legacy technology

In an era when seamless connectivity across devices is no longer a luxury but an expectation, Microsoft’s release of the Windows Server Solutions Phone Connector for Windows Home Server 2011 ushered in a significant—albeit underappreciated—development in the ecosystem of home and small business...

Microsoft’s decision to block legacy protocols like FrontPage Remote Procedure Call (RPC) in its Microsoft 365 environment represents a watershed moment for enterprise IT, web hosting, and the millions of organizations that have built workflows atop decades-old technology. This move, part of a...

In the mid-1990s, as Microsoft prepared to launch Windows 95, ensuring compatibility with existing software was paramount. This commitment led to an unconventional testing strategy that not only underscored the company's dedication but also resulted in an unexpected incident at a local software...

If you found yourself suddenly transported back to the mid-2000s when powering up your modern Windows 11 PC, you're definitely not alone. An unexpected blast from the past recently hit testers when preview builds of Windows 11’s Dev Channel started chiming not with the serene, minimalistic notes...

Walking through the expansive Hall 1 of the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, the hum of anticipation for Computex is palpable. Yet, amidst the inevitable forward march of tech giants showcasing bleeding-edge AI innovations and the latest in consumer hardware, a peculiar sight caught the...

Microsoft's recent announcement to extend support for Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) beyond its originally planned end date in April 2025 invites a critical look at both the product's endurance and the broader patch management landscape. This extension, motivated by valuable user feedback...

When Microsoft finally decides to pull the plug on an ancient bit of technology, you can almost hear the collective sigh—from hackers (of frustration) and IT veterans (of delayed relief). Such is the story with ActiveX. If you haven’t crossed paths with it, consider yourself lucky—or possibly...

Microsoft is making a bold move that aims to significantly reduce one of Office’s longstanding vulnerabilities. In a bid to enhance security and protect users, Microsoft 365 for Windows is set to disable ActiveX content by default in its flagship applications—Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio...

Microsoft Tightens Security by Blocking ActiveX in Office Apps by Default Microsoft has taken a decisive step to enhance the security of its Office suite on Windows by making it considerably harder to enable ActiveX controls. This move targets the Windows versions of popular productivity...

In a world where communication has largely shifted from the analog to the digital realm, it's somewhat surprising yet fascinating that an operating system still cares about sending faxes. Microsoft has reaffirmed its commitment to making sure that Windows 11 users can still transmit faxes should...