Microsoft Defender XDR is Microsoft's extended detection and response platform that brings together security signals from endpoints, identities, email, cloud applications, and collaboration tools into a single security experience.
In this course, you'll learn how Microsoft Defender XDR works, how to protect Windows devices, detect threats, investigate incidents, and respond to attacks using Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Office 365, Defender for Identity, and Defender for Cloud Apps.
You'll gain practical knowledge of security dashboards, alerts, incidents, attack simulations, and security recommendations.
Whether you're starting a career in cybersecurity or managing Microsoft 365 environments, this course provides the foundational skills needed to understand Microsoft's security ecosystem.
Getting Started with Microsoft Defender XDR
Navigating the Microsoft Defender Portal
Investigating Security Alerts
Threat Hunting and Incident Response
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| Feature | CuriousCode Academy Flagship Program | Other Comparable Providers | Typical Self-Paced Online Course |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live Expert-Led Classes | ✓ Industry-best quality and quantity of live, interactive learning | ✓ Usually limited live sessions - most offer a blended model | ✕ Mostly pre-recorded videos |
| Experienced Industry Trainers | ✓ | ✓ | ! Varies |
| Structured Learning Journey | ✓ Comprehensive curriculum designed by professionals | ! Varies - focus on finishing the course | ! Often self-directed |
| Hands-On Assignments | ✓ Extensive practical exercises | ✓ | ! Limited |
| Live Q&A During Sessions | ✓ Every session | ✓ | ✕ Not included |
| Students per Cohort | ✓ Max 15 | ! Often high | - |
| Personalised Doubt Resolution | ✓ Throughout the program | ! Varies | ✕ Limited or forum-based |
| 3 Months Post-Program Support | ✓ Included | ✕ Usually limited or not included | ✕ Not included |
| Placement Support | ✓ Included | ! Varies | ✕ Not included |
| Interview Preparation | ✓ Included | ! Often optional | ✕ Not included |
| Career Mentoring | ✓ Personal guidance | ! Limited | ✕ Not included |
| Lifetime Access to Learning Resources | ✓ Included | ! Varies | ! Often time-limited |
| Digital Achievement Badges | ✓ Included | ! Varies | ! Varies |
| Academy Certificate | ✓ Included | ✓ Included | ✓ Usually included |
| Professional Learning Community | ✓ Ongoing access | ! Limited | ✕ Minimal |
| End-to-End Learning Experience | ✓ From learning to career support | ! Primarily focused on course delivery | ✕ Self-learning only |
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