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IT Can Now Communicate Natively With Employees on Windows 11

Microsoft says its organizational messages tool helps IT admins in hybrid work settings send important onboarding and update notifications.

November 18, 2022 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

Microsoft is releasing the public preview of organizational messages for Windows 11 to allow IT admins to communicate natively with employees on devices running Windows 11. According to Microsoft, this feature is designed to help IT admins connect with employees in organizations embracing a distributed work model by leveraging Intune to configure and send branded […]

What IT Pros Should Know About Windows 11 22H2

Windows 11 22H2 includes new IT security and efficiency tools, improved usability and accessibility, and new productivity features.

September 20, 2022 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

Microsoft is releasing Windows 11 22H2, and the new version of the operating systems packs a ton of new features for users and IT professionals alike, including new usability and accessibility features, new productivity enhancements, new security tools for increased IT efficiency, and more. Officially called the Windows 11 2022 Update, the new version of […]

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This Week in IT: Windows 11 Update, Tech Giants Take Cyber Action, New Dell Devices, Google Docs Feature

Recent Microsoft and Google actions against hackers, new Windows 11 features, a Dell laptop launch and more highlight this week's IT news.

August 18, 2022 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

Editor’s note: There is a lot going on in the world of IT, from emerging technologies to digital transformation and new cybersecurity threats. However, we can’t possibly cover it all, so we’ll bring you This Week in IT, a curated summary of IT and enterprise technology stories each week. Windows 11 22H2 Microsoft is reportedly working […]

Use These Windows 11 Onboarding, Test Kits To Make Upgrading Easier

Microsoft has released new Windows 11 onboarding and test kits designed to help IT pros navigate a Windows 11 upgrade.

July 26, 2022 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

In yet another effort to push more users toward Windows 11, Microsoft is releasing two new downloadable onboarding and test kits designed to help organizations plan, deploy, and support a Windows 11 environment as well as labs and evaluation software to help test the new operating system. The new sources from Microsoft include the Windows […]

Use These Windows 11 Simulations to See How it Works Before Upgrading

Microsoft has released a guided, click-through simulations to help end users and IT pros become familiar with Windows 11.

July 22, 2022 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

Ever since Microsoft officially began rolling out Windows 11 last year, upgrading to the Redmond, Wash. IT giant’s newest operating system has become one of the biggest items on any IT pro’s lists. With restrictive hardware requirements, some organizations will be forced to purchase new endpoint devices for their users or upgrade specific components in […]

Blueprint Series: Upgrading to Windows 11

Upgrading end users to Windows 11 could be one of the most challenging tasks IT has to face in the coming years.

June 3, 2022 TechDecisions Staff Leave a Comment

Upgrading end users to Windows 11 could be one of the most challenging tasks IT has to face in the coming years. Although the new version is touted to provide many benefits, including some important security enhancements, when and how to roll out the upgrade will vary significantly by organization.

Most Devices Aren’t Ready for A Windows 11 Upgrade, But You Don’t Need a Full Device Refresh

Fewer than 39% of devices have meet hardware requirements and are ready for Windows 11, which Microsoft deems ready for broad deployment.

May 19, 2022 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

Microsoft now says Windows 11 is ready for all new, compatible PCs to be upgraded to the company’s shiny new version of its longtime Windows operating system, with the OS being recently designated for broad deployment. However, the problem is that most Windows devices just aren’t ready for the Windows 11 migration, according to digital […]

Microsoft Adds Accessibility Features to Windows 11

Microsoft says Windows 11 is the most accessible version of Windows to date, empowering people with disabilities to cross the digital divide at school and work.

May 13, 2022 TD Staff Leave a Comment

Last year, Microsoft announced a commitment to closing the disability divide and to work toward improving educational employment opportunities for people with disabilities around the world. The Windows 11 launch, last fall, included a whole host of accessibility improvements, such as appealing sound schemes, closed caption customizations, and a more responsive and flexible experience for […]

How Microsoft Rolled Out Windows 11 to its Own Employees

Microsoft calls its internal upgrade to Windows 11 its smoothest yet, but some devices still weren't upgraded due to hardware requirements.

April 25, 2022 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

Microsoft made waves last year when it introduced Windows 11, and many organizations are well down the road of upgrading their endpoint devices to Redmond, Wash. IT giant’s next generation operating system. There are several things to know about upgrading to Windows 11, including strict hardware requirements that may prohibit users from enjoying Microsoft’s newest […]

Security, IT Management Highlight New Windows 11 Features

Microsoft is bringing dozens of new IT features to Windows 11 and Windows 365, including new security and new management capabilities.

April 5, 2022 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

Microsoft has unveiled what it has in store for Windows 11 and Windows 365 for commercial customers and IT managers, including new features in security, management, productivity and collaboration. The announcements came during the company’s Windows Powers the Future of Hybrid Work event, one quarter through the first full year of Windows 11, and are largely […]