What is Microsoft Defender for Endpoint?
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is an enterprise endpoint security platform designed to help enterprise networks prevent, detect, investigate, and respond to advanced threats. Defender for Endpoint customers need to apply for the Microsoft Threat Experts managed threat hunting service to get proactive Targeted Attack Notifications and to collaborate with experts on demand. Experts on Demand is an add-on service. Targeted Attack Notifications are always included after you have been accepted into Microsoft Threat Experts managed threat hunting service.
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86 Likeliness to Recommend
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96 Plan to Renew
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82 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value
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Emotional Footprint Overview
+85 Net Emotional Footprint
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Pros
- Respectful
- Includes Product Enhancements
- Reliable
- Enables Productivity
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Endpoint Detection and Response
Dynamic Malware Detection
Centralized Management Portal
Application Containment Mechanisms
System Hardening
Port and Device Control
Cross Platform Integration
Kernel Monitoring
Automated Remediation
Forensics
Host NGFW Functionality
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Business Value Created
Usability and Intuitiveness
Ease of Implementation
Ease of IT Administration
Ease of Data Integration
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Availability and Quality of Training
Breadth of Features
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Ease of Customization
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Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Reviews
Vijay T.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Submitted Apr 2024
Microsoft Defender - robust security solution
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Microsoft Defender for Endpoint from other similar products?
A user friendly interface, no need of third party integrations, centralized policy management feature and many more features makes Defender a unique product in the market.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Easy to implement in the environment, policy management, automated investigation launching capability
What do you dislike most about this product?
The product is continuously improving. According to be the false positives can be reduced and the reporting feature needs improvement.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
This is the future of EDR, I'll definitely recommend Defender to someone looking for this solution. Microsoft is continuously improving the product making it a comprehensive and proactive security solution.
Pros
- Trustworthy
- Respectful
- Acts with Integrity
- Transparent
Akshata D.
- Role: Human Resources
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Submitted Apr 2024
Reliable and Efficient Security Solution
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Microsoft Defender for Endpoint from other similar products?
The security features which doesnt require you to be very much of a techy guy
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Easy to use and effective security solution
What do you dislike most about this product?
Nothing to dislike
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Reliable solution for your security needs
Pros
- Performance Enhancing
- Enables Productivity
- Trustworthy
- Unique Features
Mohsin K.
- Role: Consultant
- Industry: Consulting
- Involvement: Initial Implementation
Submitted Apr 2024
Defender's got you covered in the digital jungle
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Microsoft Defender for Endpoint from other similar products?
Microsoft Defender for Endpoints stands out from the crowd with its - - Native Integrations, - Advance Threat Protection - Automated Response Capabilities - EDR Functionalities - Centralized Management - Threat Analytics
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
My favorite aspect of Microsoft Defender is the automated response functionalities. This streamlines incident handling by enabling automated actions based on predefined policies reducing the overall burden on SOC teams, and minimize response time to emerging threats.
What do you dislike most about this product?
Although i don't have much to write in this section, i would like to highlights defender's potential for false positives and occasional performance issues to be listed amongst the dislikes
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Prioritize evaluating its - integration capabilities, - customization options for security policies, - investment in training for IT staff, - regular updates, - robust performance monitoring.
Pros
- Saves Time
- Fair
- Over Delivered
- Helps Innovate
Cons
- Leverages Incumbent Status