Microsoft Mechanics Podcast

Ensure peak performance, security and compatibility with Azure for Red Hat Enterprise Linux. Leverage Azure Migrate to transition on-prem Linux VMs to Azure, for cloud-native or hybrid deployment. Deploy and orchestrate infrastructure with Azure Resource Manager templates, Terraform, and Ansible playbooks. Uncover cost-saving opportunities and performance optimization tools, and benefit from license portability, commitment-based discounts, and diverse compute options, including Azure Confidential Computing VMs, for enhanced scalability and efficiency. Experience flexibility with Azure, enabling RHEL workloads to run across global regions and edge locations, with Azure Arc providing centralized management and security for hybrid environments. Join Azure expert, Matt McSpirit, as he shares why Azure is the right place to run your Red Hat Enterprise Linux workloads. ► QUICK LINKS: 00:00 - Why run Red Hat Enterprise Linux workloads on Azure? 01:10 - Integration 01:41 - Automated scripting or code-based options 02:09 - Beyond provisioning 02:31 - Customer support 03:07 - Efficiency- optimize your spend 04:28 - Increase performance and scalability 05:41 - Flexibility 06:26 - Update management 06:40 - Wrap Up ► Link References: See the Forrester Consulting study at https://aka.ms/RHELTEI For additional information check out https://aka.ms/RedHatAzure ► Unfamiliar with Microsoft Mechanics? As Microsoft's official video series for IT, you can watch and share valuable content and demos of current and upcoming tech from the people who build it at Microsoft. • Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MicrosoftMechanicsSeries • Talk with other IT Pros, join us on the Microsoft Tech Community: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-mechanics-blog/bg-p/MicrosoftMechanicsBlog • Watch or listen from anywhere, subscribe to our podcast: https://microsoftmechanics.libsyn.com/podcast ► Keep getting this insider knowledge, join us on social: • Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MSFTMechanics • Share knowledge on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/microsoft-mechanics/ • Enjoy us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msftmechanics/ • Loosen up with us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@msftmechanics

4 Apr 20247min

A unified solution for comprehensive data protection with Microsoft Fabric and Microsoft Purview. Extend the security measures of Microsoft 365 to your schematized data, ensuring consistent protection across your entire data estate. From detecting insider risks to mitigating data loss and unauthorized sharing, leverage advanced visibility and control to safeguard sensitive information effectively. Daniel Hidalgo, Microsoft Purview Product Manager, shares how to simplify your security strategy and gain deeper insights into data risks. ► QUICK LINKS: 00:00 - Unified solution to prevent data loss and detect data risk 01:36 - Microsoft Fabric experience 02:53 - Confidential labels are automatically inherited 03:16 - Detect sensitive information with DLP policies 04:03 - Create and publish a label 04:59 - Define protections 05:50 - Data Loss Prevention experience in Microsoft Purview 06:57 - Insider Risk Management with Microsoft Fabric 07:39 - Visibility of sensitive data with Microsoft Purview 08:19 - Wrap Up ► Link References: Check out https://aka.ms/PurviewforFabric Watch our shows on Insider Risk Management, check out https://aka.ms/IRMMechanics ► Unfamiliar with Microsoft Mechanics? As Microsoft's official video series for IT, you can watch and share valuable content and demos of current and upcoming tech from the people who build it at Microsoft. • Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MicrosoftMechanicsSeries • Talk with other IT Pros, join us on the Microsoft Tech Community: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-mechanics-blog/bg-p/MicrosoftMechanicsBlog • Watch or listen from anywhere, subscribe to our podcast: https://microsoftmechanics.libsyn.com/podcast ► Keep getting this insider knowledge, join us on social: • Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MSFTMechanics • Share knowledge on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/microsoft-mechanics/ • Enjoy us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msftmechanics/ • Loosen up with us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@msftmechanics

