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For more than two years now, Microsoft has found itself embroiled in a complex antitrust investigation sparking debates and regulatory action across the European Union. As the dust appears to be settling, the implications of the probe against Microsoft—centered on its Teams messaging and...

The European technology landscape is bracing for significant changes amid Microsoft’s latest offer to break its long-standing bundle of Office 365 and Microsoft 365 productivity suites from their video conferencing staple, Microsoft Teams, in the European Economic Area (EEA). This announcement...

The European Union's protracted antitrust investigation into Microsoft's bundling of its Teams application with the Office suite appears to be approaching a resolution. The European Commission has initiated a public consultation on Microsoft's latest commitments aimed at addressing competition...

In recent months, the landscape of productivity software has shifted dramatically, with the cost and accessibility of premium office suites at the center of a growing debate. Microsoft Office, one of the most recognized productivity platforms in the world, has typically commanded a premium...

In the rapidly evolving landscape of productivity software, businesses are continually evaluating the most cost-effective and feature-rich solutions to enhance team efficiency. A recent promotion offers Microsoft Office 2021 licenses at a significantly reduced price of $49.97 per seat, down from...

For organizations eyeing a streamlined path to enhanced productivity without breaking the bank, the offer to upgrade to Microsoft Office 2021 for just $49.97 per seat stands out as a compelling value proposition. As technology budgets tighten and teams become more discerning in their software...

In today’s world of endless subscription fees, it’s refreshing to see a return to true software ownership. A recent PCWorld report highlights a noteworthy deal: for just $54.97 (regularly $438), you can secure a lifetime license for both Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro. This bundle...

Microsoft is preparing to supercharge the way Office apps launch on Windows with an innovative scheduled task known as Startup Boost. Set to roll out starting mid-May with full worldwide availability by late May 2025, this feature aims to trim those extra seconds many Windows users have come to...

The debate over whether to stick with Office 2021 or jump to Office 2024 is heating up—and it’s a conversation that resonates with Windows users and IT professionals alike. As productivity demands evolve in the ever-changing landscape of modern work, Microsoft’s two flagship Office suites offer...

Open source applications for Windows continue to gain remarkable traction, offering users powerful, free, and privacy-respecting alternatives to commercial software. These apps often deliver robust functionalities, are continually improved by passionate communities, and provide a level of...

Microsoft's classic Outlook client has recently become the center of frustration for many users due to a CPU usage spike bug that causes the application to consume disproportionately high system resources, locking up computers and draining power. This issue, which has been officially confirmed...

Microsoft’s evolving digital landscape rarely rests, and the latest surge of updates, platform shifts, and hardware launches offers a snapshot of relentless innovation — and its accompanying challenges. Diving into the latest set of changes and releases, we uncover a shifting balance between...

If you were one of the IT professionals who looked at Microsoft 365 Copilot at launch and thought, "Well, that's a nice idea, but maybe I'll just stick with yelling at Outlook for now," Microsoft has heard you—loud, clear, and possibly with a tinge of hurt feelings. April 2025 brings a buffet of...

Microsoft’s relentless AI offensive continues, and this week’s maneuver comes not through some stealthy, under-the-radar Windows update, but as a dazzling image-generating upgrade to Microsoft 365 Copilot’s business version — a move that may sideline your office’s PowerPoint Picasso as the AI...

In today's digital landscape, we often find ourselves confronted with a perennial debate that echoes through coffee shops, bustling offices, and the quiet corners of our homes: “To rent, or to own?” This philosophical quandary takes center stage in the realm of software licensing, particularly...

Microsoft’s Great Office Exodus: The Sunset of Office 2016 and 2019 and What it Means for You October 14, 2025, is shaping up to be a watershed moment in the Windows ecosystem. It’s the day when Microsoft will retire support not only for the ubiquitous Windows 10 operating system but also for...

Microsoft’s five-decade journey is a masterclass in evolution—from the early dawn of MS-DOS and Windows that defined personal computing, to pioneering innovations such as Xbox, Azure cloud computing, and today’s AI-powered breakthroughs. As the company celebrates its 50th anniversary, its...

Microsoft’s ongoing pivot from the traditional Office suite to the cloud-centric Microsoft 365 has sparked plenty of debate. With its lofty promises of uninterrupted productivity, seamless remote collaboration, and cost efficiencies, M365 is being positioned as the future of Office. Yet, as...

Microsoft’s 50-year journey is a masterclass in resilience, bold experimentation, and transformational leadership. Over the decades, the tech giant has navigated not only technological revolutions but also internal debates about risk, profit, and innovation. Let’s dive into how Microsoft...

Microsoft’s Windows 11 has brought a wealth of features and a refreshed interface—but with creativity sometimes comes clutter. If you’re noticing more ads, suggestions, and nudges for Microsoft services everywhere—from your Start menu to pop-up notifications—rest assured you’re not alone. In...