Understanding Device Actions in Microsoft Intune: What They Do and When to Use Them

Understanding Device Actions in Microsoft Intune: What They Do and When to Use Them

Introduction

Microsoft Intune allows administrators to manage and secure devices across different platforms, including Windows, macOS, iOS, Android and Linux. The available management actions can vary depending on the device platform and configuration.

Once a device is enrolled in Intune, administrators can do more than simply monitor its status. They can perform remote actions to manage devices, troubleshoot issues and maintain organisational security.

For instance, an employee may need a laptop restarted, a device may require a security scan, or company data may need to be removed when a device is reassigned.

This guide focuses specifically on Windows devices and explores where to find their available actions, what they do and when administrators might use them through the Microsoft Intune admin center.

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How to Enrol a Windows Device into Microsoft Intune

How to Enrol a Windows Device into Microsoft Intune

Introduction

When an organisation gives an employee a Windows laptop, the device needs to be connected to the organisation before IT can manage it. Two Microsoft services handle this together:

  • Microsoft Entra ID manages the user’s identity and the device’s connection to the organisation.
  • Microsoft Intune manages the device itself, including its settings, applications, security policies and compliance.
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How to Deploy Feature Updates Using Microsoft Intune

Video Companion Guide


When managing Windows updates via Microsoft Intune, administrators often face confusion regarding how different update policies interact. This guide, based on the video tutorial, answers five fundamental architectural questions and provides configuration best practices.

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