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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
#Grok now has its own #Intune version for #iOS and #iPadOS, making it easier for companies to roll it out and manage it alongside their other work apps.
9to5mac.com
SpaceXAI releases a separate Grok iOS app for enterprise users - 9to5Mac
Back in May, OpenAI released a dedicated version of their mobile app for enterprise. Now SpaceXAI is doing the same...
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Phishing crews are getting crafty by slipping real RMM tools into fake invites and updates. Once someone clicks, they get quiet remote access that blends in with normal IT work.
microsoft.com
Phishing Abuses RMM Tools for Persistent Access | Microsoft Security Blog
Microsoft observed phishing campaigns that abused MSP360 RMM to deploy ScreenConnect, creating redundant remote-access channels for follow-on activity
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
#Intune’s September release focuses on clearer device insights, smoother app update control and stronger tools for regulated environments. Admins gain better visibility, improved Android support and more predictable change management across the service.
techcommunity.microsoft.com
What’s new in Microsoft Intune – September | Microsoft Community Hub
Explore new Intune capabilities for staged rollouts, device troubleshooting, and Android device management.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Windows 11 26H2 brings tighter security with admin protection and built in Sysmon support plus easier app control and stronger driver trust. IT teams also get smoother deployment with Autopilot improvements and clearer search and File Explorer upgrades.
techcommunity.microsoft.com
An IT pro’s guide to Windows 11, version 26H2 - Windows IT Pro Blog
Explore key enhancements and resources to help you plan, validate, and deploy with confidence.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Netherlands is testing its own NixOS based tools to rely less on foreign tech and move away from #Microsoft across government. Early trials are already running.
techradar.com
Dutch Government is the latest to ditch Microsoft — US sanctions push Netherlands towards home-grown NixOS-based software
Netherlands seeking sovereign software options
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
#Microsoft paused the KB5002907 update after it messed with #Office 2016 and 2019 licenses, even uninstalling some setups. They’re digging into it and advising users to reactivate or reinstall.
bleepingcomputer.com
Microsoft pauses KB5002907 update after Office license deactivations
Microsoft has paused the rollout of the KB5002907 Microsoft 365 update after users report that it deactivated, or in some cases completely removed, perpetual Office 2016 and Office 2019 installations.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Microsoft adds MDE #AI agent runtime protection to #Intune, letting you audit unsafe agent actions or block them outright to keep #Windows devices secure across Intune and MDE management.
learn.microsoft.com
What's new in Microsoft Intune - Microsoft Intune
Find out what's new in Microsoft Intune.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
#Intune now pushes Win32 app changes straight to endpoints, letting them check in faster and cut the usual polling delays so deployments feel quicker without changing how admins work
learn.microsoft.com
What's new in Microsoft Intune - Microsoft Intune
Find out what's new in Microsoft Intune.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
#Intune keeps #Apple OS 27 devices ready for work with fresh settings, smoother enrollment, better AppleCare logs and a shift from old MDM stuff to modern DDM.
techcommunity.microsoft.com
Microsoft Intune and Apple OS 27: New settings, support, and platform changes | Microsoft Community Hub
With Apple's release of OS 27, we’ve been working hard to ensure that Microsoft Intune provides support for Apple’s latest operating systems (OS) so that...
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
#Windows’ September update is causing Always On VPN to get stuck when it tries different connection methods. Microsoft suggests picking one protocol for now while they work on a fix.
bleepingcomputer.com
Microsoft: September Windows updates break Always On VPN connections
Microsoft warned that the September 2026 security updates may also break Always On VPN connections on some Windows 11 systems.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
ISOC brings Microsoft #Defender into the agentic era by joining protection and operations so people and agents can work together and react fast to threats for smoother security outcomes.
microsoft.com
Reimagining the SOC for the agentic era in Microsoft Defender | Microsoft Security Blog
We are announcing ISOC in Microsoft Defender: a foundation built for agentic security that brings leading solutions for SIEM and threat protection together.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
#Defender has a new zero day that blocks updates, causing Defender to stay stuck on its current version. Researcher behind it has dropped many similar flaws lately.
bleepingcomputer.com
New Windows Defender zero-day blocks Microsoft antivirus updates
Over the weekend, security researcher Abdelhamid Naceri (also known as Nightmare Eclipse) released another Microsoft Defender zero-day exploit that blocks antivirus updates.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Deployment plans make #Intune-based application rollouts smoother with clear stages and less hassle. The feature is now in public preview so you can start trying it out already.
