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Microsoft Defender for Cloud documentation

Microsoft Defender for Cloud provides unified security management and advanced threat protection across hybrid cloud workloads.

About Defender for Cloud

Overview

  • What are the key capabilities of Defender for Cloud?
  • Which versions of Windows Server and Linux are supported?
  • How do I get started with Defender for Cloud?
  • What are security policies, initiatives, and recommendations?

Stay current

What's new

  • Release notes for Defender for Cloud
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Get started

  • Enable Defender for Cloud on your subscriptions
  • Enable enhanced security features
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How-To Guide

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How-To Guide

  • Manage just-in-time access
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