Australian IT partners are feeling the deep reverberations of the Windows 11 refresh—a transformation that is redefining not only the capabilities of Microsoft’s flagship operating system, but also the landscape for reseller relationships, managed service providers (MSPs), distributors, VARs...
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Windows 10, heralded at its 2015 launch as “the last version of Windows,” stands today at a pivotal milestone: a decade since release and now, the twilight of its mainstream support. Much has changed in the tech landscape since those exuberant rollout days—a time when much of the industry and...
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Finding, launching, and managing Office applications has become an integral part of the modern Windows experience, especially as Microsoft continues to evolve its ecosystem. The seamless integration of Microsoft Office apps with Windows is crucial for productivity, whether users are working from...
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Managing digital files has become a daily routine for most Windows users, and the proliferation of cloud storage services has dramatically changed the way we handle documents, photos, and personal data. While services like Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive offer immense flexibility, the...
The anticipation surrounding Windows 12 has waxed and waned over the past year, especially as Microsoft clarified its plans to deliver Windows 11 version 24H2 in 2024 rather than a canonical “Windows 12.” Yet, the question persists: what does the future hold for Microsoft’s next-generation...
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Microsoft has officially launched the Windows 11 24H2 update, which the company claims to be the most reliable version of its operating system to date. This release introduces a suite of new features and improvements aimed at enhancing user experience, system stability, and security for both...
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Nine months have passed since Microsoft released Windows Server 2025, marking a significant milestone for one of the most widely used server operating systems in the world. Since its launch on November 4, 2024, Windows Server 2025 has undergone focused scrutiny from industry professionals...
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The digital transformation sweeping across industries today is fundamentally reshaping how we conceive and manage the spaces in which we live, work, and learn. Buildings of the future, promised for decades, are at last beginning to transition beyond passive structures into dynamic, adaptive...
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Microsoft is poised to revolutionize its flagship integrated development environment (IDE), Visual Studio, by embedding artificial intelligence (AI) at its core. An internal memo from Jay Parikh, Executive Vice President of CoreAI at Microsoft, outlines plans for "Visual Studio 18," a...
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Microsoft’s latest move has sent ripples through the Windows ecosystem—especially as the company formally revises its stance on the much-anticipated Windows 10 end-of-life. For millions still relying on the older operating system, new developments promise both relief and complexity, as the...
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Windows 11 users and IT administrators are poised to experience a new era of system reliability and user-friendliness, as Microsoft rolls out a major update featuring a faster recovery process and a redesigned restart screen. This dual-pronged upgrade, delivered as cumulative update KB5062660...
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In an era where the convergence of operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) drives unprecedented opportunities, Siemens’ Smart Infrastructure division has announced a strategic collaboration with Microsoft, targeting the heart of modern building management: IoT...
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As enterprises across the globe accelerate their shift toward hybrid and multi-cloud ecosystems, the necessity for seamless, secure, and efficient connectivity between disparate environments has never been more acute. Cato Networks, a recognized leader in Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)...
Tehama Technologies has unveiled Tehama Manager 3.0, now accessible on Microsoft Azure Marketplace. This release signifies a pivotal advancement in secure virtual desktop solutions, particularly for enterprises and Microsoft resellers aiming to optimize their Microsoft investments.
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Here’s a comprehensive summary and analysis of the news about Cato Networks’ recent integration:
Summary: Cato Networks Enhances SASE Platform with Microsoft Azure vWAN Integration
What Happened?
Cato Networks, a Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) leader, announced it has integrated its SASE...
AI-driven coding in Microsoft Power Apps marks a generational transformation for enterprise low-code development, catalyzed by the introduction of generative pages and agent-first experiences that redefine how modern apps are conceived, designed, and delivered. Emerging from Microsoft Build...
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In a move that will have a direct impact on businesses, educational institutions, and everyday Windows users alike, Microsoft has announced it will discontinue updates for Microsoft 365 apps installed via the Microsoft Store, pivoting exclusively to the Click-to-Run installation method in the...
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The Files app, a prominent third-party file manager for Windows, has recently introduced a significant enhancement: the Omnibar feature. This innovative addition merges the breadcrumb navigation and search functionalities into a unified interface, streamlining file management tasks.
Omnibar: A...
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For IT administrators and business leaders still running on-premises Exchange Server or Skype for Business servers, the coming months signal a period of both opportunity and urgency. Microsoft has announced a crucial extension in support for select versions of these workplace cornerstones...
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