MD-101

Managing Modern Desktops (MD-101)

Prepare for the MD 101 exam. Discover how modern desktop management becomes your easiest win of the year.

  • Practice in 24 Hands-On Labs — nothing to install
  • 7 Interactive Lessons and 42 topics mapped to the official exam objectives
  • 191 Practice Test Questions and 2 Full Length Tests

Intermediate Self-paced · 1 year access 4.6/5 (158 Reviews)

24 Hands-On LiveLabs

Practice real IT tasks in guided environments.

  • Real environments
  • Auto-graded
  • No installation
7Interactive Lessons
42Topics
24LiveLab
191Practice Test Questions
85Flashcards
61Glossary of terms

01 / Skills you'll get

What you will be able to do

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Enroll in our MD-101 Managing Modern Desktops course to gain real-world IT skills that stick and help you stay ahead in a hybrid workplace.

In this course, explore everything from installing and updating Windows 10 to managing authentication, devices, and security across both local and cloud environments. You’ll dive into tools like Intune, PowerShell, and Autopilot. And learn how to deploy, secure, and monitor desktops like you’ve been doing it for years.

From hands-on labs to exam-focused content, you’ll master the skills mapped to the MD 101 exam.

 

  • Windows 10 Deployment: Learn how to install, configure, and automate Windows 10 deployments using tools like MDT and Windows Autopilot.
  • Identity and Access Management: Understand how to manage user authentication through Active Directory, Azure AD, and AD FS in hybrid environments.
  • Device and Storage Management: Gain skills in configuring file systems, managing disks, and optimizing storage across Windows 10 devices.
  • Microsoft Intune Mastery: Plan, configure, and manage devices, apps, and updates using Microsoft Intune and PowerShell scripting.
  • Security Configuration: Learn to protect endpoints with Windows Security, configure firewalls, and enforce compliance policies.
  • Monitoring and Auditing: Set up auditing, use tools like Event Viewer and Performance Monitor, and track system health.

Target Career Roles

  • System Administrator
  • Windows Client Administrator
  • Network Server Administrator

02 / Lessons & labs

See exactly what you will learn and practice

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Lessons

7 Interactive Lessons · 42 topics
01 Introduction 4 topics
  • The Microsoft Certification Program
  • Who Should Read This Course?
  • What's Inside?
  • Objective Mapping
02 Installing and Updating Windows 10 10 topics · 4 LiveLab
  • Understanding the Basics
  • Understanding the Windows 10 Architecture
  • Preparing to Install Windows 10
  • Installing Windows 10
  • Understanding Automated Deployment Options
  • Deploying Unattended Installations
  • Deploying with Windows Autopilot
  • Understanding Windows Updates
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials

4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →

03 Managing Authentication 6 topics · 5 LiveLab
  • Active Directory vs. Azure Active Directory
  • Managing Hybrid Networks
  • Implementing Active Directory Federation Services
  • Using PowerShell Commands
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials

5 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →

04 Managing Devices 8 topics · 10 LiveLab
  • Understanding File Systems
  • Configuring NTFS
  • Configuring Disk Storage
  • Using the Disk Management Utility
  • Managing Storage
  • Windows 10 Devices in Azure
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials

10 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →

05 Planning and Managing Microsoft Intune 6 topics
  • Managing Devices with Microsoft Intune
  • Supporting Applications
  • Understanding Updates
  • PowerShell Commands
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials

Hands-On Labs Our edge

24 LiveLabs
  • Performing a Clean Install of Windows 10
  • Configuring Locales
  • Installing and Configuring MDT
  • Using the System Preparation Tool
  • Setting Up an On-Site Domain Controller
  • Installing and Configuring the AD FS Role on a Computer Using Server Manager
Labs run in your browser — nothing to install.

03 / Exam details

Managing Modern Desktops (MD-101) Details

Kick start your prep for the Microsoft MD-101 certification exam with the Managing Managing Modern Desktops (MD-101) course and lab. The lab is versatile and delivers hands-on experience, replacing expensive physical labs. The course and lab comprehensively cover the MD-101 certification exam objectives and provide the knowledge required to manage security, devices, and authentication; configure audit, plan and manage Microsoft Intune, and more.

Official exam objectives →
Questions 40-60 (per exam)
Duration 180 minutes (per exam)
Passing Score 700 (on a scale of 1000)
Exam Fee USD 165 (per exam)
Delivered by Pearson VUE (in-person or online)
Question Format Drag and drop, hot spot, multiple choices, Short answer,... single/multiple choice, performance-based
Practice Tests 191 Practice Questions (mapped to official exam objectives)
Certification MD-101 Microsoft credential

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04 / FAQs

Questions before you start

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When did the Managing Modern Desktops (MD-101) exam retire? 
The MD-101: Managing Modern Desktops exam was officially retired on September 30, 2023. It was replaced by Exam MD-102: Endpoint Administrator.
What is modern desktop management?
Modern desktop management refers to the consistent configuration, security, and management of user workspaces (whether on-premises, cloud-based, or hybrid) using tools like Microsoft Intune and Azure Active Directory. It enables IT teams to deploy, manage, and secure devices and applications efficiently across diverse environments.
Who is a modern desktop administrator?
A modern desktop administrator is an IT professional responsible for deploying, configuring, securing, managing, and monitoring devices and client applications in an enterprise environment.  They ensure that users have a seamless and secure experience across various devices and platforms.

Master Modern Desktop Management

This MD-101 Managing Modern Desktops exam preparation equips you with the skills to deploy, secure, and manage devices using Microsoft Intune and other modern tools.

  • 1 year of full access
  • 24 LiveLab included
  • Certificate of completion
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