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In a move that might raise some eyebrows but not quite spark the hysteria of wide-scale corporate layoffs, Microsoft recently announced job cuts that affect less than 1% of its 228,000-strong global workforce. While these layoffs stem primarily from performance evaluations, the timing tells a much bigger story tied to Microsoft's broader strategy, slowed rollouts of AI products like Microsoft 365 Copilot, and its shifting place in the competitive tech industry. Let’s crack this open and...

Microsoft is on a mission to bring Artificial Intelligence (AI) to the forefront of India's industry and economy. In a series of massive announcements made during the Microsoft AI Tour in New Delhi, the tech giant has revealed its plans to supercharge AI adoption in India through investments and partnerships that span key industries like public infrastructure, healthcare, financial services, automotive, agriculture, and education. These partnerships aim to harness the transformative...

In a significant move that could reshape the landscape of information governance and digital preservation, Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. has announced a new partnership with Preservica, the front-runner in Active Digital Preservation™ software. This collaboration aims to fortify the long-term preservation and management of digital content within the increasingly popular Microsoft 365 ecosystem. Let’s unravel what this strategic alliance means for businesses, government...

Let’s face it: a chunk of our digital life happens inside the confines of a browser these days. Whether you’re pounding away in Gmail, grabbing files from Google Drive, or hopping between meetings on Zoom, the browser often acts as both your desk and your doorway. But what if you’ve had enough of juggling browser tabs? What if you could make your favorite websites feel just like sleek, stand-alone apps? Turns out, you can! With just a sprinkle of creativity (and the right tools), Windows...

Microsoft is taking its Windows 11 user experience to the next level by weaving artificial intelligence (AI) advancements into the OS, cementing its position as a tech leader as Windows 10 nears the end of its support lifecycle. Whether you’re a casual Windows user, a hardcore enthusiast, or just someone trying to keep up with technology, Microsoft’s latest move is a game-changer that deserves a deeper dive. Let’s unravel what’s new, the broader implications, and how these features might...

As 2025 begins, the tech world remains a whirlwind, with layoffs, controversies, and shifting dynamics shaping the industry landscape. Microsoft is the latest tech titan to announce job cuts, citing the need for "high-performance talent" as a central motive. Let's dig into what’s going on at Microsoft, why this is happening, and how it fits into the broader scene. The Latest on Microsoft's Layoffs: Small in Numbers, Big in Impact Tech has been a rollercoaster ride over the past several...

The future is here, Windows 11 users—and it’s packing artificial intelligence. Microsoft has unveiled its latest innovation for Windows Search, an AI-powered feature that is set to revolutionize how we hunt for files and information on our devices. Imagine saying goodbye to your frantic quests to remember obscure file names or obscure folder paths. This enhancement promises to bring a laser focus to your searches, powered by cutting-edge AI. Let's dive in to explore what this all means for...

The professional world is like a game of chess—those with the right moves rise to the top. If there's one move that never fails, it’s stacking up on certifications! With technology evolving faster than the Windows 11 boot-up screen (and that's saying something), staying relevant in today's job market is more critical than ever. Let’s face it, competition is stiff, wages can plateau, and without an upper hand, you might end up clicking "Refresh" on job boards forever. So, if you're dreaming...

Microsoft Edge gets a lot of praise for its seamless integration with Windows. It's lightweight, fast, and intuitive. But sometimes, it also plays a little too nice with Microsoft-centric features. One of the more divisive examples is the Office File Viewer. Instead of downloading Office files (e.g., Word docs, Excel sheets, PowerPoint presentations) directly to your system, Edge takes the liberty of opening them in a new browser tab. This can be useful if you're always online, but for...

In an increasingly competitive era of artificial intelligence development, Microsoft has boldly stepped forward by open-sourcing its latest AI creation: Phi-4. Designed to balance performance with efficiency, Phi-4 isn’t your typical mega language model. It’s a compact, nimble powerhouse of 14 billion parameters, purpose-built to generate text and solve mathematical problems with unmatched finesse. Let’s dive deep into the world of Phi-4—from its technical architecture to its real-world...

It's hard to believe that Microsoft Teams, the chat and collaboration hub born in 2017, has transformed from a humble feature of the Microsoft 365 suite to the juggernaut of workplace productivity. By 2024, over 320 million users globally tap into Teams monthly—yes, that's roughly the population of the U.S. using Teams to dodge inbox wars and streamline those dreaded group projects. But hold on to your ergonomic chairs, folks, because artificial intelligence (AI) just supercharged it into...

Microsoft has set the clock ticking on support for Teams Rooms devices operating on Windows 10, with the cut-off date aligning with the general end-of-life (EOL) for the Windows 10 operating system: October 14, 2025. While this announcement was not entirely unforeseen (given Windows 10's EOL timeline), it carries significant implications for businesses relying on Teams Rooms-powered meeting systems. Understanding Teams Rooms for Windows For the uninitiated, Teams Rooms isn't your everyday...

Imagine a customer visiting your small business website and engaging with your team directly through a chatbox. Now, imagine all those interactions seamlessly integrating with your Microsoft Teams workspace, creating a stress-free and efficient workflow. That’s not a dream anymore—it’s Microsoft’s latest step toward simplifying customer communication for small businesses. The tech giant announced an exciting new live chat feature for Microsoft Teams that’s designed with small- and...

Attention all Microsoft partners! If you're looking to maximize your technological arsenal while riding the wave of artificial intelligence, there's a fresh opportunity you do not want to miss. As a part of their strategic initiative to empower partners across the Americas, Microsoft has launched their FY25 H2 Americas Partner Insider Call Series. The series is zeroing in on the revolutionary Microsoft 365 Copilot, setting the stage for partners to boost productivity, streamline operations...

Here’s an interesting combination—Microsoft SQL Server operating within the confines of Amazon Web Services (AWS). These two colossal platforms generally sit on opposite sides of the Cloud spectrum. However, when legacy environments refuse to die, sometimes you have to jam that SQL Server into AWS like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. This is what the original review brought up, and today we’re diving deep into what makes SQL Server a pain (and where it still shines) in such...

Microsoft, known for its technological prowess and a workforce exceeding 228,000 employees as of June 2024, is making headlines once again – but not in a way many expect. The tech giant has confirmed a wave of performance-based job cuts happening across its organization in 2025, including its highly pivotal security division. This decision reflects Microsoft's ongoing strategy to reshape its workforce by holding employees to higher standards of productivity and performance. So, what do these...

Microsoft is doubling down on artificial intelligence in its Windows ecosystem, and the latest frontier is Search. With Windows 10 officially nearing the end of its support lifecycle, the tech giant has confirmed plans to roll out an extensively revamped AI-powered Windows Search feature. This development is aligned with Microsoft's push to encourage reluctant users to embrace Windows 11. Here’s the lowdown on what this update means for your OS experience. What's New in Windows 11 Search...

It's been an exciting week in the tech world as Microsoft announced that it has officially open-sourced its latest small language model, Phi-4. This announcement echoes a growing trend among tech giants to publicly share their AI breakthroughs. If your inner Windows enthusiast is raising a digital eyebrow and asking, “Why should I care about yet another language model?”, let’s dive deep into the heart of the matter. There’s more to this story than meets the eye. What is Phi-4, and What Makes...

Picture this: a behemoth tech company ventures beyond its iconic productivity suite and dives headfirst into the future of computing. In 2010, Microsoft did exactly that by launching Windows Azure, later rebranded as Microsoft Azure in 2014. Over a decade later, Azure has snowballed into one of the most comprehensive cloud computing platforms available, taking on juggernauts like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). But what exactly is Azure? What can it do? And, most...