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A Writer Deleted 5 Windows Apps and His PC Came Alive — Here’s How You Can Too
Disabling five built-in Windows 11 apps — OneDrive, Phone Link, Teams, Xbox, and Widgets — freed 1.5GB of storage and dramatically improved performance in a recent user experiment. This article explains why these apps slow down your PC, how to remove or disable them in minutes, and what the broader trend toward a leaner Windows means for everyday users, power users, and IT admins.
IT Pros, Mark Your Calendars: Microsoft Hosts Live Intune and Windows 11 Q&A on July 16
Microsoft’s Windows Office Hours returns on July 16, 2026, with a live chat-based Q&A for IT professionals. Experts from the Windows, Intune, and Configuration Manager teams will answer deployment and management questions in real time.
Microsoft Must Face UK Trial Over Blocking Resale of Pre-Owned Windows and Office Licenses
The UK Court of Appeal ruled unanimously that Microsoft must face trial over allegations it illegally blocked resale of pre-owned Windows and Office perpetual licenses. The decision revives a landmark competition lawsuit by reseller ValueLicensing, could reshape enterprise software procurement, and raises immediate compliance considerations for businesses holding or considering used Microsoft licenses.
ZeroBounce Update Slashes Email Verification Wait Times for Microsoft 365 Users
ZeroBounce’s July 8, 2026 update now classifies many Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace catch‑all email addresses as valid or invalid in real time, eliminating the hours‑long delays of secondary verification. The change improves list cleaning speed, reduces bounce risks, and simplifies API integrations for businesses that rely on accurate email validation.
Why Microsoft’s 0.14 Debt Ratio Is Both Good News and a Bundling Warning
Microsoft’s rock-bottom 0.14 debt-to-equity ratio, highlighted in a Benzinga peer analysis, gives the company vast financial freedom to bundle more services into Windows and Microsoft 365. While users will see an ever-growing list of integrated features, they should also brace for subscription price hikes and fewer standalone software options. Both home users and IT admins can prepare by auditing current subscriptions and staying alert to regulatory shifts that may force unbundling.
When Microsoft Unleashed 24-Hour Free Calls: The Teams Move That Dethroned Zoom
In November 2020, Microsoft made all-day video calls free on Teams, offering 24 hours and 300 participants to challenge Zoom's 40-minute limit. The move reshaped user expectations and competition, forcing the industry to rethink free-tier limits, and continues to influence how we choose communication tools today.
Mac App Store vs. Direct Download vs. iOS: The Best Way to Install Microsoft 365 on Apple Devices
Microsoft 365 now offers three distinct install paths on Apple devices: a Mac App Store bundle, a direct download from Microsoft, and individual iOS apps. Each choice affects updates, add-in support, and IT management. This guide breaks down what each path means for everyday users, admins, and power users—and explains how to install or switch between them.
Microsoft to Pull Plug on OWA Light for On-Premises Exchange, Targeting August 2026
Microsoft plans to remove the lightweight version of Outlook on the Web (OWA Light) from on-premises Exchange Server in a future update estimated for August 2026. The change affects users relying on the simplified HTML interface for older browsers or low-bandwidth connections. Administrators should audit usage, plan browser upgrades, and transition users to the standard Outlook on the Web interface well before the deadline.
Microsoft Teams’ June 2026 Update: 7 New Features Arrive, but Minimized Meeting Views Hit Pause
Microsoft's June 2026 Teams update delivers seven enhancements, including presenter preview, expanded chat reactions on web, mobile performance boosts, call queue analytics, intelligent camera switching in Teams Rooms, transcript search, and new Together Mode scenes. However, the general availability of minimized meeting views has been paused due to audio routing issues discovered during preview, with a fix expected later this summer.
Microsoft Teams to Let Organizers Delegate Production Control in Live Events
Microsoft's latest roadmap entry reveals a new governance feature for Teams events, allowing organizers to assign specific production responsibilities to trusted individuals. The capability is in development for desktop and Mac, aiming to streamline live event management and prevent unauthorized changes. No release date has been set, but event organizers and IT administrators should prepare for eventual adoption.
Microsoft Teams Preps Custom Recording Alerts for IT Admins
Microsoft is preparing a Teams update that will allow IT administrators to customize the notice users see when a call is being recorded or transcribed. The feature, listed as Roadmap ID 567302, enables tailored messages for legal compliance or company policy, but no release date has been given.
No More Browser Switching: Teams Mobile to Open SharePoint Links In-App
Microsoft's latest roadmap entry reveals that Teams on Android and iOS will soon open SharePoint page and news links directly within the Teams app, bypassing external browsers. The change requires the SharePoint app to be installed in Teams and promises to reduce context-switching for mobile workers. IT admins should prepare to push the SharePoint app to users and update internal guidance.
Viva Engage's New 'Recent' Feed Puts Fresh Content First – What It Means for Your Daily Workflow
Microsoft is adding a chronological 'Recent' feed to Viva Engage Home, giving users an alternative to the algorithm‑driven Storyline feed. This change addresses long‑standing user requests for a simple, time‑ordered view of posts from communities and people they follow. The feature, listed on the Microsoft 365 Roadmap as ID 559482, will roll out to all organizations in the coming months and requires no user action to appear.