device management

  1. Microsoft Hotpatching Support for Arm64 Enhances Windows Update Management in Windows 11

    In a landmark move for the Windows ecosystem, Microsoft has announced the general availability of hotpatching support for 64-bit Arm architecture, bringing a transformative update management experience to a broader array of devices running Windows 11, version 24H2. This expansion represents a...
  2. Microsoft Introduces Hotpatching Support for Arm64 Devices on Windows 11 24H2

    The evolution of Windows update management has reached a pivotal milestone, as Microsoft introduces hotpatching support for 64-bit Arm architecture devices running Windows 11, version 24H2. This announcement not only marks a technical breakthrough for Arm-based enterprise systems but also...
  3. Microsoft Hotpatching Now Available for Windows 11 on Arm64: Revolutionizing Secure Updates

    Windows administrators and IT professionals managing modern Windows environments are now witnessing a pivotal shift in how security updates are deployed and experienced, especially with the recent landmark announcement: hotpatching is now generally available for 64-bit Arm architecture, starting...
  4. Microsoft Ends Office Features on Windows 10 by 2026: What You Need to Know

    Microsoft’s recent confirmation that it will end the rollout of new Office features for Windows 10 users by August 2026 marks a significant transitional phase in the Windows ecosystem, effectively setting a timeline for the full sunset of Windows 10 support for both consumers and enterprises. As...
  5. Mastering Windows 11 Reset from BIOS/UEFI: Step-by-Step Guide for Safe Recovery

    Resetting a Windows 11 PC from BIOS or UEFI is often portrayed as a last resort, but it remains one of the most powerful tools in an IT administrator’s arsenal for restoring desktops to a clean, stable state. For both casual users wrestling with persistent problems and professionals managing...
  6. Unlocking Expertise: How Windows Office Hours Boost Enterprise IT Support and Management

    Windows Office Hours, scheduled for July 17, 2025, has emerged as a critical touchpoint for IT professionals looking to navigate the continuously evolving landscape of Windows 11, device management, and the complex intersection of cloud and on-premises technologies. With enterprises still...
  7. Windows 11 ARM64 Hotpatching: Revolutionizing Reboot-Free Updates in Enterprises

    Windows 11 has steadily advanced its enterprise capabilities with each successive update, and with the 24H2 release, Microsoft has brought one of its most sought-after features—hotpatching—to ARM64 devices. This move significantly expands the reach of reboot-free updates, once limited to x64...
  8. How to Repurpose Windows 10 Devices with ChromeOS Flex and Amazon WorkSpaces Before Support Ends

    As organizations face the impending end of support for Windows 10, scheduled for October 2025, an urgent question arises: what should be done with millions of perfectly functioning devices that fail to meet the stringent compatibility requirements of Windows 11? Instead of resigning these...
  9. July 2025 Windows Security Patch Cycle: 130 Fixes & Windows 11 Surpasses Windows 10

    Microsoft’s monthly Patch Tuesday has long served as the industry’s pulse check on the security resilience of the Windows ecosystem. In July 2025, this tradition continues with a surprisingly robust update cycle, as Microsoft rolled out fixes for 130 distinct vulnerabilities spanning Windows...
  10. Windows Hotpatching Advances: Faster, Safer Updates on Windows 11 & ARM Devices

    Here’s a summary of the latest advancements and the key points about Windows Hotpatching for Windows 11, including the recent expansion to Windows on ARM devices: What is Windows Hotpatching? Windows Hotpatching allows the operating system to install critical security updates without needing to...
  11. Banco do Brasil Transforms Digital Operations with Windows 11 Enterprise

    Banco do Brasil, one of Latin America's largest financial institutions, has recently undertaken a significant digital transformation by migrating its extensive network to Windows 11 Enterprise. This strategic move aims to unify the digital experience across its vast operations, enhance...
  12. Essential Windows Run Commands: Unlock Hidden Utilities & Boost Productivity

    For many seasoned Windows users, the “Run” dialog is more than just a legacy holdover from earlier operating systems. It’s a powerful shortcut hub, capable of instantly serving up hidden features and classic management tools—even as Microsoft pushes more functions into the sleek, touch-friendly...
  13. Intel Unison Discontinued: Best Alternatives for Seamless Multi-Device Connectivity on Windows 11

    Intel Unison’s journey as a multi-device sync solution for Windows 11 users is now officially over, leaving former fans in search of a worthy alternative in the crowded space of cross-platform device integrations. For a brief period, Intel Unison offered a fresh, reliable, and—by many...
  14. Microsoft Teams Android Devices Lockout After CA Policy Change: Security vs. Usability

    In the aftermath of Microsoft’s sweeping Secure Future Initiative, administrators across enterprises have been confronted with a new and urgent challenge: Teams-certified Android devices—spanning Teams Rooms, Phones, Panels, and Displays—have suddenly lost remote access capabilities, leaving...
  15. Microsoft Enhances Windows Autopatch with Default Hotpatching for Windows 11

    Microsoft has recently announced a significant enhancement to its Windows Autopatch service by enabling hotpatching for Windows 11 clients by default. This development aims to streamline the update process for enterprise customers, reducing the frequency of system restarts required after...
  16. MSU Denver Rolls Out Major OS Upgrades for Enhanced Security and Compatibility

    Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) is taking decisive steps to modernize and safeguard its campus technology landscape by launching a university-wide rollout of major operating system upgrades. This year’s upgrade—affecting both Windows and macOS devices—arrives with a firm...
  17. End of Windows 10 Support 2025: How Educational Institutions Can Safely Transition

    The looming end-of-support deadline for Windows 10 is exerting unprecedented pressure on educational institutions around the globe. In a sector where technological infrastructure deeply influences both the teaching environment and student experience, schools and universities are now forced to...
  18. Microsoft's Hotpatching Revolution: Redefining Windows Update for Enterprise Efficiency

    For decades, Windows administrators and users have experienced a monthly ritual that many view with a mixture of dread and resignation: Patch Tuesday. The process of applying security and quality updates often meant not just the installation of critical code, but a mandatory system reboot...
  19. Microsoft Intune Security Baseline Flaw Sparks Organizational Control Concerns

    Microsoft Intune administrators are facing a wave of unease after Microsoft officially acknowledged a significant flaw affecting security baseline customizations, casting a spotlight on the evolving landscape of modern device management. In a recent update, Microsoft revealed that custom tweaks...
  20. Windows 11 25H2 Preview: Streamlined Updates, Enhanced Security & Future-Ready Features

    As Microsoft launches the preview build of Windows 11 25H2 to its Insider Program, it signals not just another biannual update but the maturation of the company’s update strategy—one that is quietly redefining how users and organizations experience, maintain, and secure their computing...