The security stakes have never been higher and, consequently, the protection of endpoints as a key component of any extended detection and response (XDR) strategy has never been more critical—
The IDC MarketScape recognized Microsoft’s commitment to cross-platform support with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, noting that “As telemetry is the rocket fuel for AI- and machine learning-infused endpoint security solutions, Microsoft’s breadth and volume are unequaled geographically and across customer segments (enterprise, small and midsize businesses, and consumer). With the support of macOS, iOS, and Android, Microsoft’s telemetry pool is expanding and diversifying. Microsoft’s expanded platform support also chips away at the long-standing advantage of endpoint security independent software vendors (ISVs).”