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  1. Azure Update Manager: Centralized Patch Orchestration for Cloud, On-Prem, and Hybrid

    Microsoft's latest move to centralize and simplify enterprise patching — pushing Azure Update Manager as the recommended path for orchestrating Windows updates across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid fleets — promises to change how IT teams plan, schedule, and recover from update events while also...
  2. Windows Office Hours Aug 21, 2025: Accelerating Windows 11, Zero Trust, and Cloud Workloads

    Microsoft’s Windows Office Hours returns on August 21, 2025, as a one‑hour, chat‑based Q&A focused on accelerating Windows 11 adoption, operationalizing Zero Trust, keeping fleets up to date, and moving workloads toward cloud-native models while respecting on‑premises and hybrid constraints...
  3. Universal Print Anywhere: Secure Cloud Pull Printing Across Windows and macOS

    Microsoft has moved Universal Print beyond preview with the general availability of Universal Print anywhere — a cloud-native pull print capability that lets employees send print jobs to a universal queue and only release them at a physical device after authenticating there, reducing unattended...
  4. Microsoft Exchange Hybrid Security Flaw CVE-2025-53786: How to Protect Your Organization

    A newly revealed security flaw in Microsoft Exchange hybrid configurations has sent ripples of concern through the IT community, as organizations with combined on-premises and cloud email environments are now exposed to invisible privilege escalation attacks. The critical vulnerability...
  5. Top Email Security Solutions in 2025: Beyond Microsoft EOP for Businesses

    Cybersecurity in the corporate realm now sits at the top of IT agendas for organizations of all sizes, as email remains the most common vector for threats like phishing, ransomware, and sophisticated malware attachments. Microsoft Exchange Online Protection (EOP) has long held dominance due to...
  6. HPE NonStop NS5 X5 & NS9 X5: Unparalleled Reliability for Mission-Critical Operations

    Hewlett Packard Enterprise has set a new benchmark for high-availability data processing with the introduction of its latest NonStop Compute platforms, the NS5 X5 and NS9 X5. Built with the needs of mission-critical operations in mind, these new servers signal a significant leap for industries...
  7. Datacentrix Dominates Data Protection with Veeam Awards & Cloud SaaS Solutions

    Amid a swiftly evolving IT landscape where data protection and operational resilience have become paramount concerns, Datacentrix has once again distinguished itself as an innovator and leader. At the recent Veeam ProPartner Awards, Datacentrix secured two of the event’s most coveted accolades...
  8. UiPath and Microsoft Copilot Alliance: The Future of Intelligent Enterprise Automation

    The march toward intelligent, interconnected enterprise automation took a significant leap with UiPath’s recent announcement of bi-directional integrations with Microsoft Copilot—an alliance that stands to reshape the way businesses orchestrate AI-driven workflows and contextual decision-making...
  9. Microsoft's Modern Patch Management Strategy: Securing Digital Ecosystems in a Hyperconnected World

    For enterprise IT organizations globally, the responsibility of securing vast digital estates in the face of escalating cyber threats has never been more daunting. Nowhere is this pressure felt more acutely than at Microsoft, a company whose own transformation reads like a case study for every...
  10. Kyndryl and Microsoft Expand Hybrid Cloud with Distributed Cloud and AI Solutions

    Kyndryl’s rapid advances in the cloud services sector have become impossible to ignore, particularly as the company forges deeper collaborations with technology titans like Microsoft. This evolution is best embodied by the latest expansion of Kyndryl Distributed Cloud services—an initiative...
  11. Kyndryl and Microsoft Partnership Boosts Enterprise Cloud Modernization with Distributed Cloud Solutions

    In a rapidly evolving digital landscape characterized by the unrelenting pace of change, enterprise IT infrastructure leaders are seeking innovative solutions to remain competitive and agile. Kyndryl’s most recent expansion of its Distributed Cloud services, through a deepened alliance with...
  12. Strategic Microsoft Transformation with Talee: Human-Centric Digital Innovation

    In an era where digital transformation is no longer an option but a survival imperative, countless organisations are searching for smarter ways to turn technology into a true driver of business value. The complex realities of hybrid work arrangements, fractured IT ecosystems, and surging market...
  13. Omnissa's Strategic Shift: Unified Multi-Device and Hypervisor Management for Modern Hybrid IT

    For years, Omnissa – formerly the end-user computing arm of VMware, now spun off under new leadership and direction – has been known for its robust endpoint management tools. IT departments across the globe have relied on its solutions to provision, secure, and monitor fleets of desktops...
  14. Unlocking Business Potential with Microsoft Azure Arc: Security, Efficiency, and ROI

    Microsoft Azure Arc has emerged as a transformative solution for organizations navigating the complexities of hybrid and multicloud environments. A recent study by Forrester Consulting, commissioned by Microsoft, sheds light on the substantial economic benefits and operational efficiencies...
  15. How to Install and Use Active Directory Tools on Windows 11 for Seamless Directory Management

    Anyone looking to manage users, computers, and policies within their home lab or work network quickly discovers that Active Directory (AD) remains a foundational element of Windows deployments. While seasoned system administrators have long relied on AD tools in Windows Server, the demand for...
  16. Microsoft Extends WSUS Support: A Crucial Update for IT Administrators

    Microsoft’s recent decision to extend support for driver update synchronization in Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) is sending ripples through the IT community. Initially scheduled for deprecation in April 2025, WSUS remains a critical tool for many organizations, particularly those...
  17. Office 2024 LTSC vs. Microsoft 365 Business: Choosing the Right Suite for You

    When it comes to choosing the right productivity suite for your Windows environment, the decision between Office 2024 LTSC and Microsoft 365 Business can seem like picking sides in a tale of stability versus dynamic innovation. Both suites are built on the solid foundation of familiar apps like...
  18. BUI Achieves Microsoft Solutions Partner for Private Cloud: A New Benchmark in Hybrid IT

    BUI is riding high on a fresh wave of cloud credibility, having just announced its attainment of the new Microsoft Solutions Partner for Private Cloud designation—a shiny new badge that not only looks good on LinkedIn but signals real technical muscle in the labyrinthine world of hybrid IT. And...
  19. CloudKeeper Boosts U.S. Growth with Kenneth Ziegler's Strategic Appointment

    CloudKeeper's Strategic Move to Power Its U.S. Expansion In a clear indicator of its commitment to growth and innovation, CloudKeeper, a leader in comprehensive cloud optimization platforms, has appointed Kenneth Ziegler as a Senior Advisor and Board Member. With a stellar career spanning over...
  20. SUSE Security Integrates with Microsoft Sentinel: A New Era in Cyber Defense

    SUSE Security’s latest integration with Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Security Copilot represents another strategic shift in the cybersecurity landscape—a move that promises to deliver automated threat response powered by artificial intelligence and seamless cloud connectivity. For Windows...