27 Mar 20248min

The new Microsoft Surface Pro 10 and the latest Surface Laptop 6 are versatile AI PCs built for business. With the new Microsoft Copilot key built-in, you get quick access to Copilot AI experiences, so you can work smarter, be more productive, and boost creativity. Both are powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra processors, with integrated CPU and GPU, as well as a neural processing unit (NPU) for powering new AI experiences without affecting the CPU. Both devices feature Windows Hello Enhanced Sign-in Security, perfect for multi-factor authentication; and Surface Pro 10 now has a built-in NFC card reader in Wi-Fi models, plus select Surface Laptop 6 15" models have a built-in smart card reader for more authentication options. The Surface Laptop 6 has options for powerful Intel Core Ultra H-Series processors with integrated Intel Arc graphics. ► QUICK LINKS: 00:00 - What's new for Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 00:10 - Microsoft Copilot key built-in 00:33 - Security updates in Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 01:09 - Versatility updates with Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 01:52 - Performance updates with Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 02:15 - Cloud PC experiences built in to Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 02:46 - Management controls updated for Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 04:04 - Repairability updates with Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 04:26 - Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 are built for business and AI 04:40 - Wrap Up ► Link References: Check out https://surface.com/business ► Unfamiliar with Microsoft Mechanics? As Microsoft's official video series for IT, you can watch and share valuable content and demos of current and upcoming tech from the people who build it at Microsoft. • Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MicrosoftMechanicsSeries • Talk with other IT Pros, join us on the Microsoft Tech Community: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-mechanics-blog/bg-p/MicrosoftMechanicsBlog • Watch or listen from anywhere, subscribe to our podcast: https://microsoftmechanics.libsyn.com/podcast ► Keep getting this insider knowledge, join us on social: • Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MSFTMechanics • Share knowledge on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/microsoft-mechanics/ • Enjoy us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msftmechanics/ • Loosen up with us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@msftmechanics

23 Mar 20244min

Protect your organization from insider threats with Microsoft Entra's Conditional Access and Adaptive Protection in Microsoft Purview. Automatically block access to critical assets when insider risk levels elevate, ensuring data security and compliance seamlessly. Set up custom policies based on risk levels and enforce strong authentication measures, safeguarding against data breaches. Gain control and visibility over insider activities without manual intervention, empowering proactive security measures. Erin Miyake, Microsoft Purview's Principal Product Manager shares how to enhance your data protection strategy. ► QUICK LINKS: 00:00 - Insider Risk in Conditional Access 00:41 - Extend Conditional Access 01:20 - Privacy-first approach 01:56 - Configure policy indicators 03:21 - Adapt protections based on changing risk 04:13 - Set custom policies 05:27 - Set a Conditional Access policy for moderate risk users 06:12 - Insider risk level changing over time 07:04 - Wrap Up ► Link References: For more about the policies you can set up go to https://aka.ms/IRM Mechanics Get started today at https://aka.ms/adaptiveprotection Watch our series on Insider Risk Management at https://aka.ms/IRMMechanics ► Unfamiliar with Microsoft Mechanics? As Microsoft's official video series for IT, you can watch and share valuable content and demos of current and upcoming tech from the people who build it at Microsoft. • Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MicrosoftMechanicsSeries • Talk with other IT Pros, join us on the Microsoft Tech Community: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-mechanics-blog/bg-p/MicrosoftMechanicsBlog • Watch or listen from anywhere, subscribe to our podcast: https://microsoftmechanics.libsyn.com/podcast ► Keep getting this insider knowledge, join us on social: • Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MSFTMechanics • Share knowledge on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/microsoft-mechanics/ • Enjoy us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msftmechanics/ • Loosen up with us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@msftmechanics

