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Microsoft is raising the bar for Windows 11 security with a fresh batch of features designed to put users in the driver’s seat of their privacy and protection. These new security features are designed to give users more control over their privacy and protection on Windows PCs. Administrator protection is a new Windows security feature…

Microsoft has announced a slew of updates to support local AI development on Windows, including the launch of Windows AI Foundry. This new platform, built on the Windows Copilot Runtime, provides developers with a seamless, unified environment to create, customize, and deploy AI solutions on Windows. Microsoft received feedback that many developers want ready-made AI…

Microsoft 365 Copilot is about to get a major productivity boost for commercial users with the upcoming launch of Copilot Tuning. Rolling out in June, Copilot Tuning is a low-code solution that lets businesses train AI models and build custom agents using their company data in Copilot Studio. “With Copilot Tuning, you can use your…

Microsoft has announced a suite of productivity enhancements designed to enhance its popular Windows Developer tools. Among the biggest announcements is the open-source release of the Windows Subsystem for Linux, empowering developers with greater flexibility and customization. Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) was first introduced in 2016 as part of the Windows 10 Anniversary Update….

Microsoft has rolled out SQL Server 2025 in public preview for commercial customers, introducing a powerful upgrade tailored for modern data needs. This latest version brings built-in AI capabilities, enhanced developer productivity, and seamless integration with Microsoft Azure and Fabric—all within the core database engine. “We understand that developers need the right tools and interfaces…

Microsoft has proposed a set of commitments to the European Commission aimed at resolving concerns over the bundling of Teams in its Microsoft 365 and Office 365 suites. These commitments are now open for public feedback as part of the Commission’s ongoing competition investigation. Slack’s 2020 complaint sparked regulatory action In 2020, Slack filed an…

In this episode of First Ring Daily, Brad Sams and Paul Thurrott discuss Microsoft laying off 3% of its workforce this week, with the job cuts hitting many people in software engineering at a time when AI is now writing up to 30% of the company’s code.

As cloud adoption accelerates, many organizations are discovering that the journey is filled with unexpected hurdles and frustrations. In response, Gartner has identified six key trends that will shape the future of cloud computing over the next four years. “These trends are accelerating the shift in how cloud transforms from a technology enabler to a…

Microsoft has rolled out automated remediation support for its Automated Investigation and Response (AIR) in Defender for Office 365. This new security feature can now take AI-driven action against detected threats to eliminate the need for manual intervention from security teams. What is Automated Investigation and Response (AIR)? Automated Investigation and Response (AIR) is a…

Security is becoming a key factor in purchasing decisions, particularly across Europe, where it’s now seen as a competitive differentiator. At the same time, responsibility for security is shifting from centralized teams to developers and product groups, which reflects the growing influence of DevSecOps. According to the Checkmarx’ annual report, this survey was conducted based…

Microsoft has announced the public preview of file attachment support in Case Management, a new feature that lets administrators seamlessly upload and organize essential documents directly within a case. This enhancement streamlines investigations by keeping all relevant evidence in one secure, centralized location. Microsoft Defender Case Management is a built-in feature that allows security teams…

Microsoft has rolled out the May 2025 Patch Tuesday updates, delivering not only the routine security fixes but also several notable quality enhancements for Windows 11 and Windows 10. This month’s release includes an impressive 74 patches addressing vulnerabilities across Windows and its components, Office, Azure, Remote Desktop Gateway Service, Microsoft Defender, and more. On…