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If you're one of the millions of Microsoft 365 users suddenly staring at an inconvenient "Product Deactivated" error while trying to work on Word, Excel, or Outlook, you're not alone. Microsoft's engineers have acknowledged this as a known issue—a tech term that simply means "We know it's...

Big changes are coming to Microsoft 365, and if you're a frequent user, you're going to want to pay attention. Microsoft has announced its plans to rebrand the venerable Microsoft 365 app as Microsoft 365 Copilot, complete with a redesigned user experience and a suite of new features soon to...

The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has taken a significant leap in enhancing cloud security for federal agencies. Enter Binding Operational Directive (BOD) 25-01: a mandatory directive designed to lock down vulnerabilities and secure Microsoft cloud environments in a...

Microsoft 365 Copilot is poised to be one of Microsoft's most revolutionary integrations, harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to supercharge user productivity. Yet, despite its promise, the Dutch education and research network Surf has waved the red flag. As of now, Surf is...

In an age where productivity, creativity, and security are the holy grail of working and living, Microsoft’s latest buzzwords — Windows 11, Microsoft 365, and Copilot — are shaking up the digital terrain. Dubbed the "power trio," these tools are more than just software; they’re a full-speed...

In a world where productivity tools like Microsoft 365 have become almost synonymous with office work, one would assume that their utility and value are universally accepted. After all, Microsoft Office has been around longer than most of us have been typing. However, a recent article highlights...

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) just dropped a bombshell directive—Binding Operational Directive (BOD) 25-01. What’s it all about? Simply put: U.S. federal agencies are now on notice to up their cybersecurity game in the cloud, starting with Microsoft 365. This...

Ah, Microsoft. Always keeping it interesting for Windows users, huh? Recently, a development sparked some heated reactions in the Windows community: Microsoft is serving up what it calls "notifications" in Windows 11. But let’s cut through the corporate gloss — these “notifications” are clearly...

In a sweeping cybersecurity move that has Windows and cloud professionals buzzing, the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued its very first binding operational directive for 2025—BOD 25-01. The target? Microsoft 365 and its ecosystem. This isn’t just a casual...

If you’ve been keeping up with Microsoft’s latest decisions surrounding its product lineup, brace yourself for more branding whiplash. The tech giant has announced another rebrand, this time targeting the Microsoft 365 suite—and let’s just say, it’s leaving enterprise users scratching their...

Windows enthusiasts, gear up! Microsoft is yet again shaking things up in the productivity ecosystem by renaming the "Microsoft 365 App" to "Microsoft 365 Copilot." This change marks more than just a rebrand—it's an evolution, with AI taking center stage as the platform undergoes a...

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has stepped up its game to ensure the safety of federal systems. In its latest directive, the agency has rolled out a binding operational directive that orders all U.S. federal civilian agencies to align their Microsoft 365 cloud...

Microsoft is gearing up to give its Microsoft 365 suite a dramatic makeover slated for early 2025. For those who live and breathe Microsoft services—or at least rely on them to manage everything from work assignments to personal to-do lists—change is coming. And it's not just a new name or icon...

Move aside, plain UI updates and small feature tweaks. Microsoft has put on its big idea pants and is charging into 2025 with a transformative overhaul to the Microsoft 365 ecosystem and Copilot, their AI-powered productivity companion. If you missed the memo from the Microsoft 365 Message...

The realm of cybersecurity is getting a major shake-up, and if you’re an organization running on Microsoft 365, it's time to buckle up and take notice. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), a U.S. federal body charged with guarding national digital infrastructure, has...

Microsoft’s legendary suite of apps isn’t limited to office spreadsheets and corporate cubicles anymore. This holiday season, you can leverage these tools to sprinkle some high-tech holiday cheer across your life. The truth is, Microsoft 365 and Office apps have a surprising bag of tricks that...

Alright WindowsForum readers, let’s talk security—cloud security, to be precise. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has made yet another bold move to tighten the defenses of federal systems, and it involves something many of you have likely danced with either at...

If the holiday season is starting to rev up your stress levels with a checklist that’s growing faster than Santa's naughty list, don’t fret. Microsoft’s suite of apps is here to bring some calm to the chaos. You may think of them as trusty workplace tools, but they double as your personal...

Microsoft has done it again. With the evolution of its powerhouse productivity suite, Microsoft 365, the inclusion of Copilot, driven by generative AI, is setting the stage for an era of smart work. While AI keeps reshaping everything from how businesses operate to everyday office tasks...

In a recent and deeply illuminating study conducted by EY (Ernst & Young), Microsoft 365 Copilot was given a glowing appraisal for its transformative role in fostering workplace inclusivity. The research, which surveyed over 300 employees across 17 global organizations, focused predominantly on...