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Microsoft Publisher exits Microsoft 365 by October 2026, users urged to adopt Word and AI tools
Farewell Microsoft Publisher: Transitioning from Microsoft 365 Subscriptions Microsoft has announced the retirement of Microsoft Publisher from Microsoft 365 subscriptions, marking the end of a...
Google Workspace beats Microsoft 365 on collaboration, AI, and cross-platform use in 2024
The productivity suite market has become increasingly competitive, with both Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace offering compelling features for businesses and individuals. While Microsoft 365 has...
PhaaS Kit Fuels Credential Theft on 1.4B Windows Devices and Microsoft 365
Phishing-as-a-Service (PhaaS) has emerged as a growing cybersecurity threat, particularly targeting Windows and Microsoft 365 users. This underground business model allows cybercriminals with minimal...
Microsoft Diversifies AI with In-House Models Like Phi-4 for Windows & Office
Microsoft is expanding its AI strategy beyond its partnership with OpenAI, developing in-house models like Phi-4 to enhance productivity tools across Windows and Microsoft 365. This move signals a...
SWN #457 Deep Dive: YouTube Secrets, Thunderforge Disruption, and Crypto Security Insights
Introduction The latest episode of Security Weekly News (SWN #457) delved into a variety of timely technology and cybersecurity issues. Hosted by Doug White and Aaran Leyland, the discussion covered...
Microsoft’s AI Strategy: Building In-House AI Models to Rival OpenAI and Transform Enterprise Productivity
Microsoft’s Bold Move in AI: Competing with OpenAI Through In-House Innovations Microsoft is embarking on a strategic evolution in artificial intelligence that signals a shift from dependence on...
Secure Your Files Effortlessly: Microsoft 365 and OneDrive Backup with Known Folder Move
Secure Your Data with Microsoft 365 and OneDrive Backup In an era where losing data can cause significant setbacks both personally and professionally, Microsoft is taking proactive steps to enhance...
Microsoft Builds In-House AI Model Phi-4, Cuts OpenAI Costs for 365 Integration
Microsoft is making a bold strategic shift by developing its own in-house AI models, reducing its reliance on OpenAI while still maintaining their partnership. This move signals Microsoft's ambition...
Outlook outages hit millions in 2023 as cloud complexity triggers cascading failures
Microsoft Outlook has become an indispensable tool for millions of users worldwide, making recent outages particularly disruptive. Over the past year, Outlook and Microsoft 365 services have...
Microsoft 365 OneDrive Backup Prompts Divide Windows 11 Users, Sparking Privacy and Performance Concerns
Microsoft has been aggressively pushing OneDrive backup prompts to Windows 11 users as part of its Microsoft 365 subscription strategy, sparking mixed reactions across its user base. While some...
Microsoft Quietly Shifts from OpenAI to In-House AI Models for Windows and Office
Microsoft is quietly shifting its AI strategy to reduce dependence on OpenAI while accelerating development of its own proprietary models. This strategic rebalancing comes as the Windows maker seeks...