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What’s coming in Windows 11 22H2
Get a sneak peek at the main features arriving with the first Windows 11 feature update this fall.
How tech companies are responding to the talent gap
Tech companies face a dearth of workforce talent, which has led many organizations to hire through non-traditional approaches that include coding bootcamps, low-code training, and focusing on population areas outside the norm.
Microsoft delivers solid Windows-focused updates for June's Patch Tuesday
This month's Patch Tuesday updates deal with 55 flaws in Windows, SQL Server, Microsoft Office, and Visual Studio, and include a zero-day vulnerability in a key Windows component.
Microsoft launches new AI-powered Viva Sales tool
Designed to bridge the gap between Microsoft 365, Teams and CRM, Viva Sales automates data entry tasks and delivers AI-powered insights to sales teams.
The death of Internet Explorer: Good riddance to bad rubbish
Microsoft has pulled the plug on support for the IE desktop app. Finally!
Office 2021 vs. Microsoft 365: How to choose
Microsoft Office may be the most common productivity tool for corporate users, but it's not a one-size-fits-all suite. Here are the differences between Office 2021 and Microsoft 365 and how to decide which is best for you.
Microsoft promises to recognize Activision Blizzard unions
Microsoft has formalized its promise that it won’t stand in the way of unionization efforts at Activision Blizzard, announcing an agreement with the Communications Workers of America.
Before Patch Tuesday, a to-do list to avoid trouble
Whenever the second Tuesday of the month rolls around, Microsoft pushes out a raft of updates and patches for Windows users. What should users do to get ahead of any potential trouble?
The productivity advantages of Microsoft Azure: vertical focus
Microsoft this week talked up its cloud-based sustainability efforts, but what it envisions could go far beyond that one issue.
Microsoft commits to ban non-competes and increase pay transparency in the US
The technology giant is making four broad commitments to US-based employees, including the removal of controversial clauses from employee contracts.
Windows 11 22H2 goes gold; expected to ship later this year
Microsoft announced what's likely the shipping version for Windows 11 22H2, now available through its Insider channel, enabling IT shops to test it on qualified systems before it ships later this year. The company is also offering...
After a Windows update, what should you expect?
For many Windows users, updates from Microsoft can mean a lot of things. But just what’s 'normal' and what should you really expect post-update?
Microsoft promises to engage with employee unions
As the labor movement gains momentum in the tech sector, Microsoft’s relaxed stance contrasts with Amazon and Apple, which have resisted unionization.
Microsoft is building an ARM-powered Windows mini
Sometime in 2023, Microsoft will release its first desktop from Project Volterra.
Microsoft pumps the brakes on hiring
Microsoft is pulling back on hiring tech talent for its Windows, Office and Teams chat and conferencing software groups.
Microsoft security vulnerabilities drop after five-year rise
While elevated privilege attacks remain a critical security concern when using Microsoft products, a new report says that the raw number of vulnerabilities is dropping.
Microsoft takes productivity, collaboration to the top floor at Build
At this year's Build event, Microsoft showed how serious it is about deepening the collaboration capabilities in its software.
Adobe tightens Microsoft integration for document management, validation
Teams, Power Automate, and more will all receive more direct integration with Adobe’s document management services.