Microsoft

Microsoft is known for making operating systems and programs designed for the office and home. You can read it’s position against other companies, which updates you can expect, and the latest features you need to consider for an improved experience.

Microsoft's CEO admits Bing is inferior to Google, but a deal with Apple could change it

Microsoft's CEO admits Bing is inferior to Google, but a deal with Apple could change it

Microsoft's CEO, Satya Nadella, has admitted to a court that Bing is inferior to Google. Well, everybody knows that, but the U.S. v. Google antitrust trial is unearthing quite a bit of […]

Microsoft 365 Basic: access to OneDrive advanced security features coming

Microsoft 365 Basic customers will soon gain access to advanced security features and non-security features. The newest Microsoft 365 Plan, established in early 2023, replaced the OneDrive Standalone plan in Microsoft's portfolio. […]

Fixing OneDrive's "Your account is currently unavailable" error message

The other day, I was informed through a notification in Windows 11 that I was no longer signed-in to the linked OneDrive account. Opening the OneDrive website to check the account status […]

Microsoft offers an explanation for the hack of its cloud

Bugs and coincidences seem to have allowed Chinese-based hacking group Storm-0558 to steal a private MSA key from Microsoft and gain access to the accounts of organizations, including American government agencies. The […]

Apple and Microsoft want EU to remove iMessage and Bing from the ‘gatekeeper’ list

Apple and Microsoft want EU to remove iMessage and Bing from the ‘gatekeeper’ list

Apple and Microsoft are reportedly trying to convince the European Union that iMessage and Bing don't belong in the ‘gatekeeper’ list. The tech giants are in talks with the EU, separately, claiming […]

OneDrive: photos in albums count twice against a user's storage quota

Microsoft is informing OneDrive customers currently about a planned change that may have a significant impact on storage quotas. From October 16, 2023 on, photos uploaded to OneDrive may count twice against […]

Microsoft Exchange Servers getting extended protection

Microsoft has recently revealed that systems utilizing Exchange Server 2019 will soon benefit from an enhanced level of security. Microsoft has officially confirmed the forthcoming introduction of Windows Extended Protection (EP) on […]

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Microsoft is closing the Xbox 360 Store in 2024: here is what that means

Microsoft plans to shut down the Xbox 360 Store on July 29, 2024 according to an announcement on the company's official Xbox website. Games and DLC continue to be available, if already […]

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Microsoft "special event" to take place on September 21

Microsoft is sending media invites for an upcoming "special event" set to take place in New York City on September 21, 2023. The tech giant is known for its hardware unveilings, particularly […]

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Microsoft limits use of AI Services in upcoming Services Agreement update

Microsoft plans to update its Services Agreement on September 30, 2023. The company is informing customers about the change currently via email and other means. If you take the time to go […]

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How to stop Outlook from opening links in Edge

Microsoft recently implemented a change where links in Microsoft Outlook open in Microsoft Edge by default for Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscribers. This modification was initially introduced for Home customers to […]

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Microsoft 365 Backup and Microsoft 365 Archive announced

Microsoft announced two new products at Microsoft Inspire this week: Microsoft 365 Backup and Microsoft 365 Archive are two data backup solutions for the Microsoft cloud. More than 2 billion documents and […]

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Bing Chat Enterprise: Take your firm to the next level

Microsoft's AI-powered chatbot service, Bing Chat, is entering the business sector. According to Microsoft, Bing Chat has been enabled for enterprise usage. The Bing Chat Enterprise version will help business owners take […]

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There is a new font in town: Aptos replaces Calibri in Microsoft 365

Calibri was the default font in Microsoft Office applications. Microsoft announced this week that it is going to replace Calibri with Aptos. Aptos was formerly known as Bierstadt, one of the five […]

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Chinese hackers breach US government emails using a Microsoft cloud bug

According to Microsoft, hackers from China have accessed the email accounts of about 25 organizations, including government organizations. The attacks have been linked to a threat group known as Storm-0558, which is […]

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Microsoft's storm-proof defense wins

Microsoft has successfully countered a cyber-attack conducted by Storm-0558, a threat actor believed to be linked to China. This attack specifically targeted customer emails, putting user accounts and sensitive information at risk. […]

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Microsoft is one last step closer to buying Activision

The gaming industry is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, and it is only getting bigger. In 2022, the global gaming market was worth an estimated $196.8 billion, and it […]

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KPMG Microsoft AI investment is set to create the AI of the future

KPMG and Microsoft have announced a $2 billion investment in artificial intelligence (AI) over the next five years. This is a major development in the business world, as it shows that two […]

Microsoft layoffs July 2023

Microsoft layoffs July 2023: Customer service, sales, support

Microsoft layoffs July 2023 have hit the departments of customer service, sales, and support. Announced by Microsoft on January 18, the cuts are expected to go over 10,000 jobs. The fiscal year […]

