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Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) has become important for user security within Active Directory environments. By implementing additional verification steps, MFA makes it more difficult for adversaries to gain unauthorized access and it is essential for any organization aiming to secure its Active Directory infrastructure. However, despite investing heavily on MFA to stop cyberattacks, top research reports…

Some European Microsoft 365 users started the week this morning without access to Microsoft 365 services. Microsoft said on X that was investigating an issue impacting users accessing Exchange Online and some functionality in Microsoft Teams calendar. The issue mostly appeared to affect users trying to access Outlook through the web browser. Although, some users…

Microsoft updated its roadmap last week to confirm that Intelligent Event Recap is coming to Teams Town Hall and Webinars in January 2025. Intelligent Event Recap, similar to Intelligent Meeting Recap, which was first launched for Teams Premium users in May, 2023, uses artificial intelligence to create an overview of an event with the aim…

Back in June 2024, Microsoft announced the new ‘Copilot+’ PC specification and device type. They also gave a demonstration of Windows Recall, a controversial new feature that takes periodic snapshots of your computer screen, capturing what you’re doing, so you can ‘go back in time’ and remember that website you were doing research on, or…

On this episode of First Ring Daily, Brad Sams and Paul Thurrott discuss the biggest announcements from Microsoft’s Ignite conference for IT Pros this week, as well as the US DOJ formally recommending that Google should be forced to divest itself of its Chrome web browser.

This week at the Ignite 2024, Microsoft announced many new features coming to the company’s web browser, Edge for Business. Because today’s work environment looks very different from just a few years ago, Microsoft continues to adapt to the new hybrid landscape and offer more security-focused features to keep your organization safe and protected. Cybersecurity…

At their Ignite 2024 tech conference this week, Microsoft announced a restructuring of sorts for Windows Server Management features and SKUs and brought them under Azure Arc. They are advertising the features as a ‘free add-on’ bundle for companies utilizing Windows Server Pay as you Go, or active Software Assurance (SA) agreements. This is why…

At Microsoft’s Ignite 2024 tech conference this week in Chicago, Redmond announced the first ‘Cloud PC’ device—a purpose-built solution called Windows 365 Link. With a public preview starting now, they are expected to be shipping or generally available in April 2025. “…a small Windows-based OS designed to connect you to Windows 365 in seconds” –…

Microsoft has announced new security features coming to Windows 11 Enterprise at Ignite 2024. The company has also introduced the Windows Resiliency Initiative to make Windows more robust and secure for enterprise customers. Windows 11 Enterprise gets hotpatching support and PDE Microsoft has announced Hotpatch support for Windows 11 Enterprise 24H2 and Windows 365. This…

Microsoft has announced plans to use AI models to enhance Windows search on its new Copilot+ PCs. These search improvements are coming to File Explorer, Windows Search, and Settings. The improved Windows Search experience is designed to make it easier for users to find files, including documents and photos. This feature will eliminate the need…

Microsoft has announced new updates for Microsoft 365 Copilot at its Ignite conference this morning. With Copilot Actions, organizations can streamline workflows by automating repetitive tasks with simple, customizable prompts. “For example, you can automatically receive a summary of your most important action items at the end of each workday; create an action to gather…

Microsoft announced today several updates coming to Microsoft Teams at its Ignite 2024 conference. The company detailed new meetings features to enhance collaboration and the integration of Storyline in Microsoft Teams. Starting this month, the meeting transcription feature in Teams will add support for multilingual meetings to facilitate collaboration among global teams. Once enabled, the…