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Microsoft has confirmed a new issue involving the LSASS Memory Leak that is currently plaguing Windows Server machines. The company detailed on the Windows Health Dashboard that the latest Patch Tuesday Update may cause Domain Controllers (DCs) to stop working or automatically restart. Specifically, Microsoft has warned that customers installing the latest Windows Server updates…

Microsoft unveiled two new Surface devices during its business-focused digital event today: The Surface Pro 10 for Business and the Surface Laptop 6 for Business. The company has also announced a new Surface IT Toolkit, which offers a unified hub for configuration and technician tools. It has been two years since Microsoft released the Surface…

Microsoft is hosting its Surface and Windows AI event today, where the company has announced several updates coming to Windows 11 and Windows 365. The company also highlighted its efforts to simplify user access to the new Copilot AI assistant on Windows devices. Copilot in Windows allows users to ask questions in natural language commands,…

Microsoft is holding its “Advancing the New Era of Work” digital event and the company made some big announcements for IT Pros. The company has unveiled a slew of security features and other improvements for Windows 365 customers to help organizations in advancing this new era of work. Microsoft has announced the general availability of…

The buzz around Microsoft Copilot has been well-documented. Since its inception, this intelligent AI assistant tool has offered users access to a wealth of information and resources to help them work more efficiently and effectively. It’s certainly part and parcel of Microsoft’s continued excellence in responsible AI integration across its estate. In this article, I’ll outline…

Microsoft has recently released a slew of updates aimed at enhancing the billing experience for its commercial customers. These updates include billing accounts and profiles, an updated invoice format, flexible billing frequencies, and a new cancellation policy. The Microsoft Customer Agreement (MCA) is a legal contract between Microsoft and its customers. It’s a digital agreement…

Microsoft has announced several updates to enhance the adoption and engagement of apps in Microsoft Teams. The company highlighted that the Teams app store now boasts over 2,000 downloadable applications. Microsoft has made some improvements to the way organizations can view and handle requests for apps. Specifically, the company has added a new “User Requests”…

Microsoft has announced the release of SharePoint Server Subscription Edition (SE) version 24H1, marking a significant step forward in collaborative tools for modern organizations. This update introduces several enhancements aimed at bolstering security, simplifying management, and enhancing user experience. Microsoft launched SharePoint Server Subscription Edition in preview for on-premises customers in July 2021. It offers…

Microsoft has recently announced that Office 2024 LTSC will be available for commercial customers on Windows and macOS in April. The company has also detailed its plans to launch Office 2024 for consumers later this year. The Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) of Microsoft Office is tailored for organizations that prefer a consistent release schedule with…

Microsoft has announced that business customers will no longer need to pay an egress fee to remove data from its Azure cloud infrastructure. This decision aligns with similar actions taken by competitors, including Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Google Cloud. Google announced in January that it will no longer charge businesses for transferring their data…

In this episode of First Ring Daily, Brad Sams and Paul Thurrott discuss Microsoft’s unified Teams client that just entered public testing with Windows Insiders, and the consequences of Microsoft not completely killing the Windows 10 taskbar in Windows 11.

Microsoft is expanding the availability of its Copilot for Microsoft 365 to more commercial customers. Additionally, Copilot Pro subscribers can now access the AI-powered assistant within Microsoft 365 web apps. Copilot for Microsoft 365 became generally available for commercial customers in November 2023. The AI assistant allows users to ask work-related questions, draft emails, catch…