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Ricardo Barbosa

Ricardo Barbosa

MVP | Microsoft 365 & Intune Specialist | Cloud Security Advocate

๐Ÿ† Security
United States 1 year as MVP Altelix LLC Official Profile

๐Ÿ“‹ Biography

With over 29 years of experience in IT and a strong focus on Microsoft technologies, I specialize in Microsoft 365, Intune, Defender for Endpoint, and cloud security. I’m passionate about simplifying complex concepts, mentoring professionals, and helping organizations achieve secure and efficient digital transformation. As a community contributor, I regularly share technical articles, participate in discussions, and provide hands-on guidance on modern workplace solutions. My goal is to empower others through knowledge and real-world experience, always staying updated with the latest in enterprise mobility, compliance, and endpoint protection.

โœจ High-Impact Contributions 5

Disable User Access to Windows Update via Intune (Scan, Download & Install)

This article provides a step-by-step guide to disabling user access to Windows Update actions using Microsoft Intune. It explains how IT administrators can restrict scan, download, and install options to maintain centralized control over updates, reduce user-driven inconsistencies, and ensure compliance with organizational patch management strategies. By leveraging Intune policies, organizations can improve update governance, enhance security posture, and maintain consistent device configurations across managed environments. The article reached over 12,000 impressions, engaging more than 6,200 professionals and generating over 1,100 article views on LinkedIn, with strong community interaction, engagement, and audience growth.

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Aug 2025
Map SharePoint Document Libraries as Network Folders via Intune

This article provides a step-by-step guide to mapping SharePoint document libraries as network folders using Microsoft Intune. It explains how IT administrators can streamline access to cloud-based storage while maintaining centralized management and control. By leveraging Intune configurations, organizations can simplify user access to SharePoint resources, improve productivity, and ensure consistent deployment across managed devices. The article reached over 6,700 impressions, engaging more than 3,300 professionals and generating over 1,400 article views on LinkedIn, with strong community interaction, engagement, and audience growth.

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Jul 2025
The Hidden Compliance Trap in Intune: Why Devices Show as Not Compliant

This article explores a common compliance issue in Microsoft Intune where devices are marked as not compliant and provides a practical, step-by-step approach to identify and resolve the root cause. It helps IT administrators understand compliance evaluation logic, troubleshoot misconfigurations, and implement effective remediation strategies to ensure accurate device compliance status across managed environments. The article reached over 10,000 impressions, engaging more than 5,600 professionals and generating over 4,400 article views on LinkedIn, with strong community interaction, engagement, and audience growth.

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Jun 2025
Enable or Disable Web Sign-in on Windows Using Intune

This article provides a step-by-step guide to enabling or disabling Web Sign-in on Windows devices using Microsoft Intune. It explains how IT administrators can control authentication methods to improve security and manage user access across enterprise environments. By leveraging Intune policies, organizations can enforce secure sign-in experiences, align with identity governance strategies, and reduce risks associated with unmanaged authentication methods. The article reached over 4,500 impressions, engaging more than 2,300 professionals and generating over 1,400 article views on LinkedIn, with strong community interaction, engagement, and audience growth.

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Jun 2025
Mastering Intune: Automate Reboots to Boost Performance and Compliance

This article provides a practical, step-by-step approach to automating device reboots using Microsoft Intune to improve endpoint performance and maintain compliance. It demonstrates how IT administrators can enforce reboot policies to ensure updates are applied consistently, reducing system instability and improving overall device health. By leveraging Intune automation, organizations can strengthen endpoint governance while minimizing user disruption and maintaining operational efficiency. The article reached over 15,000 impressions, engaging more than 7,000 professionals and generating over 2,300 article views on LinkedIn, with over 200 interactions and noticeable audience growth.

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May 2025

Technology Focus

Microsoft Intune

Functional Roles

Consultant Trainer Content Creator Other

Languages

๐ŸŒ Brazilian Portuguese ๐ŸŒ English ๐ŸŒ Spanish

Stats

Contributions 5
Events 0
Social profiles 2
Years as MVP 1