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technology1 year ago

Windows Server 2025 Auto-Upgrades Spark Confusion and Concern

Microsoft has not yet commented on an issue where Windows Server 2025 was mistakenly installed on some systems due to a labeling error in a security update. The update, labeled as KB5044284, led to unexpected installations when third-party patching software misclassified it. This has caused operational risks and licensing issues for affected administrators. Microsoft has since pulled the update, but a rollback solution remains unavailable, raising concerns about update management and the risks of automatic upgrades.

via The Register|
#it-management#microsoft#security
business2 years ago

IBM Acquires Apptio for $4.6B to Boost Hybrid Cloud Services.

IBM is set to acquire Apptio, a platform that tracks data in hybrid environments, for $4.6 billion in cash. The acquisition will allow IBM to develop and sell solutions to businesses to manage and optimize spend within their IT stacks. Apptio's products cover spend management and planning within hybrid cloud environments, managing spend around public cloud deployments, and modelling bigger projects. The deal will give IBM access to Apptio's 1,500 enterprise customers, including more than half of the Fortune 100, and key integrations and partnerships with Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Salesforce, ServiceNow, Oracle and SAP.

via TechCrunch|
#apptio#business#finops
technology2 years ago

"ChromeOS Boosts Privacy with Camera and Mic Toggles for Chromebooks"

Google is introducing new systemwide camera and microphone access toggles in ChromeOS settings that can instantly block all apps and sites from being able to use them. The new privacy controls cut off the rest of the computer’s access to the hardware, which is a software replacement to the physical camera and mic kill switch. Chromebook manufacturers can simplify the laptop design and use the built-in ChromeOS solution instead. Google is also expanding enterprise and business-oriented security features that include new identity and data control features that help IT departments manage user logins and help keep sensitive information from inadvertently traveling around and outside organizations.

via The Verge|
#chromebook#enterprise-security#google
technology2 years ago

Microsoft Teams Enhances Collaboration and Security with Big Updates.

Microsoft has released a public preview of its updated Teams communication app, which promises to be twice as fast as previous iterations and use less memory and disk space. The new app also offers added support for people collaborating across multiple organizations, including the ability to sign into and receive notifications for multiple accounts simultaneously. The app's new design was informed by user feedback. The public preview release will not include all of the new Teams features, such as third-party apps and advanced meeting capabilities, which will be added later.

via CNET|
#communication-app#data-security#it-management
technology2 years ago

Microsoft Teams Redesign Boosts Speed and Efficiency.

Microsoft has released a public preview of its redesigned Teams communication app, which promises to be twice as fast as previous versions while using 50% less memory and 70% less disk space. The new app also offers added support for users collaborating across multiple organisations, simplified IT management and enhanced data security. The redesign was informed by user feedback, and the app will offer third-party apps, line-of-business apps, advanced calling features and advanced meeting capabilities in future updates.

via CNET|
#communication-app#data-security#it-management