16 Mar 20247min

Protect data while getting the benefits of generative AI with Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps and Microsoft Purview. Safeguard against shadow IT risks with Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps, unveiling hidden generative AI applications. Leverage Microsoft Purview to evaluate data exposure, automating policy enforcement for enhanced security. Ensure compliance with built-in data protections in Copilot for Microsoft 365, aligned with organizational policies set in Microsoft Purview, while maintaining trust and mitigating risks seamlessly across existing and future cloud applications. Erin Miyake, Microsoft Purview's Principal Product Manager, shares how to take a unified approach to protecting your data. ► QUICK LINKS: 00:00 - Secure your data for generative AI 01:16 - App level experiences 01:46 - Block based on data sensitivity 02:45 - Admin experience 03:57 - Microsoft Purview AI Hub 05:08 - Set up policies 05:53 - Tailor policies to your needs 06:35 - Set up AI Hub in Microsoft Purview 07:09 - Wrap Up ► Link References: For information on Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps go to https://aka.ms/MDA Check out Microsoft Purview capabilities for AI go to https://aka.ms/PurviewAI/docs Watch our episode on Copilot for Microsoft 365 data protections at https://aka.ms/CopilotAdminMechanics Watch our episode about Data Loss Prevention policy options at https://aka.ms/DLPMechanics ► Unfamiliar with Microsoft Mechanics? As Microsoft's official video series for IT, you can watch and share valuable content and demos of current and upcoming tech from the people who build it at Microsoft. • Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MicrosoftMechanicsSeries • Talk with other IT Pros, join us on the Microsoft Tech Community: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-mechanics-blog/bg-p/MicrosoftMechanicsBlog • Watch or listen from anywhere, subscribe to our podcast: https://microsoftmechanics.libsyn.com/podcast ► Keep getting this insider knowledge, join us on social: • Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MSFTMechanics • Share knowledge on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/microsoft-mechanics/ • Enjoy us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msftmechanics/ • Loosen up with us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@msftmechanics

15 Mar 20247min

Transform your security posture to stop attacks before they happen using Microsoft's Security Exposure Management in Microsoft Defender. Identify and mitigate potential threats with a comprehensive view of your organization's attack surface, critical assets, and security events. Prioritize security efforts effectively with curated initiatives, automated alerts, and actionable insights, so you can close down vulnerabilities before they're exploited. Brjann Brekkan, Microsoft's Exposure Management Director, shows how to gain control over your security landscape and stay ahead of emerging threats. ► QUICK LINKS: 00:00 - Prevent incidents before they happen 00:39 - Unify data and signals with Security Exposure Management 02:07 - See the experience in the Microsoft Defender portal 02:56 - Identify business critical data and sensitive information 03:33 - Key initiatives 04:17 - Assign an initiative owner 05:07 - Visual mapping of potential attack paths 07:05 - Wrap Up ► Link References: Sign up for the preview at https://aka.ms/ExposureManagementpreview Check out https://aka.ms/ExposureManagementdocs ► Unfamiliar with Microsoft Mechanics? As Microsoft's official video series for IT, you can watch and share valuable content and demos of current and upcoming tech from the people who build it at Microsoft. • Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MicrosoftMechanicsSeries • Talk with other IT Pros, join us on the Microsoft Tech Community: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-mechanics-blog/bg-p/MicrosoftMechanicsBlog • Watch or listen from anywhere, subscribe to our podcast: https://microsoftmechanics.libsyn.com/podcast ► Keep getting this insider knowledge, join us on social: • Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MSFTMechanics • Share knowledge on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/microsoft-mechanics/ • Enjoy us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msftmechanics/ • Loosen up with us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@msftmechanics

