Hardware


Windows Devices Need 2 Hours of Continuous Connectivity for Update Compliance

Microsoft last week informed IT pros that Windows machines need to be powered up for at least two continuous hours, and connected to the Internet, to be maintained in a properly updated state.

A Future Shopping Trip in the Metaverse

While there are many convenience propositions that may come with VR-based shopping, it also comes with its share of pitfalls.

Windows 11 SE Devices Starting To Emerge from Microsoft's Hardware Partners

Microsoft announced on Tuesday that Windows 11 SE PCs for the education market are now starting to become available worldwide.

Microsoft To Buy Gaming Company Activision Blizzard for $68.7 Billion

Microsoft is looking to bolster its gaming and metaverse efforts with the purchase of California-based Activision Blizzard Inc.

Microsoft Touts Fixing Security Hole in macOS Privacy Component

Microsoft on Monday shared its proof-of-concept security research efforts in uncovering macOS vulnerabilities in the operating system's Transparency, Consent and Control (TCC) technology.

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CES 2022 Best Enterprise Hardware

Let's take a look at some of the hardware highlights that aim to increase your productivity, whether in the office or working from home.

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How To Improve Windows 11 Performance

Even with a brand-new OS, some tweaking may be needed to get it running how you want. Here's how.

Microsoft and Qualcomm Partner on Augmented Reality Chip

Microsoft and chip manufacturer Qualcomm are teaming up to bring the metaverse to more consumers and enterprises.

Microsoft Announces First Windows 11 Pluton Security Based Devices

New Windows 11 PCs, powered by Microsoft's Pluton security chip, will start releasing this year, Microsoft announced during this week's CES 2022 event.

Virtual Reality Gets Standardized and Teams Continues to Grow: Tech Predictions for 2022

It's that time of year again to make some bold proclamations on what our tech future has in store for us.

Microsoft Announces Secured-Core Hardware for Windows Server 2022 and Azure Stack HCI

Certified Secured-core server hardware products are now available for running Azure Stack HCI and Windows Server 2022 software implementations, according to an announcement on Tuesday.

What To Do After a PC Refresh

Keep your accounts and data secure before discarding your old machine.

Microsoft Announces Windows 11 SE for Schools

Microsoft on Tuesday announced a new version of its Windows 11 operating system designed for K-8 classrooms.

Surface Management Portal Now Available in Microsoft Endpoint Manager

Microsoft added a new Surface Management Portal within the Microsoft Endpoint Manager product, according to a Thursday announcement.

Can the Surface Duo Improve Your Productivity?

As a bridge device, Microsoft's smartphone offering can mostly handle what you throw at it.

Does Your Computer Have a TPM 2.0 Chip?

Learn if your machine can jump over the most confusing hurdle for Windows 11.

Microsoft $21.9B HoloLens Army Contract Gets Nudged

Microsoft's estimated $21.9 billion U.S. Army contract on building a mixed-reality headset for tactical operations has apparently hit a snag.

My First Impressions of Surface Duo 2

Microsoft is making logical moves to address issues with the first version of its flagship smartphone.

Windows 11 Is Commercially Released and So Are Most of the Tools

Most of the configuration and deployment tools for Windows 11 are now released for IT pro use, with a few exceptions, Microsoft indicated this week.

Is it Worth Upgrading to the Surface Laptop Studio From Surface Book 3?

The new flagship Microsoft hardware comes with a mixed bag of improvements and downgrades.

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