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  1. Introducing Azure Cobalt 100 VMs: Performance and Efficiency Redefined

    In a significant development for cloud computing, Microsoft has announced the general availability of its latest Azure Cobalt 100-based Virtual Machines (VMs), which are built on Azure's first fully custom Arm-based CPU, the Cobalt 100. This new generation of virtual machines marks a milestone...
  2. Microsoft's Hotpatching Feature for Windows 11 24H2 Update: What You Need to Know

    In a surprising turn of events, Microsoft recently outlined details regarding the hotpatching feature for Windows 11's forthcoming 24H2 update, only to subsequently remove the document from its official site. This feature has been in the works for some time and is aimed at revolutionizing the...
  3. CVE-2024-43470: Azure Network Watcher VM Agent Privilege Vulnerability Explained

    Title: CVE-2024-43470 Azure Network Watcher VM Agent Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability Date Published: September 10, 2024 Introduction As the cloud computing landscape continues to expand exponentially, vulnerabilities within cloud platforms pose increasingly serious risks. One such...
  4. CVE-2024-35261: Key Azure Vulnerability and Mitigation Strategies

    In a recent announcement from the Microsoft Security Response Center, the details surrounding CVE-2024-35261 have become crucial for Azure users. This vulnerability is categorized as an elevation of privilege issue within the Azure Network Watcher VM Extension, which could potentially lead to...
  5. CVE-2024-38162: Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability in Azure Connected Machine Agent

    On August 13, 2024, Microsoft provided details regarding a new security vulnerability, designated as CVE-2024-38162, affecting the Azure Connected Machine Agent. This issue raises concerns regarding potential elevation of privilege within Azure services, thereby highlighting the necessity for...
  6. CVE-2024-38098: Azure Connected Machine Agent Vulnerability Explained

    The Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) recently published details regarding a significant vulnerability affecting the Azure Connected Machine Agent, designated as CVE-2024-38098. This vulnerability poses a risk of elevation of privilege, making it crucial for system administrators and...
  7. CVE-2024-38175: Critical Vulnerability in Azure Managed Instance for Apache Cassandra

    Overview of the Vulnerability On August 20, 2024, Microsoft released information about a critical elevation of privilege vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-38175. This security issue specifically affects Azure Managed Instance for Apache Cassandra, an essential service that offers managed...
  8. Microsoft Weekly: Q4 2024 Financial Triumphs and Exciting Updates

    In the latest edition of Microsoft Weekly, we delve into a variety of major updates and outstanding financial figures from the tech giant. The fourth-quarter results for FY 2024 have been released, showing an impressive $64.7 billion in revenue, with net income reaching $22 billion. This news...
  9. Global Network Issues Disrupt Microsoft Services: Azure, 365, Xbox Affected

    Network Infrastructure Issues Impacting Microsoft Services Globally We are currently monitoring widespread reports of issues connecting to various Microsoft services. Customers around the globe have been experiencing timeouts and intermittent connectivity issues with Azure services, among...
  10. Understanding Azure Status: Key Insights for Windows Users

    The status of Azure services is crucial for enterprises and users who rely on Microsoft's cloud computing platform. Azure provides a range of cloud services that include computing power, analytics, storage, and networking. With the growing importance of cloud services, understanding the Azure...
  11. Important Changes: Azure Update Delivery Service Tag to Be Deprecated in 2024

    Azure Update Delivery service tag is a component that assists in facilitating the delivery of Windows updates to Azure Firewall. As of July 1, 2024, the Azure Update Delivery service tag will be deprecated. This change necessitates a shift away from using this service tag towards utilizing Azure...
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    Which cloud service provider do you prefer for hosting Windows applications, and why?

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  13. Windows 7 Azure Data Factory Interview Questions

    Hi everyone, I am preparing for an Azure Data Factory interview and I was wondering if you could help me with some of the questions that I am struggling with. I have found a good list of questions on the Link Removed. Can someone please help me with the following questions: What is Azure Data...
  14. User profile transfer to AAD account

    How does one connect the users AD (or local) user profile to the user after joining the PC to Azure. The user (even when using exactly the same user name) does get a completely blank profile. - Some people actually panic when we try this. "Everything is gone :-(" as one manager said today...
  15. Windows 11 User Migration to Azure user

    We just tested migrating a small batch of test users to our new Azure tenant. While migrating the PC/user account was no problem, the fact that people get a completely blank user profile, certainly was a showstopper!! Many of our users has had their AD profile for years, even a decade and has...
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    MSIPCCache Folder?

    I noticed this folder created in my C: root. There are no files in it. It's an empty folder that was created last week. Have no idea where it came from. Something related to Azure and IPC? I'm just guessing. Folder name is MSIPCCache. Any info would be great. I find nothing on it when doing a...
  17. VIDEO Using Azure and Windows 11, IRZ consulting company helps farmers save water and power

    Water is one of the most precious resources on Earth. And as someone whose family has been farming for generations, Fred Ziari has made it his life’s work to help growers be more efficient with this vital element for their crops, as well as the energy it takes to distribute it. Ziari is the CEO...
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    Windows 10 Windows User profile migration - browser credentials- and favorites?

    Moving a users documents etc. from an old PC to a new one is quite simple but my tecs all tend to do this differently and the results are mediocre.. https://snaptube.cam/ https://9apps.cam/ How do you get about easily migrating everything including browser favorites and credentials from...
  19. Everything new from Microsoft Edge at Build 2020

    Microsoft Build 2020 can be defined by a set of ‘firsts’—it’s the first Build of the new decade, the first Build that’s all-digital for 24 hours a day, and the first Build since the new Microsoft Edge launched! We’re learning a lot as we deliver Build and Microsoft Edge in new ways. Last year...
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    virtualisation, Not sure if in right place

    I just got a different laptop, this laptop has Intel Core i3 CPU. I am almost done with a Desktop Computer with used parts and I have to wait until the third of June,that is when I get paid, it will have a motherboard with an Intel Core 2 Quad. I actually have 2 questions, first is, Azure will...