Microsoft Purview - A Beginner’s Guide (2025): Simplifying security, compliance & governance (Microsoft Cybersecurity)

By Mr Rehan Raza and Mr. Rehan Raza

In today's world, data is both your greatest asset and your greatest challenge. Every organization must know where its data lives, who has access, how it's used, and whether it's secure. This isn't just an IT concern-it's a business imperative.
Microsoft Purview brings clarity to this complexity. It unifies governance, security, and compliance across on-premises systems, multi-cloud environments, and SaaS platforms. Whether you work in compliance, IT, data management, or leadership, Purview gives you the tools to protect and manage data effectively.

In 2025, advances in artificial intelligence, adaptive protection, and integration with Microsoft Fabric make Purview more vital than ever. This guide will demystify its capabilities and show you how to start small, build momentum, and create a future-ready data governance and security strategy for your organisation.

Your journey toward confident, intelligent data management starts here.

Who this book is for
This book is for anyone involved in managing, securing, and governing data within an organisation. Whether you're new to Microsoft Purview or already familiar with data management practices, this book will help you understand how to use Purview to streamline data governance and ensure compliance with regulations.

Table of contentsSection 1 An Introduction to Microsoft PurviewSection 2 Data Security SolutionsSection 3 Data Governance SolutionSection 4 Risk and Compliance SolutionsSection 5 Advanced Strategies and Operating ModelsSection 6 Shared Responsibility with Microsoft PurviewSection 7 Purview LicencingSection 8 Knowledge Check

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FLDXX2SB
• ISBN13: 9798296680822
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 82 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.2" x 5.5"