Microsoft Defender – a primer
Microsoft Defender creates a comprehensive ecosystem of security technologies, which intertwine seamlessly to deliver a complete and holistic approach to organizational security. By integrating multiple components, this platform enhances cybersecurity postures across identities, endpoints, cloud applications, and digital estates. This fosters a collaborative defense that adapts to organizational requirements while protecting against a constant barrage of new security threats.
Overview of the Microsoft Defender ecosystem
The ecosystem comprises several robust components, each contributing to different aspects of cybersecurity:
Figure 1.1 – The Microsoft Defender line of products and their focus
- Microsoft 365 Defender XDR: This central hub and security portal, formerly called Microsoft Threat Protection, acts as a unified front for all the alerts and signals provided by the entire Defender security suite...
