The Microsoft MD-101 exam, also known as “Managing Modern Desktops,” measures the skills and knowledge required to deploy, configure, secure, manage, and monitor devices and applications in an enterprise environment. The exam covers the following topics:
- Deploy and Update Operating Systems (15-20%)
- Plan and implement Windows 10 deployment strategies.
- Manage Windows 10 updates.
- Manage Policies and Profiles (35-40%)
- Manage local and remote policies.
- Manage profiles.
- Manage user data.
- Manage and Protect Devices (15-20%)
- Configure device security.
- Implement device compliance policies.
- Manage device authentication.
- Manage Apps and Data (25-30%)
- Deploy and manage applications.
- Implement Mobile Application Management (MAM).
- Manage data access and protection.
It’s worth noting that the exam content and weightage may change over time. Therefore, it’s always a good idea to check the official Microsoft certification website for the most up-to-date information.
Prerequisites
There are no official prerequisites for the Microsoft MD-101 exam, but Microsoft recommends that candidates have some prior knowledge and experience with Windows 10, Microsoft 365 workloads, and related technologies, including:
- Experience deploying, configuring, and managing Windows 10 and related technologies in an enterprise environment.
- Familiarity with cloud-based and on-premises technologies such as Microsoft Intune, Azure Active Directory, and Group Policy.
- Understanding of Microsoft 365 services such as Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive for Business, and Microsoft Teams.
While these skills and knowledge are not mandatory prerequisites for the MD-101 exam, they can help candidates prepare for the exam and perform well on it. It’s always a good idea to check the official Microsoft certification website for the most up-to-date information regarding exam prerequisites.
