Windows 365 Frontline updates: New shared mode

Microsoft Mechanics Podcast

Provide tailored Cloud PC experiences for diverse workforce needs with Windows 365 Frontline. With shared mode, offer cost-effective, on-demand Cloud PCs that reset after each session—ideal for frontline and part-time staff needing intermittent access. Dedicated mode delivers a personalized, consistent desktop experience for employees requiring prolonged use, all managed through Microsoft Intune. As an IT admin, set precise access policies, automate session timeouts, and adjust resources based on role requirements.

Sam Tulimat, Cloud Endpoints Principal PM Lead, shows how Windows 365 Frontline is designed to optimize resources, streamline workflows, and meet the unique needs of any team, ensuring every employee has the tools they need, when and where they need them.

► QUICK LINKS: 00:00 - One Cloud PC for multiple users 01:01 - Optimize costs with shared Cloud PCs 01:44 - Role-specific Cloud PCs 02:15 - Dedicated mode configuration 04:40 - Shared mode configuration steps 06:25 - Provisioning Policies 07:15 - Options to reprovision Cloud PCs 07:49 - Wrap up

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To get started, check out https://aka.ms/Windows365Frontline

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