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Microsoft Drops Print Drivers from Windows 10 October 2018 Update

Microsoft announced this month that it is omitting some basic printer and scanner drivers from the Windows 10 "October 2018 Update," also known as version 1809.

Windows Server 2019 Skips RTM, Goes Straight to Release

Windows Server 2019 has reached the "general availability" stage, Microsoft announced on Tuesday, though organizations will have to wait a few more months for equipment makers to roll out the related hardware.

Latest Windows 10 Version Update Now Available

The Windows 10 "October 2018 Update" release, also known as Windows 10 version 1809 and previously code-named "Redstone 5," became available from Microsoft on Tuesday.

Microsoft Details What's On Tap for SharePoint

A raft of improvements are coming to SharePoint Online and SharePoint Server 2019 in the next few months, according to Microsoft, which provided a detailed look at the changes during a session at its Ignite conference last week.

Microsoft Working To Bring Robot OS to Windows Platform

Microsoft last week announced its plan to bring the Linux-based Robot Operating System (ROS) to Windows.

Microsoft Shrinks Windows 10 Feature Updates for Some Systems

Organizations upgrading x64 systems using Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) can now take advantage of Microsoft's new approach for shrinking the download size of Windows 10 feature updates.

Microsoft Combines Its Security Products for Bundled Enterprise Solution

Microsoft this week described a newly assembled bundle of security solutions for organizations called Microsoft Threat Protection.

Microsoft Shares Plans for Windows 10 Virtual Desktop Service

Microsoft is readying a preview of a new service that will deliver virtual Windows desktops and apps to end users from Microsoft Azure infrastructure.

Microsoft Readies Windows Server 2019 for October Launch

At Day 1 of its 2018 Ignite conference on Monday, Microsoft announced that Windows Server 2019 will reach general availability in October.

Microsoft's Azure Data Box Hits General Availability

After nearly a year in preview, Azure Data Box, Microsoft's heavy-duty cloud data transfer appliance, became generally available on Monday during the company's 2018 Ignite conference.

Next-Gen Release of Windows Admin Center Now Production-Ready

Microsoft on Thursday announced the general availability of Windows Admin Center version 1809, the latest iteration of its browser-based management portal.

Microsoft Offers To Manage Windows 10 Desktops for Orgs

A new service called Microsoft Managed Desktop (MMD) lets organizations offload the task of managing their Windows 10 desktops, from the initial provisioning process to routine patching, to Microsoft.

Microsoft Targets Macro-Borne Malware in Office 365 ProPlus

Microsoft recently introduced a technology called Antimalware Scan Interface (AMSI) to Office 365 ProPlus, giving subscribers a new layer of protection against malicious macros.

AWS Launches Competency for Cloud Management Partners

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is expanding its partner competencies to recognize partners focusing on cloud management tools.

Microsoft Updates SharePoint Framework, Explains Site 'Branding'

Microsoft recently announced some SharePoint updates related to intranet management, including the issue of adding "branding" to sites.