject matter.Each chapter is 'to the point' and helps reinforce the information through a quiz on the topics covered.An absolutely great asset for anyone working with the products, it can be taken as a deep, end-to-end read, while also serving as a reference when returning to areas that you may not have worked with in some time.Highly recommended for veterans and newcomers alike!

This really is a must for any and all users who are starting to use Defender for Endpoint/365 Defender, or have been using it for a while but haven't tapped in to the rich set of features that are often over looked.Ru and Viktor have out done themselves in this book.

This is an absolute must read for anyone that deals with Microsoft Defender security products or wants to get more involved with those products. It’s clear to see that authors Ru Campbell and Viktor Hedburg are highly skilled in this area and their passion and experience really shines through in this book.The book can be enjoyed by anyone, at any level regardless of technical expertise and covers foundational security knowledge tied with the rich feature set of the Microsoft security suite.With question sets at the end of each chapter, this really helps to ensure as a reader you stay focused on the content and keeps you engaged throughout.Without a shadow of a doubt, this is a great read, so much so I’m ready to run through it again! If you work with Microsoft Defender or are thinking of starting a career in this area, buy this book.

The book covers the Defender 365 suite from Defender for Endpoint to Defender for Office 365 with a pitstop to Defender for Vulnerabilities and integration with Sentinel providing how-to guides to implement the solutions, best practices and notes from the field. You will basically learn all about Microsoft 365 Security offering. Each chapter is enriched with simple and precise description of the different settings, screenshots, scripts, KQL queries and concluded by a small quiz to reinforce the learning. Who should benefit from this book?This is only for the chosen ones 😜. If you are a Security professional, using or planning to migrate to M365 ecosystem, student or IT professional - in short everyone - this book is for you! What you would get from tens of hours of documentation review and research is resumed in a single comprehensive book. This is, in my opinion, a clear evidence of Ru and Viktor experience and knowledge and a must have in your library!👏

Microsoft Defender is a huge and important area of the Microsoft suite of security products and pretty much every customer I work with is developing a capability in this area in order to secure their content and their staff.Ru and Viktor are both experts in this area and in this book the clearly explain the concepts and they share their own experience of deployment and managing the Defender products.This book is great for those starting out on their journey in the Microsoft Defender suite of tools, and it is equally good for those who are already deep into the journey. Everyone who works with Microsoft 365 Defender should read this book.

"Mastering Microsoft 365 Defender" is a well-rounded guide offering valuable cybersecurity insights. It's written in a way that caters to technical experts and non-technical readers like myself. The step-by-step guidance, practical examples, and clear explanations make it a must-read for anyone looking to understand and implement Microsoft 365 Defender in their organisation. Whether starting a new deployment or looking to optimise existing ones, this book provides the tools and knowledge needed to succeed.

If you are new to M365 Defender this books includes great in depth knowledge and guidance to use in your deployment. Alternatively if you are experienced in the deployment and use of M365 Defender and are just looking to validate your knowledge I guarantee you will still learn something from this book.

Very glad you have got a copy of this book! For me being new to Defender for Endpoint, the Fundamentals section of this book is fantastic, covering the deployment options, services, settings and baselines! Up to date screenshots, diagrams and flowcharts are provided through out which makes following along super easy! It also provides some links to outside sources (Microsoft) where needed to compliment all the great and practical content provided in this book! Definitely a must buy!

This book is a necessity for anyone navigating the complex world of Microsoft 365 security. The authors' expertise shines through every chapter, providing clear explanations and practical insights into configuring, managing, and optimizing Defender tools. The book is well-organized, making it easy to implement advanced threat protection strategies. Whether you're a seasoned IT professional or just diving into cybersecurity, this book is an indispensable resource that will elevate your defense game. Highly recommended!

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