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IT infrastructure discussions on WindowsForum.com cover server lifecycle planning, thin client deployments, cloud connectivity, and security. Topics include Windows Server 2022 mainstream support ending in 2026, Active Directory migration to Windows Server 2025, and hybrid Exchange vulnerabilities. Real-world case studies explore Raspberry Pi thin clients for centralized Windows education, Azure latency from undersea cable cuts, and Microsoft 365 backup strategies. These threads reflect the operational decisions IT teams face when balancing cost, performance, and risk across on-premises and cloud environments.
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    Windows Server 2022 Mainstream Support Ends October 13, 2026

    Windows Server 2022 will leave mainstream support on October 13, 2026, giving administrators less than three months to decide whether five more years of security-only servicing is sufficient or whether key workloads should move to Windows Server 2025. Microsoft’s Lifecycle documentation lists...
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    Explore Learning’s Raspberry Pi Thin Clients for Centralized Windows Education

    Explore Learning, a UK tutoring provider with about 95 centres, has used Raspberry Pi-based thin clients since around 2014 to connect thousands of student workstations to centrally managed Windows virtual machines running its browser-based Compass learning software. The story is not that a hobby...
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    Honam Semiconductor Cluster: Korea’s Chip Policy vs Partisan Politics

    South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on June 28 defended a proposed Honam semiconductor cluster as a national industrial project, rejecting opposition claims that Samsung Electronics and SK hynix investment plans for the southwestern region were politically motivated or technically unrealistic...
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    Migrating Active Directory to Windows Server 2025: Planning, Risks, and Best Practices

    Upgrading Active Directory domain controllers to Windows Server 2025 is achievable for most organizations, but it demands a disciplined migration plan, careful testing, and attention to a few high‑risk failure modes that can break replication or block forestwide features if overlooked...
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    Azure Latency Spike as Red Sea Cable Cuts Disrupt Global Cloud Traffic

    Microsoft has warned that users of its Azure cloud may see higher-than-normal latency and intermittent disruptions after multiple undersea fiber-optic cables in the Red Sea were cut, forcing traffic onto longer alternate routes while repair work and global rerouting continue. Background The Red...
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    Critical Hybrid Exchange Vulnerability (CVE-2025-53786): Protect Your Organization Today

    A high-severity security vulnerability has emerged at the heart of countless enterprise communications: Microsoft has issued a warning about a flaw in hybrid Exchange Server deployments that could give cyber attackers undetected escalated access to Exchange Online—potentially undermining the...
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    CEWA Transforms Data Resilience with Veeam Cloud Backup for Microsoft 365

    Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA), a key figure in the region’s learning landscape, has recently redefined its approach to data protection and resilience by overhauling its Microsoft 365 backup infrastructure. This move, which leverages Veeam Data Cloud for Microsoft 365, isn't just a...
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    Tata Tele Business Services Partners with Property Dot Com to Boost Real Estate with Microsoft 365

    Tata Tele Business Services (TTBS) has recently partnered with Property Dot Com to implement Microsoft 365, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and collaboration within the real estate sector. This strategic move underscores the growing trend of digital transformation in the industry, where...
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    Apple’s New MDM Migration: Seamless Transition to Microsoft Intune in iOS, iPadOS & macOS 26

    Apple’s announcement of a streamlined Mobile Device Management (MDM) migration process in iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 26 has sent ripples through the IT and enterprise management world—especially among organizations orchestrating mixed device fleets. With Microsoft Intune emerging as an immediate...
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    End of Windows 10 Support 2025: Your Guide to Upgrade, Transition, and Security

    As the end of support for Windows 10 approaches on October 14, 2025, users are faced with critical decisions regarding their computing future. Continuing to use Windows 10 beyond this date means no longer receiving security updates, bug fixes, or technical support from Microsoft, which could...
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    Revolutionizing Education: Google AI, Intel AI PCs, and Windows 11 Updates

    In the rapidly evolving landscape of educational technology, recent developments from industry leaders like Google, Intel, and Microsoft are poised to significantly impact teaching and learning methodologies. This article delves into Google's latest AI-driven features designed to enhance...
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    Microsoft Windows 11 Refresh: Modular, AI-Driven Upgrade for APAC and Global Enterprises

    Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 refresh is garnering significant attention across the Asia-Pacific region, and for good reason: it represents not just an update, but a measured reinvention of the core desktop experience, driven by the lessons of past releases and a radically new emphasis on...
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    Complete Guide to Windows 11 Cloud-Native Migration with Intune for IT Leaders

    Migrating from Windows 10 to Windows 11 represents far more than a simple operating system upgrade for many organizations. With the increasing momentum of hybrid and remote work, security threats, and agility demands, IT leaders are now re-evaluating their endpoint management strategy...
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    Mastering Windows 11 Migration with Windows Autopatch: A Modern IT Guide for Enterprises

    Windows 10’s looming end of support has triggered urgent conversations in IT departments worldwide. As October 14, 2025 rapidly approaches, enterprises are facing a critical question: should they invest in Extended Security Updates (ESUs) for lingering Windows 10 devices, or move decisively to...
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    Microsoft Stops Public Folder Migrations from Legacy Exchange Servers in 2025

    Microsoft has announced a significant policy change affecting organizations using legacy versions of Exchange Server. Starting October 1, 2025, the company will block native public folder migrations from Exchange Server 2010 and earlier to Exchange Online. This move is part of Microsoft's...
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    Windows 10 End of Life 2025: How to Prepare for the Operating System’s Retirement

    The end of Windows 10 is now squarely on the horizon, marked by Microsoft's official deadline in October 2025, when the ubiquitous operating system will reach End of Life (EOL). For the hundreds of millions still relying on Windows 10, this milestone sets off a wave of concern, preparation, and...
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    Final Deadline for Exchange 2010 Public Folder Migrations – Act Now!

    For legacy Exchange administrators—the end is no longer nigh, it is officially on the calendar. From October 1, 2025, Microsoft will block all public folder migrations from Exchange Server 2010 and earlier to Exchange Online, halting a migration path that has long served as a lifeline for...
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    Windows 10 End of Support 2025: Transition Strategies and Market Impact

    On July 29, 2015, Microsoft unveiled Windows 10, marking a significant shift in its operating system strategy. Departing from the traditional model of releasing major OS versions every few years, Windows 10 introduced the concept of "Windows as a service," delivering continuous updates and...
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    How Windows Autopatch Simplifies Enterprise Migration to Windows 11 in 2025

    As the countdown to the end of Windows 10 support accelerates, enterprise IT leaders find themselves at a crossroads: how to transition quickly and securely to Windows 11 while modernizing management practices for the demands of cloud-first organizations. Microsoft, recognizing both the...
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    Windows Server 2025: Key Enhancements, Migration Strategies, and Future-Proofing

    Nine months have passed since Microsoft released Windows Server 2025, marking a significant milestone for one of the most widely used server operating systems in the world. Since its launch on November 4, 2024, Windows Server 2025 has undergone focused scrutiny from industry professionals...