Hackers claim to have stolen data of 30 million Microsoft customer accounts

Hacking and denial-of-service group Anonymous Sudan claims that it has stolen data of 30 million Microsoft customer accounts. Microsoft has denied the claims. The hacking group claimed earlier this month that it […]

Comparison: Apple Vision Pro vs HoloLens 2

Apple and Microsoft are two of the biggest players in the tech industry, and they are both betting big on augmented reality (AR). Apple just announced the release of its first AR […]

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Microsoft Surface Book 2 support comes to an end

Today marks a significant milestone for Microsoft Surface Book 2 owners, as Microsoft officially ends its support for the second-generation Surface Book. This development means that users of this distinctive laptop-tablet hybrid […]

Avatars for Microsoft Teams is finally rolling out

As we've reported last month, Avatars for Microsoft Teams have made their debut, bringing a notable shift to the visual dynamics of workplace calls. In light of an ongoing rollout of a […]

Microsoft unveils Windows Copilot at Build 2023

The initial day of Microsoft's annual Build 2023 event centered on the exploration of AI's possibilities. During his keynote speech, Satya Nadella, the CEO of Microsoft, delved into the forthcoming advancements in […]

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Gamer's touch on the way for Microsoft Edge

Microsoft is actively working on a groundbreaking feature for its web browser, aimed at the gaming community. Dubbed "Edge for Gamers," this mode is set to revolutionize the user experience, both during […]

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Bill Gates: AI could kill Google and Amazon

The co-founder of Microsoft, Bill Gates, said that AI could kill some of the tech giants like Google and Amazon. Gates believes that whichever company develops the first AI-powered personal assistant will […]

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Bing becomes the default search engine of ChatGPT

Microsoft has announced many AI innovations at the Build 2023 event, and one of them has strengthened the bond with OpenAI. The tech giant has announced that Bing has become the default search […]

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Microsoft Build 2023: How to watch, what to expect

One of the most awaited events for developers this year, Microsoft Build 2023, will go live on May 23, and in this guide, we will show you how to watch it and […]

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Microsoft is rolling out anonymous Bing Chat access

Microsoft is rolling out an update to its AI service Bing Chat that allows anyone to use the service. Right now, a Microsoft account is required to access Bing Chat and communicate […]

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Nadella answers Musk on whether Microsoft controls OpenAI

Microsoft's CEO, Satya Nadella, answered Elon Musk if Microsoft controls OpenAI or not. Nadella refused the allegation and said Microsoft is not in control of OpenAI. Elon Musk recently said that Microsoft […]

How to make a table of contents in Word?

A table of contents (TOC) is a helpful tool that lists the sections of your document and provides links to those sections. It also summarizes the major points and subpoints of your […]

Microsoft Teams paves the way for productivity in the digital age

Microsoft Teams, the go-to messaging app for organizations, continues to raise the bar by introducing a range of exciting new features. With its all-in-one solution for seamless collaboration, real-time communication, file sharing, […]

Copilot is getting ready to take the flight

In a major technological advancement, Microsoft is bolstering its AI-powered tool, Copilot, with a range of new features. The company is also launching an early access program, allowing select businesses to experience […]

Windows 11's latest beta update fixes the bug with uninstalling apps

Microsoft has released a new beta channel build for Windows 11, with the aim of addressing several frustrating bugs and glitches that have been affecting users. The latest release (build 22624.1755) includes […]

How to recall an email in Outlook?

Have you ever sent an email that you regretted right after hitting the send button? Maybe you forgot to attach a file, made a typo, or addressed the wrong person. If you use […]

Is Microsoft teaming up with AMD to develop AI chips?

A report by Bloomberg suggests that Microsoft is working with AMD to develop chips specifically for AI applications. The report bolsters an The Information report from April 2023. The magazine stated back […]

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Try Bing AI now: Microsoft opens public testing

Microsoft has rolled out Bing AI usage for everyone, and now you don't have to wait on the waitlist. Microsoft has announced that its updated search engine is now in open preview, […]

Microsoft teases a new OneDrive Experience for work and school

Microsoft has announced the new OneDrive for work and school today. A news post on Microsoft's Tech Community website offers a preview of some of the upcoming features. At the core of […]

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Outlook and Teams link ignore user defaults and open in Edge by default now

Links in Microsoft Outlook open in Microsoft Edge by default now for Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscribers. The change is coming to business subscribers and the Teams application as well. Microsoft […]

Finally a reason to check Microsoft Teams: Payday!

Microsoft has recently unveiled its latest feature, enabling payments to be processed within its Teams video conferencing platform. This innovative addition is expected to offer small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) an effortless […]


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