Understanding Desktop Analytics, Windows diagnostics, and Office Telemetry
In this section, we will examine three of the key features that relate to analytics and diagnostic information within Microsoft 365. We will begin by looking at Desktop Analytics (formerly known as Windows Analytics).
Desktop Analytics
This cloud-based service integrates more tightly with System Center Configuration Manager than its predecessor to provide you with intelligence on the Windows clients in your organization and show you information on their readiness for updates.
From the Desktop Analytics portal, which can be accessed by navigating to https://devicemanagement.portal.azure.com, you can complete the following tasks and activities:
- Set up an inventory of your organization's apps.
- Gain visibility on app compatibility.
- Target driver and app updates to specific users in a pilot group.
- Deploy Windows 10 to managed devices.
In order to set up, configure, and run...