cloud storage

Microsoft's ongoing struggle with OneDrive is back in the spotlight as a vexing bug is causing files to appear as internet shortcuts on both Windows 11 and macOS. This issue, first reported last year, prevents users from accessing their local files directly in File Explorer, redirecting them...

Cloud Storage in the Modern Windows Ecosystem: Balancing Convenience, Security, and Value In today’s increasingly digital world, protecting your data is paramount. For Windows users who juggle work documents, family photos, and essential projects, relying solely on local storage is risky...

Lock It Down: Microsoft 365 and OneDrive Backup Keep Your Files Safe In today’s digital era, data loss can strike when you least expect it—a hard drive failure, accidental deletion, or even a nasty bout of ransomware could derail your digital life. Thankfully, Microsoft 365 apps come armed with...

Microsoft Nudges Office Users to Embrace OneDrive In a bold move that underscores Microsoft’s continued push toward a cloud-first ecosystem, early reports indicate that Office users may soon be nudged to rely solely on OneDrive for saving their documents. The latest test builds show a free...

Dad Loves M365: 15-Month Office, 1 TB, Copilot & Antivirus In today's fast-paced tech world, finding the perfect gift can be as challenging as keeping up with the latest Windows updates. But what if the ideal present could boost productivity, enhance security, and even bring a dash of AI...

Microsoft 365 Apps Now Advise OneDrive File Backups In an era when data loss can cause more distress than a missed deadline, Microsoft is doubling down on cloud integration. The latest update to Microsoft 365 Apps now advises users to back up their files to OneDrive, ensuring your documents...

Safeguarding Your Windows Files with Microsoft 365 and OneDrive Backup When it comes to protecting your digital life, Microsoft 365 and OneDrive form a dynamic duo that every Windows user should consider. In an era where data loss—whether from hardware mishaps, pesky malware, or accidental...

Cloud, AI, and AIOps: Transforming the Windows Ecosystem As we look ahead to 2025, the evolving landscape of cloud storage, artificial intelligence, and incident management is reshaping the way we work and interact with technology. For Windows users—and for businesses leveraging Microsoft’s...

AI Security and Elastic SAN: Cloud Innovations Unleashed In today's fast-evolving digital landscape, cloud technology continues to redefine how enterprises manage security and storage. Two recent developments have caught the attention of Windows IT professionals: a global cybersecurity advance...

Microsoft has long believed that nudging users toward built-in services can simplify the everyday computing experience. In its latest update to Windows 11, the operating system now deploys a persistent backup banner in the Settings app—a feature designed with novice users in mind, but one that’s...

Buckle up, Microsoft 365 enthusiasts! The Microsoft 365 Community Conference is set to unfold from May 6 to May 8, 2025, at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. If you've been waiting for a masterclass in the tools powering modern productivity and collaboration, this is your golden opportunity. With over...

Microsoft is pushing the envelope on high-performance computing (HPC) and electronic design automation (EDA) by leveraging Azure NetApp Files to meet the demanding needs of modern workloads. In a recent showcase reported by HPCwire, Microsoft detailed how its Azure cloud solution is designed to...

In today’s digital landscape, cloud storage is more than just a convenience—it’s an essential component of modern computing. Whether you’re a professional reliant on Windows for work or a casual user safeguarding precious memories, selecting the right cloud storage service can make all the...

In today’s competitive tech landscape, high-performance computing (HPC) isn’t just for scientific research—it’s the lifeblood that fuels innovation from chip design to enterprise-scale applications. Microsoft’s latest deep dive into using Azure NetApp Files reveals how the company is...

Microsoft is testing the waters with a new approach to one of its most iconic productivity suites. In a move set to change the way millions access Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Office apps on Windows, the tech behemoth is evaluating an ad-supported, subscription-free version of its Office...

Microsoft is testing a bold new strategy for its flagship productivity suite—a free, ad-supported version of Microsoft 365 desktop apps. If you’ve ever wished you could access Word, Excel, and PowerPoint without paying the subscription fee, this experiment might catch your attention. But there’s...

In a bold twist that could reshape how we think about productivity software, Microsoft recently conducted a limited-time test, offering its Office apps for free on Windows. This move—providing ad-supported access to core productivity tools—has sparked considerable discussion among users and...

In a move that broadens access to Microsoft’s ubiquitous productivity tools, Microsoft has launched a free, ad-supported version of Office for both Windows and Mac users. This new offering makes popular applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint available without the need for a paid...

In a move that might redefine how we think about productivity software, Microsoft has quietly initiated a test of an ad-supported version of its flagship Microsoft 365 apps on Windows 11. For a limited period, users have been able to use ad-laden versions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint free of...

Microsoft’s office suite just took a bold—and controversial—turn. With its new ad-supported version of Office exclusively for Windows 11, the tech giant is experimenting with a free productivity tool that comes with a significant catch: all documents can only be saved to OneDrive. This new...