Term 91
Device category
A classification that groups devices in Microsoft Intune by their platform and management method, such as Windows, iOS, or Android, to apply targeted policies and configurations.
Acronym study
Terms 91–120 of 352 MD-102 acronyms and key terms. Each entry includes a plain-English definition and a link to the full 800-word glossary page with exam context and practice questions.
Term 91
A classification that groups devices in Microsoft Intune by their platform and management method, such as Windows, iOS, or Android, to apply targeted policies and configurations.
Term 92
Device compliance is the process of ensuring that a device meets an organization's security and configuration policies before it can access network resources.
Term 93
Device configuration is the process of setting up and customizing the operating system, security policies, applications, and network settings on a device so it can securely connect to and function within an organization's IT environment.
Term 94
Device enrollment is the process of registering a device with a management system so that it can receive policies, apps, and security settings under organizational control.
Term 95
A device group is a logical collection of devices managed together for applying policies, configurations, and updates in an enterprise IT environment.
Term 96
Device Guard is a Windows security feature that uses hardware and software virtualization to lock down a device so only trusted, approved applications can run.
Term 97
Device registration is the process of linking a device to a management system, such as Microsoft Entra ID, to enable controlled access to organizational resources.
Term 98
Device risk is the chance that a computer, phone, or other endpoint could cause a security problem or data leak because it is not properly managed or protected.
Term 99
A digital certificate is an electronic document that verifies the identity of a person, device, or website and enables secure encrypted communication over the internet.
Term 100
A digitizer is the part of a touchscreen that converts your finger or stylus touches into digital signals the device can understand.
Term 101
Disk encryption is the process of converting data on a storage device into a coded form that can only be read with the correct decryption key, protecting it from unauthorized access.
Term 102
Data Loss Prevention — security technology that detects and prevents unauthorised transmission of sensitive data outside an organisation.
Term 103
A DLP policy is a set of rules that an organization uses to prevent sensitive data from being lost, stolen, or accidentally exposed, whether it is in use, in motion, or at rest.
Term 104
A Dynamic device group is an Azure AD / Microsoft Entra ID feature that automatically adds or removes devices based on membership rules you define.
Term 105
eDiscovery is the process of identifying, collecting, and producing electronic information for legal cases or investigations.
Term 106
Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) is a cybersecurity technology that continuously monitors endpoint devices to detect, investigate, and respond to advanced threats.
Term 107
An EDR alert is a notification generated by Endpoint Detection and Response software when it detects potentially malicious activity or an anomaly on a device like a laptop, server, or workstation.
Term 108
Encryption is the process of converting readable data into a secret code to prevent unauthorized access.
Term 109
Encryption at rest is the practice of securing stored data by converting it into an unreadable format using cryptographic algorithms, so that even if physical or digital access to the storage medium is obtained, the data remains confidential.
Term 110
Encryption in transit is the process of scrambling data as it moves between two points over a network so that anyone who intercepts it cannot read it.
Term 111
An encryption key is a string of random characters used by an algorithm to lock (encrypt) and unlock (decrypt) data, ensuring only authorized parties can read it.
Term 112
End-of-life means a product or service is no longer being sold, updated, or supported by the manufacturer, and users should plan to upgrade or replace it.
Term 113
End-of-support means a company will no longer provide updates, security patches, or technical help for a product, leaving it open to risks.
Term 114
An End-user License Agreement (EULA) is a legal contract between a software creator and the person who installs or uses the software, outlining what the user can and cannot do with it.
Term 115
Endpoint analytics is the practice of collecting and analyzing data from user devices to monitor their health, performance, and security in real time.
Term 116
Endpoint detection and response (EDR) is a cybersecurity solution that continuously monitors endpoint devices for suspicious activity and automatically responds to threats to stop attacks in real time.
Term 117
Endpoint Manager is a centralized software tool that IT administrators use to manage, secure, and monitor all devices (endpoints) connected to a corporate network.
Term 118
An endpoint security baseline is a set of minimum security configurations and controls applied to devices like laptops, servers, and mobile devices to protect against threats.
Term 119
An endpoint security policy is a set of rules that controls how devices like laptops, phones, and servers connect to a network and what security protections they must have to keep data safe.
Term 120
An enrollment profile is a set of rules and settings that tells a device or user how to join and follow an organization’s network, security, and application policies.