Get Started with Microsoft Defender for Business

Overview:

This introductory webinar is designed for organizations just beginning their journey with Microsoft Defender for Business.

The session demystifies endpoint security by walking attendees through the Defender dashboard, explaining what each feature does in plain language, and demonstrating how the platform protects devices automatically with minimal configuration. Attendees will learn how to activate their subscription, onboard their first devices, review security recommendations, and understand the alerts and incidents that Defender surfaces. No prior cybersecurity experience is required - this webinar meets participants where they are and builds foundational confidence.

Why you should Attend:

Waiting until after an incident to understand your security tools is expensive. This session gives you a practical first-week path before a real threat forces the issue.

Areas Covered in the Session:

• What is Microsoft Defender for Business and why SMBs need it
• Navigating the Microsoft 365 Defender portal: dashboard, incidents, device inventory, and reports
• Activating a Defender for Business subscription and verifying license assignments
• Onboarding your first Windows and macOS devices using simplified enrollment
• Understanding security recommendations and Secure Score improvement actions
• Reading and responding to alerts: severity levels, investigation steps, and resolution
• Out-of-the-box protection: what Defender does automatically before you configure anything
• Quick wins: the five most impactful settings to enable in your first week

Who Will Benefit:

• Business Owners
• IT Generalists
• Office Managers
• Operations Managers
• Non-Technical stakeholders who need a foundational understanding of Defender for Business