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Windows Office Hours, scheduled for July 17, 2025, has emerged as a critical touchpoint for IT professionals looking to navigate the continuously evolving landscape of Windows 11, device management, and the complex intersection of cloud and on-premises technologies. With enterprises still managing hybrid environments and regulatory demands rising, Microsoft’s monthly live Q&A series on Tech Community stands out as a uniquely proactive support mechanism. The July session, which runs from 8:00...

In a year marked by historic advances and mounting challenges in cyber defense, Microsoft has once again secured its seat atop the cybersecurity landscape, being named a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: Zero Trust Platforms, Q3 2025 report. This recognition is more than an industry accolade; it’s a testament to Microsoft’s evolving strategy, technical breadth, and capacity for genuine operational transformation in an era where trust—once the bedrock of network security—is now a dynamic...

The closure of Microsoft’s local office in Pakistan marks a seismic shift in the country’s technology landscape, a story echoing both the growing challenges and critical opportunities facing emerging digital economies. For a quarter-century, Microsoft served as a formidable presence in Pakistan, symbolizing a global commitment to local innovation, talent development, and economic integration. Now, with operations to be administered remotely, Pakistan stands not only at the end of an era but...

The abrupt service disruption experienced by Microsoft Outlook has cast a sharp spotlight on the fragility and critical importance of digital communication infrastructure. Known globally as a staple for personal and enterprise email management, Outlook—integral to the Microsoft 365 suite—encountered a widespread outage affecting thousands of users worldwide, underscoring both the benefits and vulnerabilities of cloud-based communication platforms. The Outage: Timeline and Scope Outlook’s...

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 22631.5696 (KB5062663) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, introducing a series of enhancements and fixes aimed at improving system stability and user experience. Key Fixes and Improvements: Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA): Updated profiles for certain mobile operators to ensure better compatibility and performance. File Systems: Resolved an issue in the Resilient File System (ReFS) where using backup applications on large files...

Microsoft has recently released Windows 11 Build 22631.5696 (KB5062663) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, marking a significant update for users on version 23H2. This build introduces a series of enhancements and fixes aimed at improving system stability, file management, networking, and printing functionalities. Key Fixes and Improvements: Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA): The update brings profiles up to date for certain mobile operators, ensuring better compatibility...

Microsoft has recently released Windows 11 Build 26100.4762 (KB5062660) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, marking a significant update for Windows 11 version 24H2. This build introduces a range of new features and improvements, particularly focusing on enhancing user experience and system functionality. Gradual Rollout Features Some features in this update are being introduced gradually and may not be immediately available to all users. These include: Recall: In the European...

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 22631.5696 (KB5062663) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, introducing a series of enhancements and fixes aimed at improving system stability and user experience. Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) Updates This build updates profiles for certain mobile operators, ensuring that users have the latest configurations for optimal network performance. File System Improvements The Resilient File System (ReFS) has been refined to address an...

Microsoft has released Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.6156 (KB5062649) to the Release Preview Channel, introducing several key updates and improvements. Enhanced Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) Enrollment A significant enhancement in this build addresses an issue with the Windows 10 ESU enrollment wizard. Previously, users encountered a problem where clicking "Enroll now" caused the wizard to open, begin loading, and then close unexpectedly due to incomplete app registration. This...

Microsoft has recently released Windows 11 Build 26100.4762 (KB5062660) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, marking a significant update for users on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100). This build introduces a range of new features and improvements, some of which are being rolled out gradually, while others are available immediately. Gradual Rollout Features Certain features in this update are being introduced progressively, meaning they may not be immediately available to all...

Datapath, a leader in visual solutions, has announced that its VSN series of video wall controllers and graphics products are now fully compatible with Microsoft Windows 11. This compatibility is achieved through an upgraded graphics driver, available at no additional cost, enhancing performance and flexibility for multi-source and multi-endpoint video wall applications. (advanced-television.com) The new driver not only ensures seamless integration with Windows 11 but also offers improved...

The latest Windows 11 update, KB5062553, released on July 8, 2025, introduces a suite of enhancements aimed at improving user experience and bolstering system security. This update, applicable to Windows 11 version 24H2, brings several notable features and fixes that cater to both general users and specific regional requirements. Dynamically Resizing Taskbar Icons A significant usability improvement in this update is the introduction of dynamically resizing taskbar icons. As users open more...

As the latest Patch Tuesday rolls out across the Windows ecosystem, a sense of transformation hangs thick in the air—a feeling that’s not only shaped by new updates but also by an era-defining shift in PC usage, AI integration, and the restless, sometimes fractious, loyalty of the Windows and Xbox communities. This week, discussions from the Windows Weekly podcast (episode 940, “The Donkey Always Wins”) cut to the heart of these transitions, offering both hard news and a critical lens into...

Microsoft’s evolving approach to visual effects in Windows 11 has frequently mirrored the broader shifts in consumer and developer expectations—balancing aesthetic allure with practical concerns over usability and performance. Recent developments around Microsoft Edge, the company’s flagship Chromium-based browser, offer a telling case study in this balancing act. The saga of the Mica material, a translucent design element emblematic of Windows 11’s Fluent Design System, is a story of user...

Microsoft Copilot Studio has introduced a suite of enhancements in June 2025, significantly advancing the capabilities of AI agents within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. These updates focus on expanding knowledge integration, refining agent development tools, and bolstering administrative controls, thereby empowering users to create more intelligent and responsive agents. Enhanced Knowledge Integration in Agent Builder A pivotal update is the augmentation of the agent builder within Microsoft...

AIB has embarked on a significant technological transformation by deploying Microsoft Copilot AI tools to its 10,000 employees. This strategic move aims to embed artificial intelligence into the bank's daily operations, enhancing productivity and fostering innovation across the organization. Integration of AI into Daily Operations Through a partnership with Microsoft Ireland, AIB is integrating Copilot's AI capabilities into widely used applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and...

Microsoft has recently acknowledged a synchronization issue affecting Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), a critical tool for enterprise patch management. This problem has disrupted the deployment of essential Windows updates across numerous organizations. WSUS enables IT administrators to manage and distribute updates for Windows operating systems and other Microsoft software. By centralizing update management, WSUS helps organizations maintain security and compliance while reducing...

Yes, Microsoft Outlook did experience a significant global outage starting on Wednesday night, July 9, 2025, and continuing into Thursday morning, July 10, 2025. Thousands—if not millions—of users worldwide reported being unable to access their Outlook email accounts, with issues affecting inbox loading, signing in, and cross-platform access (desktop, web, and mobile apps). Microsoft acknowledged the disruption on their official Microsoft 365 Status page and indicated they were working on...

Yes, Microsoft Outlook experienced a significant global outage that started on Wednesday night (July 9, 2025) and continued into Thursday morning (July 10, 2025). Thousands of users worldwide reported issues, including being unable to load their inboxes, sign in, or access emails across desktop, web, and mobile apps. Microsoft acknowledged the incident on their Microsoft 365 Status page and stated they were working on a fix, which initially encountered problems but was being redeployed and...

Microsoft has released the KB5062553 update for Windows 11 version 24H2, bringing a suite of enhancements aimed at improving user experience, system performance, and security. This cumulative update, part of the July 2025 Patch Tuesday, is available through Windows Update and the Microsoft Update Catalog. Enhanced Sharing Capabilities The Windows Share interface now offers a preview of the content being shared, allowing users to see what they are about to send. Additionally, when sharing...