Microsoft 365 Apps: Cloud Update – Descriptive Errors

Use enhanced error reporting in Cloud Update for Microsoft 365 Apps updates to access clear, descriptive error messages that help you easily identify why an update did not complete successfully. Admins can review comprehensive insights across all Cloud Update-managed devices and drill down into individual devices for detailed information. This improved feature expands on the existing upgrade progress insights by grouping issues according to error codes and providing straightforward descriptions. These advancements enable admins to diagnose problems more efficiently, reduce support escalations, and take decisive corrective actions to boost monthly compliance rates.

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Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Chose Anthropic models when editing with Copilot in Word

You can choose to select Anthropic models, in addition to OpenAI models, when editing a Word document using Copilot.

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Microsoft Purview: Data Loss Prevention– Unmanaged cloud app discovery and protection with Microsoft Purview and the Island Enterprise Browser

Microsoft Purview network data security now integrates with Island, extending protection to Island’s browser-based workflows at the point of user interaction. With this integration, new and existing Island customers can configure Microsoft Purview collection and data loss prevention policies to detect and protect data shared with unmanaged cloud apps through the Island Enterprise Browser, the Island Extension, and browser add ins via HTTP and HTTPS, using the same classifiers, sensitive information types, and sensitivity labels used in other Purview policies. Island provides visibility and control at the presentation layer, including typed and pasted input, file transfers, and extension activity, so data can be inspected before it ever leaves the browser. This integration further enriches Purview Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), Insider Risk Management (IRM) risk score, enables data security and compliance for AI interactions, and more.

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The March 2026 Windows security update is now available

The March 2026 security update is now available for all supported versions of Windows. We recommend that you install these updates promptly. For more information about the contents of this update, see the release notes, which are easily accessible from the Windows 11 update history page. To learn more about the different types of monthly quality updates, see Windows monthly updates explained.

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RSAT capabilities arrive on Arm-based Windows 11 PCs

You can now use familiar Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) on Arm-based Windows 11 devices. With the February 2026 non-security preview update, five of the most widely used RSAT components are available for everyday system administrator tasks. Add users to Active Directory, edit GPOs, configure NDS and DHCP servers, and more.  

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SharePoint: AI citations analytics for documents and pages

SharePoint will add AI citations analytics by mid-May 2026, showing how documents and pages are referenced by Microsoft Copilot and AI agents. Features include citation metrics in site usage, page analytics, and a new AI citations analytics page. No admin action is needed; Copilot licenses are required.

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Microsoft Entra passkeys on Windows now support phishing-resistant sign-in

Microsoft Entra passkeys on Windows enable phishing-resistant, passwordless sign-in using Windows Hello on Entra-protected resources, including unmanaged devices. Public preview starts mid-March 2026. Organizations must opt in and configure policies to enable this feature; no impact occurs without activation.

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Outlook: Support for recommended and automatically applied sensitivity labels in Outlook for iOS and Android

Outlook for iOS and Android will support recommended and automatic sensitivity labels during email composition, aligning with Microsoft Purview Information Protection policies. This rollout starts mid-March 2026, is on by default for organizations with existing policies, and requires no changes to current Purview configurations.

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Microsoft Viva Glint: AI-generated survey insights with Copilot highlights

Microsoft Viva Glint will introduce AI-generated Copilot highlights in survey reports by April 2026, providing structured summaries of key insights automatically for licensed users. No extra configuration or Microsoft 365 Copilot license is needed. Admins can manage access via the Microsoft 365 admin center.

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Microsoft Purview: Data Loss Prevention – Security Store now available to discover DLP integrations

Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention now includes the Security Store, allowing admins to discover, purchase, and enable partner integrations directly within the Purview portal. Rolling out worldwide from late March to April 2026, this feature requires no action and does not affect existing DLP policies unless integrations are enabled.

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