Microsoft's position on Server Message Block version 1 in Windows systems is that organizations should just get rid of it.
Microsoft recently highlighted some tools that IT pros can use to detect if Server Message Block version 1 (SMB 1) is being used in a network.
Microsoft on Friday released a security update for Windows XP that fixes an SMB v1 hole that has been recently used to spread ransomware via phishing attacks.
Microsoft plans to launch a Windows Insider Program for Windows Server 2016 users, starting this summer.
By modifying Microsoft's provided Powershell patching code, applying updates to multiple Nano Servers can be simplified.
Microsoft announced today that efforts to integrate the open source Secure Shell (OpenSSH) protocol with Windows (Win32) are nearing completion.
Microsoft is approaching an interesting and potentially difficult inflection point with Windows.
- By Mary Jo Foley
- 05/01/2017
Microsoft this week announced that a new type of Linux container that runs on Windows Server 2016 will be coming soon.
- By Scott Bekker
- 04/20/2017
While there are many methods for applying patches, going through PowerShell is the most straightforward way to get the job done.
Microsoft indicated that it has already patched Windows flaws exposed by newly leaked hacking tools, a problem that came to light on Friday.
Microsoft is investigating reports about leaked hacking tools that target older Windows systems.
Microsoft highlighted resources this week designed to make it easier for organizations to tap its Azure datacenter services in so-called "hybrid" approaches.
Microsoft claims to be working on a new remote management option for Windows Server 2016 users.
Microsoft's Lifecycle Support policies may pose problems for IT pros if a trend toward dropping support without notice should gain steam.
Microsoft announced this week that it has changed its support policy for the Edge role on Exchange Server 2016, but only when it's used on Windows Server 2016.