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ManageEngine Endpoint Central is built to secure the digital workplace while also giving IT teams complete control over their enterprise endpoints. It delivers a security-first approach by combining advanced endpoint protection with comprehensive management, allowing IT teams to manage the entire endpoint lifecycle, all from a single console. With automated patching across Windows, Mac, Linux and 1,000+ third-party applications, it ensures vulnerabilities are mitigated before attackers can exploit them. Its next-gen antivirus (NGAV) feature, powered by AI-driven behavioural detection, provides 24/7 protection against ransomware, malware, and zero-day threats. Endpoint Central further strengthens enterprise defenses with a broad set of security capabilities, including vulnerability assessment and mitigation, peripheral device control, data loss prevention, application control, endpoint privilege management, encryption with FileVault and BitLocker, and browser security.

About

Microsoft Defender for Business is an AI-powered device security solution designed for small and medium-sized businesses with up to 300 users. It goes beyond traditional antivirus by providing enterprise-grade endpoint protection across Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android devices. The platform helps organizations identify vulnerabilities, protect devices, detect threats, and rapidly respond to cyberattacks. AI-driven endpoint detection and response automatically disrupt ransomware and other in-progress attacks in real time. Defender for Business includes vulnerability management to prioritize and remediate security weaknesses. Its simplified onboarding and management experience makes it easy to deploy without complex security expertise. Overall, Microsoft Defender for Business delivers cost-effective, scalable security tailored to modern hybrid work environments.

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Audience

All Enterprises - large, mid & small sized are our potential customers. Several enterprises which have a sizeable IT department running Windows/Mac/ Linux machines are happy using ManageEngine Desktop Central

Audience

Microsoft Defender for Business is ideal for small and medium-sized businesses seeking enterprise-grade, AI-powered device security that is easy to manage and cost effective

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

API

Offers API

API

Offers API

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

$795.00/one-time
Free Version
Free Trial

Pricing

$3/user/month
Free Version
Free Trial

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.2 / 5
ease 4.8 / 5
features 4.6 / 5
design 4.6 / 5
support 4.2 / 5

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Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Company Information

ManageEngine
Founded: 1996
India
www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/

Company Information

Microsoft
Founded: 1975
United States
www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/business/endpoint-security/microsoft-defender-business

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Categories

Categories

Endpoint Protection Features

Activity Log
Antivirus
Application Security
Behavioral Analytics
Device Management
Encryption
Signature Matching
Web Threat Management
Whitelisting / Blacklisting

IT Management Features

Capacity Monitoring
Compliance Management
Event Logs
Hardware Inventory
IT Budgeting
License Management
Patch Management
Remote Access
Scheduling
Software Inventory
User Activity Monitoring

Mobile Device Management (MDM) Features

Automatic Device Recognition
Data Management
Deployment Management
Inventory Management
Maintenance Utilities
Procurement Management
Remote Update / Installation
Software Management
Synchronization Management
Wireless Network Support

Patch Management Features

Alerts/Notifications
Automatic Approval
Automatic Patch Deployment
Automatic Scans
Compliance Management
Custom Patches
Dashboard
Network Wide Management
Patch Prioritization
Patch Testing
Remote Access/Control
Vulnerability Scanning

Remote Desktop Features

Chat
Cross-Platform Access
File Transfer
Group View
Mobile Device Access
Multi Monitor Support
Record Remote Sessions
Remote Print
Remote Wake
User Management

Integrations

AuthPoint
Azure Marketplace
Jira Service Management
Microsoft 365
Microsoft Access
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Exchange
Microsoft Intune
Microsoft OneDrive
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Purview
Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Word
OverSOC
ServiceNow
Spiceworks IT Help Desk
Spiceworks Network Monitor
Zendesk

Integrations

AuthPoint
Azure Marketplace
Jira Service Management
Microsoft 365
Microsoft Access
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Exchange
Microsoft Intune
Microsoft OneDrive
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Purview
Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Word
OverSOC
ServiceNow
Spiceworks IT Help Desk
Spiceworks Network Monitor
Zendesk
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