The Microsoft MD-102 exam, also known as “Managing Modern Desktops,” measures the skills and knowledge required to manage and deploy modern desktops and devices in an enterprise environment. The exam covers the following topics:
- Plan and Implement Modern Device Services (30-35%)
- Plan and implement cloud services.
- Plan and implement device registration.
- Plan and implement device compliance.
- Implement Microsoft 365 Security and Threat Management (30-35%)
- Implement security and threat management.
- Implement Windows Defender.
- Implement Microsoft Intune device compliance.
- Manage Microsoft 365 Governance and Compliance (35-40%)
- Manage governance and compliance features in Microsoft 365.
- Implement information protection.
- Manage search and investigation.
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-102 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-102 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.
