Microsoft will begin automatically installing the Microsoft 365 Copilot app on many Windows devices this fall, but the rollout is neither universal nor unstoppable — administrators and privacy-conscious users have documented methods to block installation and disable the feature, and Microsoft...
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Microsoft Copilot is built into Windows 11 and Microsoft 365, but it’s straightforward to hide, disable, or block the feature when you want a distraction‑free workspace or need to enforce an enterprise policy.
Background
Microsoft introduced Copilot as a system‑level assistant that blends local...
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Introduction
Today, Microsoft has unveiled an exciting new feature for mobile device management (MDM) known as Config Refresh. This enhancement aims to ensure the ongoing security and compliance of Policy CSP settings across all devices under management. By enabling frequent MDM policy...