office updates

  1. KB5065429: Windows 10 ESU Enrollment & End-of-Support 2025

    Microsoft pushed Windows 10 cumulative update KB5065429 to 22H2 machines this week, a mandatory security rollup that arrives as the platform approaches its October 14, 2025 end‑of‑support deadline — and it’s tightly linked to Microsoft’s consumer Extended Security Updates (ESU) enrollment path...
  2. CVE-2025-54906: Office Memory-Allocation RCE Risk and Mitigation Guide

    Microsoft has published an advisory for CVE-2025-54906, a Microsoft Office vulnerability described as a “free of memory not on the heap” condition that can lead to local remote‑code‑execution (RCE) when a user opens or previews a specially crafted Office document; Microsoft lists the...
  3. Windows 11 Office Provisioning and Startup Boost: Automatic Installs and Faster Launches

    Microsoft has quietly confirmed a change that will make several Office-related experiences on Windows 11 more automatic and persistent: new Office apps and helper tasks can now be installed or provisioned by the system and will schedule background preload activity on sign-in to improve launch...
  4. Microsoft Delays Voice Features in Older Office Versions by 2026: What You Need to Know

    Microsoft is signaling another milestone in its sweeping modernization push: voice-driven productivity tools within Office apps are about to become exclusive to the newest wave of subscribers. Users of older Office suites—Word, Outlook, OneNote, and PowerPoint among them—face an impending...
  5. Microsoft Discontinues Store-Based Office Apps: What You Need to Know

    Microsoft’s decision to discontinue the Microsoft Store versions of Office apps marks a significant shift in the way Windows users will access, update, and manage their productivity software. As detailed in recent support documentation and reported by multiple sources, including PCWorld and...
  6. Microsoft Discontinues Store Apps: Transitioning to Click-to-Run for Microsoft 365

    In a move that will have a direct impact on businesses, educational institutions, and everyday Windows users alike, Microsoft has announced it will discontinue updates for Microsoft 365 apps installed via the Microsoft Store, pivoting exclusively to the Click-to-Run installation method in the...
  7. Microsoft Office Startup Boost: Benefits, Concerns, and How to Control It

    With the relentless evolution of productivity software and increasing demand for instant access, Microsoft’s Office suite has become the focus of regular performance enhancements and usability tweaks. This drive to improve user experience recently manifested in the controversial "Startup Boost"...
  8. Microsoft Ends Office Feature Updates on Windows 10 in 2026: Transition to Windows 11 Required

    Microsoft has announced that starting in August 2026, it will cease delivering new features to Office applications for users operating on Windows 10. This decision is part of a broader strategy to encourage migration to Windows 11, as the company phases out support for its older operating...
  9. Microsoft 365 on Windows 10: End of Feature Updates & Future Outlook for Users

    Microsoft’s latest roadmap signals a pivotal shift for millions of Windows 10 users who rely on Microsoft 365 Office applications for their productivity needs. The company has now confirmed that feature updates for Microsoft 365 on Windows 10 will formally cease in August 2026—a milestone that...
  10. Microsoft Ends Office Features on Windows 10 by 2026: What You Need to Know

    Microsoft’s recent confirmation that it will end the rollout of new Office features for Windows 10 users by August 2026 marks a significant transitional phase in the Windows ecosystem, effectively setting a timeline for the full sunset of Windows 10 support for both consumers and enterprises. As...
  11. Microsoft Phases Out Office Features on Windows 10 by August 2026

    Microsoft has announced that it will cease introducing new features to its Office applications on Windows 10 starting in August 2026. This decision aligns with the company's broader strategy to phase out support for Windows 10, which is scheduled to reach its end of support on October 14, 2025...
  12. Windows 10 Support Ends Soon: Microsoft 365’s Shift to Security-Only Updates by 2028

    Microsoft has made no secret of its relentless push to migrate users from Windows 10 to Windows 11, with the operating system’s End of Life (EOL) looming ever closer. October marks the official curtain call for Windows 10, and the company has not missed an opportunity to nudge—sometimes overtly...
  13. Microsoft Office ADMX/ADML v5506.1000: Enhancing Administrative Control & Security

    The release of Microsoft Office Administrative Templates (ADMX/ADML) version 5506.1000 marks yet another critical milestone in granular administrative control over the Office suite—encompassing not just the perennial Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise, but also the more specialized and long-term...
  14. Microsoft OneNote Updates: AI-Driven Copilot Notebooks & Seamless Dynamic DPI Support

    Microsoft’s relentless push to integrate AI across its product lineup continues, but buried beneath its high-profile announcements are changes that may have an even greater impact on how people work—especially those navigating daily complexity on Windows. In the latest update to OneNote for...
  15. Office 2024 vs. Microsoft 365: Which Productivity Suite Is Right for You?

    Microsoft's release of Office 2024 has reignited the debate between opting for a one-time purchase versus subscribing to Microsoft 365. This article delves into the features, benefits, and potential drawbacks of Office 2024, helping you determine if it's the right fit for your productivity...
  16. How to Fix Outlook Crashes Caused by Missing Forms Library: Simple Workaround Revealed

    After years of serving as a cornerstone of communication for businesses and individuals alike, Classic Windows Outlook is fast approaching its sunset. Yet, as its official end-of-life date creeps ever closer, those still loyal to the legacy app have recently found themselves facing intense...
  17. Microsoft 365 Update Strategy Shift: Embracing Faster, AI-Driven Releases

    Microsoft’s strategy for updating Microsoft 365 (M365) is undergoing a transformation, signaling deep changes not only for IT departments but also for every enterprise that relies on the world’s most popular productivity suite. The pace and pattern of software updates, now supercharged by...
  18. Choosing the Right Microsoft Office Suite for Your Team: 2021, 2024, or Microsoft 365

    In the ever-evolving landscape of productivity software, selecting the right suite for your team is crucial. With options like Microsoft Office 2021, Office 2024, and Microsoft 365, understanding their differences can help you make an informed decision. Office 2021: A Cost-Effective Solution...
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    Brother Ptouch Software corrupted Office 365

    After updating the latest Brother Ptouch software (this is a label generating item) all the page sizes in Office 365 reflect the label sizes. There is no letter, legal. etc. I reinstalled Office 365 but the problem still exists.
  20. Microsoft Office Startup Boost: Faster Launches & Intelligent Resource Management

    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...