data security

Welcome to the latest edition of "What's new in Copilot Studio" — your one-stop hub for all the thrilling updates from Microsoft's Copilot Studio, straight from the future of January 2025. Fasten your seatbelts, because the blend of AI innovation and user-friendly features is about to take us on...

In today’s cloud-first world, managing identities has become as critical as managing firewalls and antivirus software. Microsoft’s Entra ID stands as a robust gateway to over 610 million users across 800,000 organizations, yet even robust systems demand extra vigilance. If you’re a Windows user...

Microsoft is pulling the plug on its free VPN service in Microsoft 365, a move that's set to take place on February 28, 2025. If you're a subscriber accustomed to the peace of mind this feature offered, this might feel like Microsoft put a dent in your online shield. But before we throw our...

Greetings, Windows enthusiasts! A new vulnerability, CVE-2025-21415, has recently surfaced, and it’s causing quite a stir, particularly among organizations using the Azure AI Face Service. This vulnerability has been officially documented as an elevation of privilege flaw, and while the concept...

In a world intertwined with artificial intelligence (AI) advancements, OpenAI has just taken a bold leap forward. Introducing ChatGPT Gov, a specialized version of their acclaimed conversational AI, tailor-made for U.S. government agencies. This move positions OpenAI not only as a leader in AI...

Generative AI is rapidly transforming industries with stunning potential—whether it’s ideating new products or creating personalized customer experiences. But here's the catch: all this intelligent chatter must navigate a labyrinth of security risks, compliance nightmares, and data governance...

The rising tide of Generative AI (GenAI) in business settings is unveiling numerous opportunities, but for IT administrators, it also leaves the door ajar for risks like data mishandling, compliance concerns, and shadow IT. One of the prominent GenAI projects making waves is Microsoft Copilot...

When it comes to securing IT infrastructure, particularly for industries like trucking and logistics, defending Windows Server operating systems isn’t just an option—it’s absolutely mandatory. Cybercriminals are constantly evolving their strategies, and as a result, system administrators must...

AI, for all its brilliance, has an uncanny ability to walk a fine line between helpful and catastrophic—and sometimes obliterate that line altogether. This seems to have been the story last week when Sage Copilot, the UK-based Sage Group plc’s AI-powered assistant for accounting software, was...

Windows 11 has been pretty vocal about its enhanced security measures since its launch. Among these features, BitLocker stands out as a stalwart guardian, encrypting your system files and sensitive data to ensure it stays as private as a diary with a state-of-the-art lock. But not all heroes...

WindowsForum members, here's what you need to know about CVE-2025-21214, a newly disclosed vulnerability impacting Microsoft's BitLocker, a full-disk encryption feature we've all come to trust and rely on for data security. Label your calendars—the vulnerability surfaced publicly on January 14...

Introduction As the gears of technology continue to turn at breakneck speed, one player doesn't seem to skip a beat—Microsoft. This time, the spotlight shines on the new Microsoft 365 Copilot for the Government Community Cloud (GCC), a groundbreaking AI-powered toolset designed to streamline...

Brace yourselves, IT administrators and business users: Microsoft is spring-cleaning, and it's starting with unlicensed OneDrive for Business accounts. Starting January 27, any OneDrive account that has been unlicensed for over 90 days will face the digital equivalent of "out of sight, out of...

When it comes to office productivity, Microsoft 365 and Google Docs have held the crown for years. From college students typing out term papers to multinational corporations running entire workflows, it's hard not to bump into these platforms. But here's the kicker: not everyone wants to be tied...

In today’s digital age, protecting your data isn’t just a good idea—it’s an absolute necessity. The threats from ransomware and other malicious attacks are not slowing down anytime soon. Thankfully, Microsoft offers a built-in, under-appreciated security feature in Windows 11 (as well as Windows...

In today’s digital era, where sneaky cyber breaches lurk behind unexpected emails and compromised cloud services, keeping your sensitive information secure is more critical than ever. Enter the Microsoft Purview Information Protection File Labeler—a tool designed to empower users with the...

When it comes to safeguarding sensitive data, few tools are as revered as BitLocker—Microsoft's full-disk encryption solution. But fame doesn’t make it infallible. Windows 11 users are grappling with a resurrected monster—the BitLocker vulnerability CVE-2022-41099—a revelation that just shook...

In today's age of remote work and ever-expanding digital frameworks, data security remains one of the most critical pillars of IT infrastructure. Enter the robust combination of Microsoft SQL Server, Dell™ PowerEdge™ servers, and Windows Server 2022: a trifecta aiming to redefine enterprise-wide...

Windows Recall is arguably the most futuristic feature we've seen in Windows 11's 2024 Update (24H2). Just the name itself promises something transformative, but what exactly does it deliver? Picture this: a memory on steroids—capable of taking "snapshots" of your computer activities every few...

Cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) are no longer just buzzwords—they're transforming industries left and right. Enter Synthesis and Microsoft Azure, two powerhouses joining forces to dive deeper into the realms of data orchestration and AI-based automation. If you're a Windows...