Pankaj Kumar - MS Cloud Explorers

November 16, 2025
Microsoft Intune

How to Deploy Microsoft Extended Security Updates (ESU) Using Intune: Step-by-Step Guide

A few weeks ago, my manager assigned me the responsibility of deploying Microsoft Extended Security Updates (ESU) for one of our enterprise customers. Their Microsoft Intune environment included nearly...

November 13, 2025
Entra ID (Azure AD)

Azure AD Free vs. Premium P1 & P2: Which Edition Is Right for Your Business?

Introduction to Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) Managing identities and access in today’s digital world isn’t optional—it’s critical. Whether you’re securing Microsoft 365 or enabling secure access...

November 5, 2025
Security & Compliance

Secure Sensitive Documents in SharePoint Online Using Information Rights Management (2026)

Information Rights Management (IRM) in SharePoint Online is a powerful tool for protecting sensitive documents. In today’s digital era, safeguarding such documents is more crucial than ever. Consider a...

October 27, 2025
Microsoft Intune

Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune): Comprehensive Beginner’s Guide

In today’s mobile-first, cloud-powered world, managing and securing devices is paramount for businesses. Microsoft Endpoint Manager (MEM), featuring the robust Microsoft Intune platform, offers unparalleled capabilities for managing endpoints...

October 21, 2025
Security & Compliance

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint: Comprehensive Guide to Architecture, Features, and Plans

As cyber threats grow in sophistication, organizations need intelligent, cloud-driven protection that goes beyond traditional antivirus. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) is an enterprise-grade endpoint security platform offering threat...