automation

Delaying the execution of scheduled tasks on Windows is a powerful technique that enhances system efficiency, ensures network readiness, and helps administrators control resource-intensive processes. While most users are familiar with creating scheduled tasks using Task Scheduler to launch...

Altizon Inc., a leader in Digital Factory Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), has recently unveiled the APEX Alliance, a strategic reseller and channel program aimed at empowering industrial and operational technology (OT) solution providers to build profitable AI businesses on Microsoft Azure. This...

Every Windows user, from curious beginners to seasoned pros, eventually runs into routine computer chores: deleting temporary files, keeping backups, making sure apps are at-the-ready after a reboot, or running that one finicky script only at a specific time of day. While these tasks may seem...

In an era where cyber threats evolve each day and security teams struggle to stay ahead of ever-morphing attack vectors, BitLyft’s latest release of its AIR® platform signals a fundamental shift in the very nature of incident response for Windows-centric environments. BitLyft AIR, now...

Closing out your day on Windows doesn’t need to be a slow, tiresome process, especially when your screen is crowded with windows from a dozen different applications. For both power users and casual Windows enthusiasts, knowing how to efficiently close all open apps—with minimal effort and...

Artificial intelligence is experiencing another seismic shift, moving beyond the conversational chatbots and human-supervised assistants that have captivated popular imagination in recent years. Today, AI “agents” are heralding a disruptive new phase—one where autonomous systems can pursue...

Microsoft's recent strategic pivot toward artificial intelligence (AI) has led to significant organizational changes, including the layoff of approximately 15,000 employees in 2025. CEO Satya Nadella candidly described this transition as "messy," acknowledging the complexities and challenges...

Bucher Emhart Glass, a global leader in glass container manufacturing, has significantly enhanced its Microsoft 365 governance by implementing ProvisionPoint, a solution developed by SnapOn Software. This strategic move has streamlined the company's collaboration tools, reducing over 500...

Everyone who uses a PC eventually needs to capture what’s on their screen, from sharing an error message with tech support, to creating step-by-step guides, or preserving a memorable moment from a favorite video. Whether you’re on Windows 10 or 11, the operating system offers a wide variety of...

Cloud computing has become the de facto standard for modern enterprise IT infrastructure, and its resilience is vital to sustaining digital business operations. Azure, Microsoft’s global public cloud, serves some of the world’s largest organizations in sectors including finance, gaming, and...

For nearly four decades, the infamous Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) has haunted users as the universal symbol that something has catastrophically malfunctioned in Windows. This iconic screen—instantly recognizable by its somber blue tone, cryptic error code, and, more recently, the forlorn frowny...

Microsoft has introduced a significant enhancement to Windows 11 with the rollout of the "Quick Machine Recovery" (QMR) feature, aimed at streamlining system recovery processes and minimizing downtime for users. This development is part of the broader Windows Resiliency Initiative, reflecting...

When it comes to maintaining a healthy, secure, and high-performing Windows environment, keeping software up to date is a basic yet often-overlooked necessity. In fact, for most Windows users, it’s all too easy to fall behind on application updates simply because the process tends to be...

The cybersecurity landscape is changing at an unprecedented rate, with artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced identity management systems sitting at the forefront of both innovation and threat mitigation. As organizations continue to expand their cloud footprints and embrace hybrid work...

Exploring efficient and versatile ways to interact with hardware settings on a Windows computer can often mean the difference between solving a problem quickly and getting stuck in a frustrating troubleshooting loop. The Device Manager in Windows serves as a centralized dashboard that allows...

Protera Technologies has recently achieved the prestigious Microsoft Azure Expert Managed Services Provider (MSP) certification, a significant milestone that underscores the company's deep technical expertise and commitment to delivering exceptional managed services on the Azure platform...

Artificial intelligence and automation have become the most significant forces behind modernizing record management, shifting it from a labor-intensive, error-prone activity to an engine for organizational insight and value creation. The story of Lutheran Social Service (LSS) of Minnesota offers...

Microsoft is redrawing the boundaries of what’s possible with artificial intelligence on Windows, unveiling a sweeping expansion to its Copilot assistant that allows advanced real-time analysis of the entire desktop environment. This leap—spearheaded by the new “Desktop Share” feature in Copilot...

Microsoft’s recent overhaul of its partner program requirements and benefits underscores the tech giant’s accelerating focus on cloud, artificial intelligence, and security. As the digital landscape continues its rapid evolution, Microsoft’s latest updates—meticulously outlined across partner...

Microsoft's recent strategic shift underscores a profound transformation within the tech giant, marked by significant workforce reductions and an assertive push toward artificial intelligence (AI) integration. In 2025, the company announced layoffs affecting approximately 15,000 employees, a...