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Gartner Lays Out Evaluation Criteria for Office 365 Moves

Organizations looking at Office 365 moves have a lot to consider, according to Gartner Inc.

Microsoft Previews PowerShell Desired State Configuration for Linux

Microsoft has released an early test version of PowerShell Desired State Configuration (DSC) for Linux.

WinSxS Cleanup Tool Available for Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1

Microsoft released an optional update last week that adds a Disk Cleanup Wizard to Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1.

Microsoft and SAP Partner in Cloud-Enabled Business Intelligence Solution

Microsoft and SAP are ramping up their partnership, with plans to certify some SAP business solutions on the Microsoft Azure cloud computing platform.

Microsoft Previews 'Just Enough Administration' PowerShell Security Controls

Microsoft introduced a new PowerShell-based server protection scheme for IT pros at TechEd this week called "Just Enough Administration" (JEA).

Microsoft Exec Outlines New Mobile Device Management Improvements

Microsoft's themes coming out of the TechEd keynote this year included mobile device management and security controls.

Future Dynamics CRM Releases Losing Windows Server 2008 Support

Microsoft announced that the next Dynamics CRM version (and versions after that) will no longer support Windows Server 2008 and SQL Server 2008.

Microsoft Releases Lync App for Android Tablets

Microsoft released a Lync app that supports Android tablets this week.

Microsoft Enhancing Office 365 ProPlus Management Capabilities

Microsoft today announced some new and future administrative improvements for organizations subscribing to Office 365 ProPlus services.

Microsoft Rolling Out UI Improvements to OneDrive for Business

Microsoft has revamped the user interface of its OneDrive for Business cloud-based storage solution.

Windows Intune Getting Data Security Protections for Android and Apple Devices

Microsoft announced that new mobile device management improvements will be coming to its Windows Intune management solution, arriving sometime in the fourth quarter.

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.

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