Microsoft’s Introducing a New Way to Update Office, Current Branch for Business
by Brad Sams
To help corporate customers keep their machines updated but no overburden them with updates, the company has announced Current Branch for Business.
Author: Brad Sams
Brad Sams has more than a decade of writing and publishing experience under his belt including helping to establish new and seasoned publications From breaking news about upcoming Microsoft products to telling the story of how a billion dollar brand was birthed in his book, Beneath a Surface, Brad is a well-rounded journalist who has established himself as a trusted name in the industry.
Microsoft’s Office 2016 Will Arrive on September 22
by Brad Sams
Microsoft has announced that on September 22, the company will begin rolling out Office 2016, the latest iteration of the company’s productivity suite.
Windows 10 Roadmap – Fall 2015 Edition
by Brad Sams
With the release of Windows 10, Microsoft is moving to a new servicing model for the OS that includes constantly updating the platform as well as introducing new tools for the enterprise. To help keep you abreast of the roadmap ahead for the OS, using information from trusted insider sources at Microsoft, I have created… Read More
Windows 10 Will Receive Three New Enterprise Features This Month
by Brad Sams
Microsoft has announced that Enterprise Data Protection, Microsoft Passport and Windows Store for Business will be arriving to Windows Insiders this month.
Windows 10 has Surpassed 81 Million Installs
by Brad Sams
Not long ago, Microsoft announced that Windows 10 had surpassed 75 million installs and that number continues to grow with my insider sources telling me that the OS is installed on more than 81 million machines. Windows 10 is crucial for Microsoft's future success in the enterprise and consumer markets. Seeing as Windows 8 was largely ignored by… Read More
Microsoft ratchets up its cloud security credibility by acquiring Adallom
by Brad Sams
Microsoft has announced this morning that they have acquired Adallom, a cloud security firm that helps secure client data.
Microsoft has acquired VoloMetrix, an organizational analytics tool
by Brad Sams
Microsoft has announced today that they have acquired VoloMetrix, a company that specializes in organizational analytics.
Microsoft attracts an unlikely ally with Windows 10, VMware
by Brad Sams
VMware is going to bury the hatchet with Microsoft as the two companies, who were once fierce combatants, are now working together to promote Windows 10.
Microsoft cranks up the performance of its VMs, cuts prices too
by Brad Sams
Microsoft has announced a new type of VM, the GS series, that is the company's top end offering and is designed for the most intensive applications.
Microsoft’s SQL Server 2016 CTP 2.3 now available to download
by Brad Sams
Microsoft has released SQL Sever 2016 CTP 2.3 (Community Technical Preview) is now available for download and it comes with several new features.
Microsoft is reducing its number of portals, merging Intune with Office 365
by Brad Sams
Microsoft is reducing the number of portals it has by merging the Intune portal with Office 365, the Intune portal will shutdown later this month.
Windows Update for Business will arrive later this year
by Brad Sams
Microsoft announced Windows Update for Business but it has yet to be released, expect it to arrive later this year.
Windows 10 Enterprise adoption rate is ‘unprecedented’
by Brad Sams
Microsoft has said that the adoption rate of Windows 10 is unprecedented for only a month after launch and they are encouraged by early feedback.
Hello, World
by Brad Sams
Brad Sams is joining Petri as the Executive Editor where he will be helping to create content and drive strategy to grow Thurrott and Petri into household names.