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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…

Microsoft has announced it will continue supporting Microsoft 365 apps on Windows 10 through October 2028, offering users a longer transition period. The company detailed in a support document that Microsoft 365 subscribers will keep receiving security updates for these apps until October 10, 2028. After October 14, customers with an active Microsoft 365 subscription…

This guide will explore how to copy files and directories using the PowerShell Copy-Item cmdlet, cover advanced options (like recursion, filtering, and overwrite rules), and discuss performance considerations. Whether you’re a sysadmin or a developer, learn how to streamline your file operations with practical examples and best practices. What is the PowerShell Copy-Item cmdlet? The…

Microsoft has detailed some important updates for the High Volume Email (HVE) service that launched in public preview in July 2024. The company will extend support for basic authentication in HVE until September 2028, offering organizations more time to modernize their systems. Microsoft has removed basic authentication support for email connectivity protocols to enhance security…

Cisco’s latest research reveals that most organizations are ill-equipped to handle today’s growing cyberthreats. According to the 2025 Cisco Cybersecurity Readiness Index, only 4 percent of organizations have achieved a “Mature” level of cybersecurity preparedness capable of withstanding modern cyberattacks. Cisco’s research study is based on a survey of 8,000 private sector security and business…

As organizations struggle to find a new balance between expanding remote work options and repatriation back to the office, endpoint management has become a top issue. And with the growing risk of cyberthreats becoming more tangible every day – effective endpoint management is essential to ensure security and compliance. Unified Endpoint Management Unified Endpoint Management…