14 Mar 20247min

Take advantage of Azure Cosmos DB for your AI-driven applications. Seamlessly integrate with large language models like ChatGPT, for real-time operational efficiency and limitless scalability. With its built-in vector search engine and multi-model support, Azure Cosmos DB for MongoDB vCore optimizes for just-in-time data retrieval, so you can build cutting-edge solutions at any scale. Kirill Gavrylyuk, General Manager for the Azure Cosmos DB team, joins Jeremy Chapman to share how you can increase performance and cost-effectiveness, whether managing millions of users globally or building smaller-scale apps. ► QUICK LINKS: 00:00 - Get your database ready for AI with Azure Cosmos DB 02:33 - Solve for real-time data access requirements 03:39 - Automatic scaling 05:35 - How Azure CosmosDB works for copilot-style apps 06:38 - App using vectorized data 07:24 - Jupyter notebook demo 09:19 - Vector indexing and search in Cosmos DB 10:14 - Building a small copilot-style app 12:10 - Run smaller apps serverless 12:35 - Set maximum throughput thresholds 13:39 - Auto scale using Cosmos DB 14:38 - Wrap Up ► Link References: See how Cosmos DB vector search capabilities work at https://aka.ms/CosmosVector Get a free trial at https://aka.ms/trycosmosdb ► Unfamiliar with Microsoft Mechanics? As Microsoft's official video series for IT, you can watch and share valuable content and demos of current and upcoming tech from the people who build it at Microsoft. • Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MicrosoftMechanicsSeries • Talk with other IT Pros, join us on the Microsoft Tech Community: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-mechanics-blog/bg-p/MicrosoftMechanicsBlog • Watch or listen from anywhere, subscribe to our podcast: https://microsoftmechanics.libsyn.com/podcast ► Keep getting this insider knowledge, join us on social: • Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MSFTMechanics • Share knowledge on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/microsoft-mechanics/ • Enjoy us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msftmechanics/ • Loosen up with us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@msftmechanics

6 Mar 202415min

For enterprise-grade architecture, data privacy, and control, build your own private ChatGPT style app using OpenAI GPT models with the Azure AI services. You can start with open-source samples for design and the user interface along with Azure containers or Azure App Service, then customize what it can do with Azure AI Studio. Importantly, to ensure its enterprise-ready with the right security and scale considerations in place, Azure Landing Zones provide the architectural best practices for apps like this. Landing Zone Accelerators simplify deployment for dedicated app-level subscriptions and scoped security and broader policies. Layering these recommendations and approaches helps ensure that your ChatGPT style private app meets enterprise requirements. Microsoft Azure expert, Matt McSpirit, shares how to build your own private ChatGPT-style apps and make them enterprise-ready using Azure Landing Zones. ► QUICK LINKS: 00:00 - Build your own private ChatGPT 00:43 - Benefits of building your own private chat experience 02:07 - Use an open source ChatGPT-style app sample 03:16 - Connect your ChatGPT-style experiences 04:12 - Enhance chat experience with Azure AI Studio 04:45 - Architecture and security with Azure Services 06:44 - Landing Zone configuration and accelerators 07:49 - Wrap Up ► Link References: Go to the Azure OpenAI Landing Zone at https://aka.ms/OpenAILZ Get ChatBot UI open-source code in GitHub at https://aka.ms/GitHubChatBotUI To use Bicep templates, go to https://aka.ms/LZ Check out Landing Zone accelerators at https://aka.ms/LZAccelerators Watch our show on Azure AI Studio at https://aka.ms/AIStudioMechanics Watch our show on Azure Landing Zones at https://aka.ms/LandingZoneMechanics ► Unfamiliar with Microsoft Mechanics? As Microsoft's official video series for IT, you can watch and share valuable content and demos of current and upcoming tech from the people who build it at Microsoft. • Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MicrosoftMechanicsSeries • Talk with other IT Pros, join us on the Microsoft Tech Community: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-mechanics-blog/bg-p/MicrosoftMechanicsBlog • Watch or listen from anywhere, subscribe to our podcast: https://microsoftmechanics.libsyn.com/podcast ► Keep getting this insider knowledge, join us on social: • Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MSFTMechanics • Share knowledge on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/microsoft-mechanics/ • Enjoy us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msftmechanics/ • Loosen up with us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@msftmechanics

28 Feb 20248min