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Secure classroom technology

Establish a simple, secure, and efficient technology environment that maximises learning with integrated tools in Microsoft 365 Education.

How Microsoft Cybersecurity helps protect schools

More than 80% of malware attacks target the education sector1. Defend your institution's privacy and digital security with world-class cybersecurity solutions from Microsoft.

protection against cyber-attacks with Microsoft Entra ID2

average number of cybersecurity events Intune for Education resolved each week during the school year3

return on investment from Microsoft Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection4

Implement a suite of unified cybersecurity tools

Streamline deployment and management

Make educational technology simple to deploy and easy to update with a range of tools that IT and administrators can control from one cloud-based system.

  • Manage compliance across devices and technology with Microsoft Purview compliance portal
  • Deploy apps and device updates quickly with Intune for Education
  • Help users set up and preconfigure new devices with Windows Autopilot

Utilise secure, simple authentication

Employ a range of time-saving authentication options that make logging in faster, more convenient, and ultimately safer for everyone.

  • Enable biometric authentication with Windows Hello for educators, faculty, and staff
  • Simplify password management with Microsoft Entra ID

Identify and investigate threats

Set up systems that stay vigilant in detecting and containing cybersecurity threats that strike networks and devices in classrooms and across districts.

  • Prevent, detect, and contain risky user activity with Microsoft Purview Insider Risk Management
  • Utilise Microsoft Defender to prevent, detect, and respond to attacks across devices, apps, and data
  • Create playbooks to automatically investigate threats via Automated Investigation and Response

Microsoft Reimagine

Learn more about the announcements from Reimagine Education, including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Microsoft Copilot offerings.

    Microsoft 365 Education safeguards digital learning

    All of the Microsoft 365 Education plans offer built-in management and cybersecurity tools to help protect against threats. The A5 plan allows you to integrate more advanced cybersecurity measures that make it easy to guard, manage, and maximise learning and productivity for students, teachers, and staff. Find out which plan has the right protections for your institution.

      Boost your knowledge

      Explore templates, courses, and technical guides for using Microsoft tools to do everything from strengthening your general understanding of cybersecurity risks in the education sector to building a district-wide security strategy.

      Boost your knowledge

      Explore templates, courses, and technical guides for using Microsoft tools to do everything from strengthening your general understanding of cybersecurity risks in the education sector to building a district-wide security strategy.

      • For IT professionals

        Explore learning paths

        Gain in-depth knowledge about all of the Microsoft Cybersecurity, compliance, and identity solutions.

        Explore Microsoft Cybersecurity learning paths
        Train in Microsoft Defender

        Learn how to use Microsoft Defender to the fullest with this training for those with an intermediate understanding

        Learn about Microsoft Defender
      • For decision-makers

        Download the Be Cyber Smart Kit

        Find the latest insights and best practices for cybersecurity to share with your institution.

        Download now
        Explore our cybersecurity guide

        Dive into what we see as the three key aspects of cybersecurity and compliance in education.

        Read the guide
      • For everyone

        Learn cybersecurity basics

        Learn the basics of cybersecurity and how you can protect your devices and technology.

        Learn more
        Start online safety conversations

        Find out how to start conversations about cybersecurity and staying vigilant online.

        Explore more

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      Frequently asked questions

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      1Microsoft Global threat activity

      2Microsoft Entra ID

      3The Total Economic Impact™ Of Microsoft 365 Education

      4The Total Economic Impact™ Of Microsoft Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection