The latest Microsoft cloud service broke cover today as Windows Intune went in to beta. Windows Intune provides cloud based PC management including anti-virus, patch updating and more.
UPDATE 20th March: Windows Intune final version has been launched and is now generally available today in 35 countries.
Windows Intune simplifies how businesses manage and secure PCs using Windows cloud services and Windows 7—so your computers and users can operate at peak performance.
Windows Intune delivers cloud-based management and security capabilities that can be administered through a single Web-based console, enabling your end users and your IT staff to work from virtually anywhere-all that’s required is an Internet connection.
Details: WindowsTeamBlog | Windows Intune HomePage | Technet Resource.