Category: Uncategorized

Windows resiliency: Best practices and the path forward

The recent CrowdStrike incident underscores the need for mission-critical resiliency within every organization. When a major incident arises, we focus on remediation, learning, and change, all while communicating transparently to our ecosystem. On Saturday, David Weston described our “first responder” approach. Since the start, we engaged over 5,000 support engineers working 24×7 to help bring critical services back online. We are providing ongoing updates via the Windows release health dashboard, where we detail remediation steps, including a signed Microsoft Recovery Tool.  

(more…)

Originally posted by Microsoft Jul 26, 2024 Uncategorized 0 Comments

(Updated) CrowdStrike issue impacting Windows endpoints causing an error message on a blue screen

Updated on July 25, 2024: Microsoft released further guidance on Windows resiliency: Best practices and the path forward. Read more about how we are working in close cooperation to improve resiliency across the Windows ecosystem and explore best practices you can use to support resiliency in your organization.

(more…)

Originally posted by Microsoft Jul 26, 2024 Uncategorized 0 Comments

The July 2024 Windows non-security preview update is now available for Windows 11, versions 23H2 and 22H2

The July 2024 non-security preview update is now available for Windows 11, versions 23H2 and 22H2. Information about the contents of this update is available from the release notes, which are accessible from the Windows 11 update history page. To learn more about the different types of monthly quality updates, see Windows monthly updates explained. To be informed about the latest updates and releases, follow us on X @WindowsUpdate.

(more…)

Originally posted by Microsoft Jul 26, 2024 Uncategorized 0 Comments

Power Platform – Coauthoring within the Canvas Designer announcement

We are announcing the public preview of coauthoring within Canvas Designer. With the new coauthoring feature, multiple makers can now author and edit the same canvas app in real time. This feature was made available for public preview starting on July 9th, 2024, and we plan to make it widely available by the end of 2024.

(more…)

Originally posted by Microsoft Jul 26, 2024 Uncategorized 0 Comments

Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365: Copilot chat active users in Teams counted as Teams Copilot active users

Active users of Microsoft Copilot in Teams will soon count towards Teams Copilot usage, potentially increasing active user metrics in reports. Rollout begins late July 2024, requiring no admin action. Adjustments to custom reports using Copilot usage data may be necessary.

(more…)

Originally posted by Microsoft Jul 25, 2024 Uncategorized 0 Comments

Viva Glint – Admins enabled to make bulk employee ID updates

This feature will enable Viva Glint service admins to make bulk employee ID updates in the web app.

(more…)

Originally posted by Microsoft Jul 25, 2024 Uncategorized 0 Comments

New Microsoft Outlook for Windows: Receive reminders when offline

Outlook for Windows will soon allow users to receive reminders while offline, starting late August 2024. This feature will be on by default, requiring users to ensure Reminders are enabled in Outlook settings. No admin action is needed before the rollout.

(more…)

Originally posted by Microsoft Jul 25, 2024 Uncategorized 0 Comments

External recipients MailTip offline behavior update for Microsoft Outlook for iOS and Android

The update for Microsoft Outlook for iOS and Android will allow external recipient warnings to function offline by caching MailTip service results, with a rollout from mid-August to late September 2024. Organizations can manage this feature by configuring a list of internal domains. Users should be informed of these changes.

(more…)

Originally posted by Microsoft Jul 25, 2024 Uncategorized 0 Comments

Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint: Protect sensitive files with dynamic watermarking

Dynamic watermarking, a new sensitivity label setting, will be added to Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, embedding the user’s information onto files. It will be available on various platforms, with a Public Preview in July 2024 and General Availability in November 2024.

(more…)

Originally posted by Microsoft Jul 25, 2024 Uncategorized 0 Comments

Python in Excel will be generally available starting August 2024

Python in Excel will be generally available from August 2024, offering Python formulas in Excel for Windows users. It includes standard compute and a self-purchase option for premium compute. Previously, it was available only to Microsoft 365 Insiders. Rollout will be completed by October 2024. Admins can manage add-on licenses.

(more…)

Originally posted by Microsoft Jul 25, 2024 Uncategorized 0 Comments

Joao Ferreira

I've been working with Microsoft Technologies over the last ten years, mainly focused on creating collaboration and productivity solutions that drive the adoption of Microsoft Modern Workplace.