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Managing Microsoft Teams: MS-700 Exam Guide

by Peter Rising, Nate Chamberlain

February 2021

Intermediate to advanced

452 pages

8h 44m

English

Packt Publishing

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Technical requirementsPlanning an upgrade path and coexistence mode from Skype for BusinessChoosing your upgrade pathUnderstanding coexistence mode at both the organization and per-user levelSetting the upgrade options for the whole organization in the Teams admin centerSetting the upgrade options for individual users in the Teams admin centerConfiguring the Meeting Migration Service to migrate Skype for Business meetings to TeamsManually migrating meetings to Teams using PowerShellSetting the Microsoft Teams upgrade notifications and default apps while in coexistence modeSummaryQuestionsFurther reading
Technical requirementsUnderstanding the required network bandwidth for Microsoft Teams meetings and live eventsUsing the Teams Network Planner and Network Testing Companion to assess readiness and determine your network requirementsUsing Network PlannerUsing the Network Testing CompanionConfiguring network ports and protocols to be used by the Teams client applicationOpening media portsCreating DNS required to federate with Skype for BusinessOptimizing your Teams media configuration using QoSWhen should you implement QoS?Configuring QoS for Microsoft TeamsConfiguring the Group Policy objectsSummaryQuestionsFurther reading
Technical requirementsUsing templates to create teamsTeams pre-built templatesCreating a custom template for a teamTeams template capabilitiesSetting up policies to manage the creation of Microsoft 365 groupsConfiguring classifications, expiration policies, and naming policies for Microsoft 365 groups and Microsoft TeamsConfiguring group classificationConfiguring expiration policiesConfiguring a naming policyArchiving, restoring, and deleting a teamArchiving a teamRestoring a teamDeleting a teamSummaryPractice questionsFurther reading
Technical requirementsConfiguring guest users and permissions for Microsoft TeamsSetting up guest accessAdding a guest to a teamConfiguring the meeting, messaging, and calling options for guests in Microsoft Teams Removing guests from Teams and reviewing guest access to Teams with Azure AD access reviews Removing a guest from a teamUsing Azure AD access reviews to review guest access to Azure AD and Microsoft TeamsConfiguring guest access from the Azure AD portalSummaryQuestionsFurther reading
Technical requirementsUnderstanding and assigning the Teams admin rolesAssigning Teams admin roles to usersManaging retention and sensitivity policies for Microsoft TeamsRetention policies for Microsoft TeamsSensitivity labelsSetting up alerts for security and compliance in Microsoft TeamsUnderstanding and implementing information barrier policies for Microsoft TeamsUnderstanding the security reports available within Microsoft TeamsSummaryQuestionsFurther reading
Technical requirementsDeploying Teams clients to devicesWindowsVirtual desktopsmacOSMobile devicesManaging device settingsManaging Teams Rooms devicesManaging Teams phones, collaboration bars, and Teams displaysManaging configuration profilesSetting up Microsoft Teams RoomsConfiguring a Microsoft Teams Rooms console deviceSummaryPractice questionsFurther reading
Technical requirementsViewing and understanding Teams usage reportsApps usage reportPSTN blocked usersViewing and understanding Microsoft 365 usage reportsOptimizing call quality per user with call analyticsUsing the Call Quality DashboardDetecting call quality issues with Power BISummaryQuestionsFurther reading

