How to set up Windows 365 (2025 tutorial)

Set up and access your Cloud PCs from anywhere with a full Windows experience on any device using Windows 365. Whether you're working from a browser, the Windows app, or Windows 365 Link, your desktop, apps, and settings are always available—just like a traditional PC. As an admin, you can quickly provision and manage Cloud PCs for multiple users with Microsoft Intune.
Scott Manchester, Windows Cloud Vice President, shows how easy it is to set up secure, scalable environments, ensure business continuity with built-in restore, and optimize performance with AI-powered insights.
► QUICK LINKS:
00:00 - Windows 365 Cloud PC
00:51 - Benefits to Cloud PCs
02:32 - How to set it up
04:58 - Provisioning process
06:16 - Options to connect to Cloud PC
07:40 - Restore Cloud PC
08:52 - Backups for PC forensics
09:44 - Failover options
11:36 - Change Cloud PC specs
12:51 - Connect from personal devices
14:28 - Wrap up
► Link References
Check out https://aka.ms/W365Docs
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