Microsoft takes a pivotal step in improving security with the introduction of a daily external recipient limit for Exchange Online customers. Starting in January 2025, the company will enforce a daily Exchange Online bulk email limit of 2,000 external participants to curb spamming and misuse of resources. The recipient rate limit is a security feature…
MC729718 – Updated April 12, 2024: Microsoft has updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience. Microsoft is refreshing the file creation experience in OneDrive for the web. Soon, when you select the Add new button, you will have the option to create a new blank file or to choose from high-quality, beautifully designed templates…
Microsoft released yesterday the April Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11 and Windows 10. This month, the company addressed 149 security vulnerabilities in Windows, Microsoft Office, and other components, with one already being exploited. On the quality and experience updates front, Microsoft released the KB5036893 update that enables the “Moment 5” features for all Windows…
Microsoft has introduced a new support-approved elevation feature within its Intune Endpoint Privilege Management solution. The new capability allows standard users to request temporary administrative privileges for specific tasks or applications. Microsoft Intune Endpoint Privilege Management (EPM) is a solution that enables organizations to give end users the ability to complete tasks that require elevated…
Last month, Microsoft announced a public preview of the new Planner experience in Microsoft Teams. The company has started rolling out the new Planner app in Teams to all commercial customers this week. The new Planner experience combines various task management and planning tools, such as Microsoft Planner, Microsoft To Do, and Microsoft Project, into…
In this article, I’ll explain what role-based access control (RBAC) is and how to configure it in Windows Admin Center. Next, I will cover topics such as creating roles, assigning permissions, and adding users and groups. I’ll include best practices and tips for managing access to your resources with Windows Admin Center. Windows Admin Center…
This Week in IT, I explore the changes Microsoft has announced to Teams and Office apps globally that it hopes might avoid a legal showdown with the EU. I look at how a previous antitrust battle changed the software landscape forever but why this one might not have much impact on the stronghold Microsoft Teams…
Microsoft has unveiled the pricing details for Extended Security Updates (ESUs) as Windows 10 approaches its end of support in October 2025. This Windows 10 ESU program offers organizations and consumers a means to protect their devices if they’re not yet prepared to upgrade to Windows 11. Microsoft notes that commercial customers will have different…
Microsoft has announced several new and upcoming recommendations for Entra ID customers. These recommendations enable organizations to improve the health and security of their applications. The Microsoft Entra recommendations feature enables customers to track all settings and resources within their organization. This feature simplifies the monitoring of the tenant’s status, ensuring it remains secure and…
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,…