Microsoft has just officially launched the Windows 365 Linka compact device similar to a mini-PC, created to allow quick and safe access to the Windows 365the solution of Cloud pc of the company.
With initial price of US$ 349,99 In the United States, the equipment also reaches other markets, such as the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, Australia, Canada and New Zealand, being turned to corporate environments.
Device focused on the cloud, without local data
Unlike a traditional computer, the Windows 365 Link does not run the operating system locally e does not store physical data. Everything is processed in the cloud, which reinforces safety, facilitates management and eliminates risks of sensitive information.
Just connect the device to the monitor, keyboard, mouse and the internet, and log in with your corporate account.
Despite counting on modest specifications – Intel N250 processor, 8 GB of RAM and 64 GB of UFS storage – The device has as its main mission to be a bridge to the cloud.
It supports Wi-Fi 6e, Bluetooth 5.3connection to two monitors and comes with a lean operating systemwhich helps in local tasks such as video conferences at Microsoft Teams.
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Safety Safety since conception
Windows 365 Link comes with a set of Integrated Security Resourcesas:
- TPM 2.0 dedicated
- BITLOCKER SAFE BOOT
- Without local administrative permissions
- Without applications or data stored locally
- Active security policies by default
- Sensor do Microsoft Defender EDR
- Strict application control
- Safety based on virtualization and hypervisor -protected integrity
Such measures make the device an option for companies that prioritize resilient and protected work environments against threats.
Management via intune and guaranteed compatibility
All Windows 365 Link devices are Manageable via Microsoft Intunealong with the other equipment of the company. To use it, it is necessary to have:
- A Windows 365 Link device
- A Windows 365 service license
- Integration with the organization’s management platform
The device also has Media optimizationsallowing, for example, video redirecting and fluid navigation, as if it were being executed locally.
Compact design and ready for the corporate environment
Com Only 12 cm wide and height, and 3 cm thickWindows 365 link weighs less than 420 grams. Its construction makes it ideal for environments with limited space, such as shared jobs or industrial areas.
The contents of the box includes:
- The Windows 365 Link device
- Power supply
- Quick configuration manual
Microsoft also released the results of a study by Forrester Consultingwhich showed Return on Investment (ROI) between 94% and 217% In three years, considering an organization with 2,000 employees. Other reports of the report include:
- Economy of Up to 12 minutes daily per employee thanks to stability and low latency
- Reduction of up to $ 1.2 million With the adoption of Byopc (bring your own PC)
- Economy of up to $ 1.5 million in local infrastructure
- Safety costs between $ 60,000 and $ 122,000
Shared mode on windows 365 frontline
Another novelty is the Windows 365 Frontline shared modewhich allows Several users use a single cloud PCone at a time. Ideal for punctual tasks such as inventory registration or data update, the feature maintains the Privacy of usersexcluding the data after each session.
Advanced recovery and migration resources
Microsoft also launched the Windows 365 Disaster Recovery Pluswhich guarantees rapid restoration in case of regional failures, with Estimated 30 -minute recovery time. Already the new Migration API Facilitates transfer of existing virtual machines For Windows 365, optimizing the transition to the cloud.
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Windows app now available on Android (and more)
The official Windows app, which centralizes access to Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop and other services, is now also available for Android and is compatible with zebra devices used in industrial and logistics environments. The app already adds More than 425 million hours of use on multiple platforms.
In addition, the Windows App started to Support Authentication via Passkeys and counts on Integration with Edge for Business For safety on personal devices without requiring full management via intune.
Enterprise versions of Windows 365 and Windows 11 can now count on hotpatcheswhich apply security updates without rebooting the system. That means more Continuous protection without interrupting work of users.
Availability
Windows 365 Link can now be purchased in selected resellers of each country. In Brazil, there is no official release forecast yet.
Source: Microsoft
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