Step 5. Evaluate Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps
Applies to:
- Microsoft Defender XDR
This article outlines the process to enable and pilot Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps alongside Microsoft Defender XDR. Before starting this process, be sure you've reviewed the overall process for evaluating Microsoft Defender XDR and you have created the Microsoft Defender XDR evaluation environment.
Use the following steps to enable and pilot Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps.
Step | Description |
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Review architecture requirements and key concepts | Understand the Defender for Cloud Apps architecture and how it integrates with Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, and Microsoft Entra ID. |
Enable the evaluation environment | Connect to the portal, configure integration with Defender for Identity and/or your organization's network devices, and begin to view and manage cloud apps. |
Set up the pilot | Scope your deployment to certain user groups, configure Conditional Access App Control, and try out tutorials for protecting your environment. |
Tip
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