How can Intune help ensure compliance for devices?

Microsoft Intune plays a crucial role in ensuring compliance for devices primarily through the enforcement of compliance policies for device security. This approach allows organizations to define specific security requirements that devices must meet in order to be considered compliant. These policies can cover various aspects such as password complexity, encryption status, operating system version, and more.

When compliance policies are applied, Intune continuously evaluates devices against these set criteria. If a device falls out of compliance, Intune can take actions such as restricting access to corporate resources or notifying the user to rectify the issue. This proactive management ensures that all devices accessing organizational data maintain a level of security that minimizes risks and protects sensitive information.

While other options may provide benefits, they do not specifically focus on the aspect of enforcing compliance policies as comprehensively as the correct choice. Regular system updates contribute to device security but are more about maintenance rather than enforcing compliance. Monitoring internet usage does provide insights into user activity, and remote desktop access enhances support capabilities, but neither directly relates to the enforcement of compliance policies necessary for device security standards. Thus, the enforcement mechanism in Intune surrounding compliance policies is pivotal for maintaining organizational security posture.