Microsoft 365 E3 License Features and Services Explained
Question details
The user needs a breakdown of the specific features, services, and management capabilities included in a Microsoft 365 E3 license.
- Product
- Microsoft 365
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Understanding enterprise license capabilities and managing service allocations.
- Observed behavior
- The user is looking to understand what services are provided by the E3 license (such as Azure AD, Rights Management, Viva Learning) and the impact of disabling them.
Log in to the Microsoft 365 admin center using an account with administrator privileges to view or manage enterprise license assignments.
Overview of Microsoft 365 E3 Core Services
A breakdown of the key enterprise management, security, and productivity services included in the Microsoft 365 E3 license.
Microsoft 365 E3 provides enterprise-level applications combined with advanced security, identity management, and compliance tools. Each included service offers distinct administrative capabilities and end-user benefits.
Includes Azure AD Premium P1, which provides advanced identity management, conditional access policies, and centralized administration features to secure user logins.
Utilizes Azure Rights Management and Microsoft Information Protection to help administrators classify, label, encrypt, and protect sensitive content across the organization.
Features MyAnalytics for detailed productivity insights and work-habit reporting, along with Viva Learning, which integrates educational and training content directly within Microsoft Teams.
Adds robust security and device management features through Windows Enterprise, while the Windows Update for Business Deployment Service provides granular controls over system update deployments.
How to Manage E3 Services for Individual Users
Steps to turn specific E3 license capabilities on or off for users within your organization.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens when I disable a specific service in the Microsoft 365 E3 license?
Disabling an option in the admin center immediately removes access to that specific service or capability (like Viva Learning or Information Protection) for the selected user without affecting their other active applications.
Does the Microsoft 365 E3 license include Windows operating system upgrades?
Yes, the E3 license includes Windows Enterprise, which provides advanced security, device management features, and access to Windows Update for Business for streamlined deployment controls.
Can I assign different services to different users under the same E3 plan?
Yes, administrators can customize the service allocation by manually checking or unchecking specific apps and services under the 'Licenses and apps' section for each individual user profile in the admin center.
Is Azure AD Premium P1 included by default in the E3 subscription?
Yes, Microsoft 365 E3 includes Azure AD Premium P1 out of the box to provide organizations with advanced identity management, single sign-on capabilities, and enhanced security features.
