Introduction
This module examines the installation of the Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise productivity suite. Users can install Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise either:
- on their own through self-service installation.
- through a centralized deployment managed by the Microsoft 365 Administrator.
This module introduces you to self-service installation. However, its primary focus is on the centralized deployment options and how Microsoft 365 Administrators can manage such deployments.
The Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise suite provides users with the most up-to-date Office products, enabling them to maximize their productivity. Administrators have a choice as to how they want to install the Apps for enterprise suite across their organization. This module examines how organizations can manage their Apps for enterprise deployments by using deployment tools such as:
- Group Policy
- System Center Configuration Manager
- Windows Intune
The module also examines how users can self-install Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise. It also provides instruction on how organizations can prohibit self-service installations. You also learn how to enable a Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise installation if the user has an appropriate license.
With the default installation of Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise, the system immediately updates the Office products as soon as Microsoft releases enhancements. When an organization removes a user's license, the Microsoft 365 apps located on the user's device become available in a restricted functionality mode.
The module concludes with a discussion on how to add Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise to Microsoft Intune. Doing so offers organizations a streamlined, efficient way to manage and distribute essential productivity tools across their Windows 10 and later devices. This approach ensures that all users have access to the latest versions of Microsoft Office applications, enhancing productivity and security. After deploying Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise to a select group, you learn that it's crucial to ensure that these applications are secure and compliant with your organization's policies. You explore how to accomplish this by deploying the Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise security baseline using Microsoft Intune to select users, group, or devices.