Does Outlook have extra security measures if you don’t use a Window’s computer?

In a shopping mall, I tried to log onto my Outlook account in the Apple store, on an iPad Mini, and it said "You haven't logged on from this location recently".  It required me to send a confirmation code to my secondary email address. I didn't do that, so I wasn't able to access my email. However, I ventured to the Microsoft store next door and was able to log in to Outlook smoothly with the HP ENVY TouchSmart 15.  The "you haven't..." page did not show up at all, and I was able to see my email.  I am wondering if the added security only happens when one doesn't use a Microsoft-made product.  Thank you.