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In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, the validation and recognition of technical skills have become paramount for professionals seeking to distinguish themselves. Edchart, in collaboration with Credly, has introduced a Microsoft Certification Model that aims to set a new global standard...

As the digital transformation of the built environment accelerates, the flow and accessibility of Internet of Things (IoT) data from commercial buildings, campuses, and data centers has moved from cutting-edge innovation to business-critical infrastructure. Yet, many enterprises still grapple...

The escalation of generative AI technologies over the past few years has revolutionized how individuals and organizations create, automate, and interact with digital content. Yet, this surge in adoption comes at a moment of elevated concern about how personal and sensitive data is managed within...

In a world rapidly propelled by smart infrastructure and digitization, seamless and secure access to Internet of Things (IoT) data is becoming the linchpin for innovation in building management. Siemens Smart Infrastructure’s latest collaboration with Microsoft seeks to reimagine this landscape...

In the rapidly evolving landscape of game development, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) has become a contentious topic, balancing innovation with ethical considerations. A recent incident involving 11 Bit Studios' latest release, The Alters, has brought this debate to the...

The telecommunications industry is undergoing a transformative shift, marked by significant advancements in autonomous networks, strategic collaborations, and the development of standardized network APIs. These developments are poised to redefine network operations, enhance service delivery, and...

The direct source from Big News Network could not be accessed, but based on public reporting and Microsoft's official announcements, here's a summary of the key details: Microsoft is addressing USB-C confusion on Windows 11 laptops by introducing a new labeling system. Why is this happening...

For years, one of the most persistent frustrations facing Windows laptop users has been the muddled world of USB-C. Promoted as the universal, do-it-all port, USB-C promised to unify charging, data connectivity, and display output under a single, reversible connector. In reality, the experience...

Microsoft’s drive to standardize the PC experience took a significant leap forward this month, as the company introduced new rules for device builders seeking to achieve Windows 11 certification— specifically targeting the perennial source of user frustration: inconsistent and subpar USB-C...

The thicket of USB-C standards and inconsistent port features have long frustrated Windows users, developers, and even seasoned IT professionals. Deciphering which port supports which features—be it charging, high-speed data transfer, or external displays—often feels like an exercise in trial...

If you’ve ever puzzled over the inconsistent CPU usage numbers between the various tabs in Windows Task Manager, you’re far from alone. For years, Windows users and IT professionals have questioned why the Processes tab, Performance tab, and other system monitoring tools each seemed to tell a...

Microsoft's Build 2025 conference, held on May 19, 2025, marked a significant leap in the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) across its suite of developer tools and services. The event unveiled a series of innovations aimed at enhancing developer productivity and expanding AI...

Microsoft’s recent statement addressing the contentious issue of its technology’s role in the ongoing Gaza conflict has sparked a heated debate within and beyond the tech industry. Central to the controversy is the company’s assertion that, after conducting both internal and external reviews, it...

Microsoft’s recent commitment to the open Agent2Agent (A2A) protocol marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) agent interoperability. With support for Google's newly minted A2A protocol, Microsoft aligns its AI strategy with an industry-wide momentum toward open...

In the rapidly evolving domain of digital security, one constant has emerged: the need for visionary leaders capable of navigating the complexity of modern cyber risk while simultaneously fostering innovation across vast, global organizations. At the center of this high-stakes balancing act...

The digital world stands at a critical junction, with passwordless authentication poised to transform how we protect our most essential online assets. Microsoft’s latest initiatives to accelerate the adoption of passkeys, unveiled on the inaugural “World Passkey Day,” represent a decisive push...

The evolution of Windows 11 has been marked by subtle yet significant transformations, but few are as universally impactful as the recent overhaul of the Task Manager. For many years, the Task Manager has served as the Swiss Army knife for troubleshooting, diagnostics, and power-user...

NVIDIA’s upcoming RTX 5090 is already creating waves in the tech community—not just for its performance specs but for an unexpected thermal hiccup. Early thermal imaging tests have revealed that the card’s innovative 12V-2×6 power cable can reach temperatures as high as 150°C. While the GPU...

Printing has been a key role of computing since the beginning of the personal computer. While users have moved more and more towards smartphones and tablets as their primary computing device, many critical business functions, or common activities, still rely on printed output. This session will...

1 to change the light bulb and to post that the light bulb has been changed. 14 to share similar experiences of changing light bulbs and how the light bulb could have been changed differently. 7 to caution about the dangers of changing light bulbs. 27 to point out spelling/grammar errors in...