Technical requirementsConfiguring messaging policies Creating messaging policiesAssigning messaging policiesAssigning messaging policies via PowerShellManaging external access and setting external access options for SharePoint and OneDrive Configuring external access settings in Microsoft TeamsConfigure external access for SharePoint and OneDrive for BusinessManaging Teams' channels and private channel creation Managing channels for a teamManaging private channel creation policiesManaging Email integration in Teams Managing cloud file storage settings SummaryQuestionsFurther reading
Technical requirementsConfiguring Teams meeting settings Editing meeting settings with PowerShellConfiguring Teams meeting policies GeneralAudio & videoContent sharingParticipants & guestsMeeting policy actions with PowerShellConfiguring Teams live events settings Support URLThird-party video distribution providersConfiguring Teams live events policies Configuring conference bridge settings Creating a dedicated, local call-in numberChanging the conference bridge user experienceSummaryQuestionsFurther reading
Technical requirementsChoosing a PSTN connectivity solution Voice routing policiesOrdering phone numbersAdding numbers via the Teams admin centerPorting/transferring existing numbersRequesting numbers or transfers by PDF formManaging service numbers Configuring emergency addresses for your organization Managing phone numbers for users Assigning phone numbers to usersReleasing/deleting a phone numberConfiguring voice settings for users Dial plansConfiguring emergency calling Emergency calling policiesEmergency call routing policiesSummaryQuestionsQuestion set 2Further reading
Technical requirementsManaging resource accounts Creating and editing a resource accountCreating a resource account using PowerShellAssigning a phone number to a resource accountAssigning/unassigning Direct Routing numbers to/from resource accountsDeleting a resource accountCreating and managing call queues Preparing to create and manage call queues and auto attendantsCall queuesCreating a call queueCreating and managing auto attendants Creating an auto attendantManaging call park, calling, and caller ID policies Call park policiesCalling policiesCaller ID policiesUnderstanding and accessing the Health Dashboard for Direct Routing SummaryQuestionsFurther reading
Technical requirementsCreating a team Creating a new team from the Microsoft Teams clientCreating a new team from the Microsoft Teams admin centerCreating a new team via PowerShellCreating a team from an existing M365 group Managing the privacy settings for a team Managing organization-wide teams SummaryQuestionsFurther reading
Technical requirementsManaging users within a team Managing users via the Microsoft Teams admin centerManaging users via the Microsoft Teams client appManaging users via PowerShellConfiguring dynamic team membershipCreating a new Microsoft 365 group with dynamic membership and creating a teamCreating a new security group with dynamic membership and adding it to a teamModifying a team's existing Microsoft 365 group to have dynamic membershipUpgrading distribution lists to Microsoft 365 groups for membershipUsing access reviews to validate team membership Onboarding to utilize access reviewsCreating an access review for team/group membership validationSummaryQuestionsQuestion set 1Question set 2Further reading
Technical requirementsSetting up and managing app permission policies Setting up and managing app setup policies SummaryQuestionsQuestion set 1Question set 2Further reading
Case study (five questions)Offices, group SIPs, and current coexistence modesDevicesVoice projectPolicies and settingsCase study questionsMultiple-choice questions (20 questions)
Answers and explanations
Chapter 1 – Planning Your Migration to Microsoft TeamsChapter 2 – Assessing Your Network Readiness for a Microsoft Teams DeploymentChapter 3 – Planning and Implementing Governance and Life Cycle Settings within Microsoft TeamsChapter 4 – Configuring Guest Access in Microsoft TeamsChapter 5 – Managing the Security and Compliance Settings for Microsoft TeamsChapter 6 – Managing Endpoint Devices in Microsoft TeamsChapter 7 – Monitoring Usage within Microsoft TeamsChapter 8 – Managing Collaboration and Chat within Microsoft TeamsChapter 9 – Managing Meetings and Live Events in Microsoft TeamsChapter 10 – Managing Phone Numbers in Microsoft TeamsQuestion set 1Question set 2Chapter 11 – Managing Phone Systems in Microsoft TeamsChapter 12 – Creating and Managing TeamsChapter 13 – Managing Team Membership SettingsQuestion set 1Question set 2Chapter 14 – Creating App Policies within Microsoft TeamsQuestion set 1Question set 2
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Overview

"Managing Microsoft Teams: MS-700 Exam Guide" is a comprehensive resource for IT professionals preparing for the MS-700 certification exam. Designed to teach you how to effectively plan, configure, and administer Microsoft Teams within the Microsoft 365 platform, this book ensures targeted learning with exam focus and practical self-assessment questions.

What this Book will help me do

Gain an in-depth understanding of Microsoft Teams deployment planning and governance.
Master administrative tasks such as setting up meeting, chat, and phone features in Teams.
Develop skills to configure and manage security and compliance settings for Teams features.
Learn how to assess network readiness and manage endpoint devices for Teams.
Prepare effectively for the MS-700 certification exam using detailed mock exam questions and explanations.

Author(s)

None Rising and Nate Chamberlain are experienced professionals in the field of Microsoft 365 administration and Teams deployment. With extensive hands-on experience and certifications, they provide not just theoretical knowledge but practical insights. Their writing focuses on clear explanations and actionable learning to equip readers with both exam success and workplace skills.

Who is it for?

This book is ideal for IT professionals and administrators aiming to boost their skills in Microsoft Teams management and prepare for the MS-700 certification. Readers should have a basic knowledge of Microsoft 365 environments and Teams features. This book provides the expertise necessary for both certification success and effective Teams deployment, making it a fitting guide for those looking to advance their professional capabilities in collaboration platform administration.