Microsoft 365 Certified Fundamentals: Exam MS-900 Guide is for individuals looking to understand and prove their foundational knowledge of the considerations and benefits of cloud services and cloud models. This exam goes into the details of Microsoft 365 as a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model, its implementation options, and its benefits. To cover all the topics of the MS-900 exam, this book will start by discussing cloud computing concepts. It is critical to understand that cloud computing is essential not only for everyday use but it also has potential on an enterprise-level for the following:

• Microsoft 365 and its core services
• Security and compliance
• Privacy and trust
• Support and pricing

This foundation will also set readers up for success in further certifications, should you choose to take more related technology exams. After going through this book, readers will be well positioned to not only pass this exam but, more importantly, also demonstrate basic knowledge of the Microsoft 365 platform.

First, we will start with cloud computing, such as how cloud computing is already part of your daily personal use. Then, we will expand to enterprise scenarios.

In this chapter, we will cover the following topics:

• What is cloud computing?
• Benefits of cloud computing
• Uses of cloud computing

On to the basics!