What does the term 'managed devices' refer to in JAMF Pro?

The term 'managed devices' in JAMF Pro refers to devices that are centrally managed under Mobile Device Management (MDM). This means that these devices are enrolled in the MDM solution provided by JAMF Pro, allowing for a unified approach to device management. Through MDM, administrators can enforce security policies, distribute applications, configure settings, and monitor device compliance.

Centrally managing devices ensures that they adhere to organizational standards and policies, providing both security and functionality. This level of control is essential for maintaining a secure and efficient IT environment, especially when dealing with multiple devices across various users in an organization.

While user-administered devices may have some level of management, they do not possess the same centralized oversight and control provided by MDM. Devices without restrictions may also pose security risks, as they lack the necessary management to enforce compliance with corporate policies. Similarly, devices that can only run specific applications are not a defining feature of what constitutes a managed device; rather, these limitations may be a result of particular management settings but do not encapsulate the broader meaning of the term.