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Microsoft announced today new business editions of its Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop 7 Copilot+ PCs with Intel x86 Core Ultra processors (Series 2). Additionally, a 5G-enabled variant of the Surface Laptop for Business is set to launch later this year. In September 2023, Microsoft introduced business editions of the Surface Pro 11 and…

Microsoft has announced the upcoming integration of its Security Copilot into the Surface Management Portal, offering customers access to the AI-powered chatbot in public preview starting on February 24. This new feature aims to enhance device management with advanced AI capabilities for IT administrators. The Surface Management Portal is a centralized platform integrated into the…

Microsoft announced this morning several new experiences coming to Surface Hub 3 later this year, including support for Microsoft Edge and Miracast wireless projection. These enhancements aim to enhance business collaboration by enabling seamless web access and content sharing. Microsoft launched Surface Hub 3 as an all-in-one digital whiteboard in December 2023. It offers seamless…

This guide will show you how to use the Azure Pricing Calculator effectively, offering step-by-step instructions, real-world examples, and key insights on leveraging its advanced features. By the end, you’ll not only understand your potential costs but also feel confident sharing polished estimates with stakeholders. When managing IT infrastructure, staying ahead of your budget can…

Microsoft Edge is adding a new security feature that uses machine learning to defend users against scareware attacks. The new Scareware blocker is currently available in preview in the Edge browser on Windows PCs. Scareware is a type of malicious software that is designed to trick users into thinking that their PC is infected with…

Microsoft has detailed key security recommendations for enterprises in 2025, emphasizing a proactive approach to data protection. The company urges businesses to strengthen their defenses against AI-driven attacks and phishing threats by adopting advanced security measures. “Reactive security isn’t enough to safeguard your environment. Our guidance for 2025 is to always start at the highest…

Microsoft has announced that the new brand impersonation protection feature will become generally available in Microsoft Teams next month. This security feature proactively alerts enterprise users to potential brand impersonation attempts in Teams chat messages. Previously, enabling external access in Teams allowed users to receive messages from outside domains. Microsoft Teams would automatically scan these…

Microsoft has announced the general availability of new Identity Secure Score recommendations in Microsoft Entra. These recommendations are designed to help administrators strengthen their security posture and provide actionable insights to detect and mitigate security risks within the organization. Microsoft first announced the Entra Identity Secure Score recommendations feature in April 2024. It provides recommendations…

Microsoft is gearing up to retire a key feature in Windows Server Update Services (also known as WSUS). The company is reminding customers that it will deprecate the WSUS driver synchronization service on April 18, 2025. WSUS (Windows Server Update Services) driver synchronization is a feature that allows administrators to manage and distribute driver updates…

At its core, Microsoft Intune is a Mobile Device Management (MDM) and Mobile Application Management (MAM) solution. It enables organizations to manage both corporate-owned and personal devices (Bring Your Own Device, or BYOD) in a way that balances security requirements with employee productivity. Intune integrates deeply with the Microsoft ecosystem, including Microsoft Entra ID (formerly…

Microsoft has alerted organizations about the risks of using outdated Exchange Servers. The company has warned that the Exchange Emergency Mitigation Service (EEMS) may no longer work on Exchange Server versions older than March 2023. What is Exchange Emergency Mitigation Service? Microsoft first released the Exchange Emergency Mitigation Service (EEMS) back in September 2021. This…

In this episode of First Ring Daily, Brad Sams and Paul Thurrott discuss organizational shakeups at Microsoft, including the recent departure of the company’s Executive Vice President of business development.