learn.microsoft.com
Deployment plans and deployments overview in Microsoft Intune - Microsoft Intune
Learn how deployment plans and deployments provide gradual, controlled, ring-based rollouts of apps and policies in Microsoft Intune.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Recovery Remote Management lets IT fix broken Windows devices remotely even when they can’t boot. WinRE runs the plug‑ins, handles the repair and gets the device back online.
learn.microsoft.com
Recovery Remote Management Overview
Learn how Recovery Remote Management extends WinRE so enterprise endpoint management services can remotely recover managed Windows devices at scale.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
#Windows devices now spot compliance changes on their own and ask #Intune for quick updates, so fixes, reports and access decisions move faster without waiting for Intune check ins.
learn.microsoft.com
What's new in Microsoft Intune - Microsoft Intune
Find out what's new in Microsoft Intune.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
#Autopilot device preparation makes #@Windows setup simpler and faster with clearer progress and better reporting. You can move to it in phases and keep older Autopilot flows where needed.
techcommunity.microsoft.com
Moving from Windows Autopilot to Windows Autopilot device preparation | Microsoft Community Hub
By: Maggie Dakeva, Senior Product Manager - Microsoft Intune Organizations have spent years refining Windows Autopilot deployments. Profiles, Enrollment...
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
This #Windows11 update fixes a security issue, Remote Desktop problems, Hyper V quirks and some audio bugs.
support.microsoft.com
September 14, 2026—KB5129195 (OS Builds 26200.9457 and 26100.9457) Out-of-band | Microsoft Support
September 14, 2026—KB5129195 (OS Builds 26200.9457 and 26100.9457) Out-of-band
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
New #Defender zero day dropped again. Nightmare Eclipse shows how fast these bypasses keep coming and why staying ahead of patch cycles really matters. www.theregister.com/security/202...
theregister.com
https://www.theregister.com/security/2026/09/09/serial-microsoft-0-day-hunter-drops-yet-another-defender-exploit/5295335?utm_source=chatgpt.com
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Switzerland is testing #openDesk on thousands of government PCs to see if they can rely less on #Microsoft365. Early results look solid, and the move is all about control, privacy and costs. www.xda-developers.com/as-france-an...
xda-developers.com
As France and China ditch Microsoft, Switzerland joins in by slowly shifting from Microsoft 365
It has become a common trend over the past year.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Windows 11 is getting a bunch of small but actually helpful updates that make everyday use smoother. Cleaner search, better taskbar tweaks, smarter privacy controls and a nicer right‑click menu. Nothing huge, but it all adds up to a nicer feel overall.
neowin.net
Best new and upcoming Windows 11 25H2 and 26H2 features
With version 26H2 on the horizon, take a look at the most exciting new features Microsoft is preparing for Windows 11:
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
N‑able dropped HF3 to fix two major security bugs in N-central. Cloud folks are already patched, but on‑prem users should update right away to stay safe.
documentation.n-able.com
2026.3 HF3 Release Notes
N-central 2026.3 Hotfix 3 – CVE-2026-86206 and CVE-2026-86207
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Azure Virtual Desktop Hybrid is now out. It lets you run your desktops on your own gear while still getting the smooth cloud management experience. Super flexible and easy to adopt.
techcommunity.microsoft.com
Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop Hybrid is now generally available
Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop Hybrid is now generally available, enabling organizations to run session hosts in their own datacenters while managing...
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
#Intune got handy updates this month. Easier Autopilot setup, smoother remote help and better control for Mac apps. Nice mix of time savers for busy admins.
techcommunity.microsoft.com
What’s new in Microsoft Intune – August
Scale endpoint management with phased deployments, stronger onboarding, compliance insights, and security controls.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
#Autopilot pre‑provisioning can stumble in hybrid join when a policy needs to talk to a domain controller and the device has no line of sight.
learn.microsoft.com
Windows Autopilot known issues
Be informed about known issues that might occur during Windows Autopilot deployment.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Stage app and policy rollout gets a big upgrade. Intune will let you roll out apps and policies in controlled rings with clear timing, reusable plans and better progress tracking. Changes stay safer too thanks to built‑in approval flows.
learn.microsoft.com
In development - Microsoft Intune
This article describes Microsoft Intune features that are in development.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
#ConfigurationManager (or #SCCM) update: This one tightens security for SMS Provider and admin service and reminds you to update secondary sites so everything stays in sync.
learn.microsoft.com
Security update for the SMS Provider and administration service - Configuration Manager
Security update for the SMS Provider and administration service
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Still using GPOs? Cloud move on the radar? #Intune makes policy work smoother when you rethink old GPOs, start fresh where you can and shift things in stages. Keep it simple and cloud first. techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/intunec...
techcommunity.microsoft.com
From GPO to Microsoft Intune: A practical guide to cloud-first policy management | Microsoft Community Hub
By: Per Larsen - Senior Product Manager | Microsoft Intune For many organizations, Group Policy Objects (GPOs) remain an important part of Windows...
