Tag: Microsoft

Microsoft introduces Windows 365 as a cloud-based PC service

Announced at Microsoft Ignite, Windows 365 is a new service that places the operating system in the cloud to businesses have access anywhere.

Microsoft’s acquisition of RiskIQ helps beef up its security portfolio

RiskIQ, a startup based in San Francisco that specialises in threat intelligence has been acquired by Microsoft for an undisclosed amount.

In Windows 11 the Blue Screen of Death is now Black

In the first Insider preview for Windows 11, a YouTuber has noticed that the Blue Screen has been replaced by a new colour.

htxt.africast – The Dawn of Windows 11

After torrential leaks, Microsoft has announced Windows 11. Let’s talk about it the company’s latest OS in this edition of the africast.

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Microsoft reveals significant Store policy change for app developers

The policy change will see Microsoft let app developers keep 100 percent of revenue if they use their own or third-party payment platforms.

The five most important announcements from the Windows 11 event

Despite running into some technical difficulties, the Windows 11 event was chock full of announcements. These are the five most important.

You have until 6th July to get a full refund on Cyberpunk 2077 for Xbox

After 6th July, Microsoft says normal refund policies will apply to Cyberpunk 2077, with CDPR still working on improving its performance.

A leaked version of Windows 11 has all but confirmed a new OS

A leaked version of what appears to be Windows 11 has appeared online.

Standard Bank & Microsoft’s African Digital Foundry to develop locally relevant solutions

The pair have announced a deepening of collaborative efforts, with the African Digital Foundry focused on delivering local solutions.

Windows 10 has four more years before it’s retired

Just 10 years after its launch, Windows 10 will meet its end of life.

Microsoft continues cloud push as Xbox Game Pass set for more screens this year

It looks like the cloud is a key strategy for Microsoft’s gaming ambitions with Game Pass set to land on more screens later this year.

htxt.africast – Our E3 2021 wishlist

In this week’s africast we look at what may be at E3, and what we want to see.

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We could see Microsoft unveil Windows 11 on 24th June

Could we be readying too much into this? Definitely, but we’re also keen to see Microsoft unveil Windows 11 and give the OS a refresh.

Microsoft Surface notebooks are great for businesses says Tarsus

Microsoft Surface notebooks combined with the power of Windows makes it easier for businesses to deploy and manage their IT infrastructure.

Microsoft CEO teases “significant” updates for Windows

At Build 2021, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella spoke about the “next generation of Windows” and he has our full attention.

Microsoft pulls the plug on Windows 10X

Initially designed for new form factors and planned for release later this year, Microsoft has decided to bring an end to Windows 10X.

Standard Bank’s data science efforts recognised by Microsoft

Using artificial intelligence and machine learning together with its data, Standard Bank has developed a model that can predict when a customer is going to cancel their insurance policy.

Windows 10 taskbar is getting news and weather info

Users can toggle the function on and off.