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Possible Windows Phone 8.1 June Release Rumored

A Microsoft Windows Phone support lifecycle page suggests the Windows Phone 8.1 update may be released next month.

Many Planning Move to Software-Defined Networking, Can't Define It

Even though a majority of networking professionals are forecasting a move to software-defined networking (SDN), close to 40 percent of respondents can't define what it is, according to a recent survey.

Windows 8.1 Update Install Deadline Extended to June 10 for Consumers

Consumer users of Windows 8.1 now have until June 10 to install Microsoft's operating system update.

Microsoft's EMET Security Tool Requires App Compatibility Testing

Microsoft's Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit can spell trouble for some apps.

Microsoft Unveils IE 11 Improvements for Windows Phone 8.1

Microsoft today described some new features coming to Internet Explorer 11 for Windows Phone 8.1.

.NET Framework Updated with Profiling, Display Enhancements

Microsoft updated its .NET Framework to include updates for ASP.NET, high-resolution displays and better profiling, to name a few.

Microsoft To Announce Mobile Device Management Improvements This Month

Microsoft is showcasing its mobile vision as it prepares for its annual TechEd event this month.

Microsoft Releases Work Folders for Windows 7

Microsoft has released Work Folders for Windows 7, which broadens file sharing options for organizations.

AMD's New Roadmap To Include Both x86 and ARM

AMD announced a new company roadmap in which it plans to support both x86 and ARM platforms in the near future.

Microsoft Releases Slipstreamed Version of SharePoint 2010 SP2

Microsoft late last week rolled out a slipstreamed version of SharePoint 2010 Service Pack 2 that supports Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2.

Report Sees Cloud Role for Database Backup and Disaster Recovery

Organizations are showing greater interest in using cloud services for database backup and disaster recovery scenarios, according to a Microsoft-sponsored study.

Microsoft Found To Issue the Most Software Audits

The most "aggressive" software auditor of all is Microsoft, according to a recently published industry study.

Microsoft Buys Cloud Integration Solution Provider GreenButton

Microsoft has acquired Wellington, New Zealand-based GreenButton for an undisclosed amount.

Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack 2014 Now Available

Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (MDOP) 2014, a suite of six tools for IT pros, was released for download today.

Microsoft Rolls Out Limited Preview of Azure Intelligent Systems Service

Microsoft announced a limited public preview of its Azure Intelligent Systems Service this month.

.NET Framework Repair Tool Gets Update

Microsoft's .NET Framework Repair Tool has been updated to include Framework versions 4.5 and 4.5.1.

Microsoft Increasing OneDrive for Business Storage to 1 TB

Microsoft announced today that it plans to increase the default storage capacity of OneDrive for Business clients from 25 GB to 1 terabyte (TB).

Microsoft Releases April Windows Intune Update

Microsoft this week started delivering the next update to Windows Intune, which is its cloud-enabled device management product.

Novell Finally Loses Microsoft Antitrust Case After Supreme Court Rejection

Novell today hit the final barrier in its antitrust legal dispute with Microsoft.

Exoprise's Free Tool Assesses Migration Costs from Exchange 2003 to Office 365

Exoprise is offering a free tool that measures the costs of moving from Microsoft's Exchange Server 2003 to Office 365 Exchange Online.

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