In a significant development for cybersecurity within the Microsoft ecosystem, Oasis Security's research team has discovered and helped resolve a critical vulnerability in Microsoft's Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) system, affecting over 400 million Office 365 users. Dubbed "AuthQuake," this...
In an era where cybersecurity is paramount, a newly discovered vulnerability dubbed "AuthQuake" has sent shockwaves through the digital landscape. This severe flaw in Microsoft’s Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) has far-reaching implications, particularly for organizations using Azure and...
In Windows 10, and now Windows 11 Home, I use MS Notepad (.txt files) all the time for notes and simple letters. Along with Google Keep, for short temporary notes, very handy for copying tips off the Internet.
But occasionally I want to create a .doc file, or to play around with some data to...
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In an age where privacy concerns are more pronounced than ever, Microsoft found itself in the crosshairs of allegations suggesting that it was using customer data from Office 365 to train its artificial intelligence (AI) models. The controversy ignited online after a user on X (formerly Twitter)...
Microsoft Outage: Restoration of Services and What It Means for Users
On November 27, 2024, Microsoft announced it had largely restored functionality across its application services, following a significant outage that disrupted various functionalities for users around the globe. For those...
In a turn of events that has sent waves of frustration through countless businesses and individuals, Microsoft Outlook and the Office 365 suite are currently experiencing significant outages. Users are facing widespread issues, including the dreaded "HTTP error 503: the service is unavailable."...
In the fast-paced world of technology, even giants like Microsoft can stumble. On Monday, November 25, 2024, thousands of users experienced significant disruptions while attempting to access Microsoft Outlook and the broader Office 365 suite, leaving many to ponder: "Is Outlook down?" If you...
On November 25, 2024, Microsoft faced widespread reports of outages affecting users of its popular Outlook and Teams applications, causing disruptions for many during a typically busy Monday. The outage, which seemed to primarily impact users accessing the Office 365 suite, led to difficulties...
In a striking turn of events, Microsoft users found themselves at a complete standstill as the tech giant's popular applications, Outlook and Teams, experienced significant disruptions across the Office 365 suite. This unforeseen hiccup has left many professionals and casual users equally...
In a significant hiccup for productivity-hungry workers, Microsoft’s widely utilized Outlook and Teams applications have recently faced a serious functionality outage. Reports indicate that both services, integral to Microsoft’s Office 365 suite, have effectively ground to a halt for many users...
Microsoft is making waves yet again in the realm of productivity software, this time at its recent Ignite conference, by announcing a range of innovative features under the banner of “AI Agents.” This comes on the heels of Microsoft making its Copilot AI capabilities freely accessible to...
In a significant move that could reshape the cloud computing landscape, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is gearing up to investigate Microsoft’s cloud business for potential anti-competitive practices. This investigation falls within a broader context of scrutiny aimed at major tech...
On November 12, 2024, the Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) unveiled a new advisory regarding the CVE-2024-49033 vulnerability, which is described as a security feature bypass in Microsoft Word. While the specifics surrounding the vulnerability are minimal in the published update, it...
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, the speed of change can often feel dizzying, like trying to keep your balance on a tightrope as you juggle flaming torches. Here to help us navigate this dynamic environment is Microsoft’s latest blog post detailing the monthly highlights of Copilot...
If you’ve found yourself wrestling with the frustrating Office 365 Error code 0-2060 while trying to install Microsoft 365 on your Windows 10 or 11 computer, you’re not alone. This commonly encountered issue often pops up when the installation process is obstructed, leaving users at a...
I am having major problems getting the programs in Microsoft Office to work on my 2 Windows 10 computers. I have a legal installation from 2002 that has worked flawlessly all these years. I've been working with Word and Excel since they were first lasered. Before that I worked with Vicicalc...
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I cannot access my Microsoft account even though I updated my password a month ago and logged in successfully using it the same day. I'm being sent a form that wants the information that I used when I set up my account. It was included with this laptop and I upgraded to Office 365 and pay a...
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Attention Windows enthusiasts! Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 22621.607 (KB5017389) for Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, running Windows 11 version 22H2. Here's a detailed look at the improvements and fixes included in this update: Major Improvements and Fixes App...
Ramon Ray’s first foray into small business was as a computer consultant, more than two decades ago. The lifelong Windows user – a self-identified geek – didn’t know why he was so drawn to technology from such an early age, but he built do-it-yourself electronic kits from Radio Shack (such as...
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