Rabia Noureen

Microsoft 365 apps will soon prompt eligible users to back up their files to OneDrive, ensuring better data security and seamless access across devices. These prompts will start rolling out in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint on Windows PCs next month, encouraging users to enable OneDrive Known Folder Move (KFM) for automatic cloud backups. OneDrive Known…

Microsoft is expanding its cybersecurity offerings by making Microsoft 365 E5 Security available as an add-on for Microsoft 365 Business Premium customers. This new solution is designed to provide small and medium-sized businesses with robust, cost-effective protection against a wide range of cyber threats. Microsoft 365 Business Premium is a comprehensive solution designed for small…

Workplace technology is meant to boost productivity, but for many UK employees, it’s becoming a major roadblock. A new study reveals that technology overload is leaving workers feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, and even ready to quit. According to Workplace 365, a digital workplace provider, 59% of employees believe that simplifying digital workplaces should be a top…

Microsoft has announced two new AI-driven agents designed to automate key business functions in Dynamics 365, enhancing sales efficiency and productivity. The company plans to launch Sales Agent and Sales in public preview in May. AI agents are autonomous software programs that leverage artificial intelligence to perform tasks by perceiving their environments, making decisions, and…

Microsoft Teams just got a whole lot smarter and more efficient with its latest February updates, introducing intelligent features that enhance chat, meetings, and collaboration. From adding bots to group chats to scheduling messages and improving webinar experiences, here’s a quick look at everything new in Teams this month. New chat & collaboration features Microsoft…

Microsoft has launched Windows 365 Disaster Recovery Plus in public preview for enterprise customers. This new offering provides organizations with a faster, more reliable way to restore their Windows 365 Cloud PCs during outages. Microsoft launched Windows 365 cross-region disaster recovery in July last year. This service allows Windows 365 Enterprise customers to ensure business…

This weekend, Microsoft tackled a major outage that left thousands of users unable to access key Microsoft 365 services like Outlook and Teams. The company later confirmed that a faulty code change was to blame for the disruption. What caused the Microsoft 365 outage? According to Downdetector, the outage began at around 4:00 PM ET…

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a sophisticated phishing campaign targeting Microsoft SharePoint accounts, using a deceptive technique called ClickFix. This attack exploits user trust to execute malicious commands, deploying the powerful Havoc command-and-control (C2) framework to seize full control over compromised systems. The ClickFix cyberattack technique involves tricking users into executing malicious PowerShell commands by presenting…

Microsoft is enhancing data security in SharePoint Online by introducing support for sensitivity labels with user-defined permissions, giving organizations greater control over sensitive content. This new feature is currently available in public preview for commercial customers. What are Microsoft Purview sensitivity labels? Microsoft Purview sensitivity labels are tools designed to help organizations classify and protect…

Microsoft is set to retire Skype for consumers on May 5, 2025. To ensure a smooth transition, the company is urging users to migrate to the free version of Microsoft Teams, its modern alternative for messaging and calls. Microsoft says that existing Skype users will be able to log into Microsoft Teams with their Skype…

Microsoft has released its latest monthly recap, highlighting new features and enhancements for Microsoft Intune. This update brings significant improvements to the Managed Home Screen (MHS) application, enhancing device management and user experience. The Managed Home Screen (MHS) app is an Android tool used in corporate environments to control and customize the user interface on…

Microsoft is set to release a new update for the OneDrive web app that will allow users to secure their PDF files with User and Owner Passwords for enhanced protection and control. This new feature ensures that sensitive documents remain accessible only to authorized users while preventing unauthorized modifications or misuse. Currently, the OneDrive web…