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Key Topics:
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Introduction and Webinar Details: Robert welcomed participants to the December 2024 need-to-know webinar, acknowledged the holiday season, and provided information on accessing the recording and shared resources. He also mentioned the creation of a Teams shared channel for updates. 0:06
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Microsoft 365 Updates: Robert discussed updates and new features coming to Microsoft 365, including enhancements to Copilot, the ability to add images from Copilot in Word and PowerPoint, and the importance of AI in various Microsoft services. 2:04
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Intune and Security Updates: Robert highlighted improvements in Intune, including the deprecation of older admin templates in favor of the settings catalog, and the integration of AI in security features. 3:48
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GitHub Copilot for VS Code: Robert announced that GitHub Copilot is now available for free for VS Code users, allowing them to write and understand code using AI. He recommended the commercial version for IT professionals. 4:31
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Book Recommendation: Robert recommended the book “The Coming Wave” by Mustafa Suleyman, which provides a realistic overview of AI, including its challenges and threats. He also suggested watching Mustafa’s TED talk. 6:18
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Copilot Overview: Robert provided an overview of Microsoft Copilot, explaining its integration with Microsoft 365 applications, its reliance on the Microsoft Graph, and its ability to assist with tasks such as meeting summaries, data analysis, and content creation. 7:43
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Copilot Licensing and Dependencies: Robert explained the licensing requirements for Copilot, including the need for an annual commitment, and emphasized the importance of having underlying services like identity and security in place for Copilot to function effectively. 10:32
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Copilot Studio: Robert introduced Copilot Studio, which allows organizations to customize Copilot for their specific needs, and demonstrated how to create and use custom agents within the Microsoft environment. 14:09
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Copilot in Action: Robert demonstrated the use of Copilot in various applications, including Word and Teams, showing how it can generate content, summarize information, and assist with technical queries. 20:04
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Admin and Security Considerations: Robert discussed the importance of having security and compliance measures in place before implementing Copilot, and highlighted tools like the Purview portal for managing data security posture. 35:54
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Copilot Adoption and Usage: Robert emphasized the need for training and understanding how to use Copilot effectively, and provided insights into driving adoption and monitoring usage within an organization. 51:22
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Conclusion and Q&A: Robert concluded the webinar by thanking participants, encouraging feedback, and wishing everyone a happy new year. He also mentioned the availability of the webinar recording and additional resources. 54:09
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