A significant shift has arrived for educational institutions relying on Microsoft technology: Windows 11 SE, the streamlined operating system aimed at the classroom, has reached the end of its development road. Microsoft is officially phasing out support for Windows 11 SE, advising schools and...
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A silent icon is fading from the education technology landscape. Microsoft’s Windows 11 SE—once billed as Redmond’s best shot at halting the Chromebook juggernaut in schools—is facing official retirement. By October 2026, support for Windows 11 SE will end. Software updates, technical...
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Today’s educators face immense pressure to adapt: a rapidly changing world demands not only technical literacy but also the skills to navigate AI-powered tools, manage evolving security threats, and engage increasingly diverse students. On this front, Microsoft’s recently introduced Surface...
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