Microsoft has announced the preliminary version of Windows 365 Reserve, a new service that provides temporary access to a cloud, Designed for uses in emergency cases When the main computer stops working for any cause.
This cloud platform is designed to minimize work interruptions caused by cyber attacks, hardware failures, software errors or any other circumstance that prevents using the main computers in the work environment. These disaster recovery PCs allow organizations to mitigate productivity problems during interruptions without physically replacing defective devices.
Windows 365 Reserve, PCS emergency against disasters
The failure in a single device It can have consequences in an entire organization: It stops productivity, delays deliveries and overload to IT teams. If that interruption is multiplied between thousands of employees, the impact becomes massive. Aggravated by cyber attacks, the cost of inactivity time of employees and devices is no longer theoretical: it is a crucial concern for the business. And hence the motivation of Windows 365 reserve: “A modern, safe and scalable solution that helps employees stay productive and connected when the unexpected occurs”explains Microsoft.
This cloud -based service works like a Independent offer of Windows 365 that administrators can implement as PC in the preconfigured cloud through Microsoft Intune. They are provided with corporate applications, security policies and access to the Microsoft 365 productivity suite.
Once provided, users can access their New temporary desks From any other device through web browsers or the Microsoft Windows application, all by means of a safe connection, while the main computers are repaired or replaced. Microsoft says that Windows 365 reserves also applies the organization’s security policies by default and follows the principles of zero trust for greater security during interruptions and inactivity times.
Windows 365 Reserve, as the name implies, is not designed for long -term use. Grant users Up to 10 days of access to the cloud PC per year. The annual 10 -day allocation can be used consecutively or divided by multiple incidents. Administrators will receive automatic notifications when user access approaches expiration, which will allow them to avoid interruptions or disapprove of cloud PCs to preserve the remaining time in future uses.
Windows 365 Reserve is currently available as a closed public version. Companies that wish to participate can complete a form or contact a Microsoft accounts team to join the test.
