Exchange/Messaging


Microsoft Throws Exchange Server 2016 and 2019 a Support Lifeline

Microsoft this week announced it will be bringing its Extended Security Update (ESU) program for on-premises Exchange Server 2016 and 2019, offering organizations critical protection as they approach the end of life.

Exchange Online's Message Trace Feature Hits General Availability

Microsoft announced the general availability of its redesigned Message Trace feature for Exchange Online, marking the completion of a long process that started with the first preview in 2023 and recently shown off in its final public preview.

Final Exchange Server 2019 Cumulative Update Released

On Monday, Microsoft released the last major update for Exchange Server 2019. The aging Exchange Server is set to lose support on Oct. 14, 2025.

Exchange Online Receiving Enhanced Message Trace

Microsoft has announced the public preview of its enhanced Message Trace feature in the Exchange admin center (EAC) for Exchange Online.

Just One Year of Support Left for Key Microsoft Office Apps, Servers

A raft of 2016- and 2019-branded Office solutions and servers are set to lose support next October, Microsoft warned this week.

Exchange Server 2016 and Dynamics 365 PSA Losing Support

Microsoft has announced upcoming end of life for two of its key products, Exchange Server 2016 and Dynamics 365 Project Service Automation (PSA), in 2025.

Exchange Server Subscription Edition Coming Next Year

Microsoft provided a brief update on Tuesday of its Exchange Server roadmap, including the news that Exchange Server Subscription Edition (SE) will be arriving in the third quarter of 2025.

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Microsoft Plans Gradual Switch to New Outlook for Windows

Microsoft this week explained a bit more about its rollout plans for switching organizations over to the "new" Outlook for Windows e-mail and calendar app.

Exchange Server 2019 To Get Final Updates in 2024

Organizations running Exchange Server 2019 won't be getting an H2 cumulative update (CU) this year, a Microsoft announcement this month explained.

Remote PowerShell for Exchange Online Ending This Month

Microsoft on Monday announced that it will turn off Remote PowerShell Protocol for Exchange Online, starting as early as Oct. 3, 2023 for its worldwide service customers.

Exchange Online Tamper Protections Arriving in 2024

Microsoft on Wednesday gave notice that its Exchange Online e-mail tamper protections are planned for completion in 2024, which may entail some backend changes by IT departments.

New Outlook for Windows 11 Arriving Now for Organizations

Microsoft this week announced that the new Outlook for Windows 11 is now at the "general availability" release stage for personal account users, but it's also arriving for organizations as a so-called "enterprise ready" release.

Microsoft Reissues August Security Patch for Exchange Servers

Microsoft this week announced that it reissued August security update packages for Exchange Server 2016 and Exchange Server 2019.

Microsoft To Block Remote PowerShell Next Month for New Exchange Online Tenancies

Microsoft has accelerated its Remote PowerShell for Exchange Online deprecation plans a bit for new tenancies, with plans to block its use on April 1, 2023, according to a Tuesday announcement.

Configuration Glitch Caused Microsoft's Jan. 25 Exchange Online Disruption

Microsoft this week described a five-hour service incident that occurred on Wednesday Jan. 25, which was said to have affected its Exchange Online service, as well as other Microsoft 365 services.

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