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
#Intune’s latest release is out and packed with good stuff. New unattended Remote Help for Windows, fresh protected apps, tighter Android controls and updated Apple DDM support. Solid improvements all around for daily admin work. learn.microsoft.com/th-th/intune...
learn.microsoft.com
What's new in Microsoft Intune - Microsoft Intune
Find out what's new in Microsoft Intune.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Microsoft seems to slip invisible IDs into AI images made in Paint and Photos. A researcher says the apps add hidden markers tied to prompts, raising questions about privacy and how these images can be traced.
neowin.net
Microsoft hides watermarks in AI images made with Paint and Photos, researcher claims
A security researcher recently uncovered that Microsoft embeds hidden identifiers into images created by Copilot in Paint and the Photos app.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Security baseline 151 brings tighter isolation, stronger sandboxing and better protection for #Edge while keeping things smooth for everyday use. Nice mix of safety and practicality.
techcommunity.microsoft.com
Security baseline for Microsoft Edge version 151 | Microsoft Community Hub
We are pleased to announce the enterprise-ready release of the security baseline for Microsoft Edge version 151! We have reviewed the settings in...
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
#RemoteHelp on #Windows gets a big boost. You can jump into a Windows endpoint with your own creds even when no one is there. Super useful for late fixes and remote sites. Clean session isolation and strong security make this a seriously solid feature.
techcommunity.microsoft.com
Remote Help on Windows: Unattended Support with Remote Sign-In Is Here | Microsoft Community Hub
By: Rodolfo Bermudez | Sr. Product Manager & Kara Wang | Product Manager 2 - Microsoft Intune Helpdesk teams have long asked for a way to remotely...
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Managed Home Screen had a glitch that cleared the exit PIN on some Android devices. The fix is out but you need to update your policy and set a new PIN. After saving it will sync to devices and the new code lets you leave kiosk mode again.
techcommunity.microsoft.com
Support tip: Restore the Managed Home Screen Exit PIN | Microsoft Community Hub
We identified and resolved a recent issue (IT1450132) that could cause the configured Managed Home Screen exit PIN to be removed from some existing Android...
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Windows #TaskManager now shows clear info on how apps use NPU and GPU for AI tasks which helps you spot issues and understand performance and battery impact in a simple way. techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/windows...
techcommunity.microsoft.com
Task Manager features for visibility into AI workloads - Windows IT Pro Blog
Discover real-time NPU and GPU neural engine tracking in Task Manager on newer Windows 11 devices.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
#Intune keeps #Agent365 in line with your device policies. It makes sure agents run on healthy and compliant devices, helps block unsanctioned AI tools and ties agent actions to the security rules you already use.
learn.microsoft.com
How does Microsoft Intune support Agent 365?
Learn how Microsoft Intune helps manage and secure Agent 365 agents through device management and security policies.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
#Microsoft’s #Defender update seems to have messed up virus scans. Quick, full and offline scans fail, but rolling back fixes things. Hoping Microsoft sorts this out soon.
neowin.net
Microsoft totally breaks Windows Defender virus scans in trying to fix a 0-day flaw
Windows Defender can't finish quick virus scans, full scans, or even offline scans, according to many reports online. Here's what could be happening.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
#WMIC is finally deprecated. Microsoft is tightening security and pushing everyone toward modern tools like PowerShell while keeping WMI itself untouched.
bleepingcomputer.com
Microsoft starts removing WMIC tool used by cybercriminals
Microsoft announced that it removed the Windows Management Instrumentation Command-line (WMIC) tool from Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2, as well as from Windows 11 beta builds released this week.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
#DeliveryOptimization helps #Windows pull updates smarter by using nearby devices instead of always hitting the internet. With a few tweaks 👇 you cut bandwidth use, speed up big update waves and keep things running smoother across your network.
techcommunity.microsoft.com
Configure Delivery Optimization for Windows to save bandwidth and speed up deployments | Microsoft Community Hub
Delivery Optimization is built into Windows and can help reduce bandwidth usage during app and update deployments. Instead of downloading content from the...
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
#GitHub is down and having a rough day. Lots of core features are throwing errors and downloads fail. No cause shared yet but fixes are underway.
bleepingcomputer.com
Microsoft confirms GitHub is down worldwide
GitHub is down for some users as a widespread outage is causing errors across the website, API, Actions, Pull Requests, and several other services.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
#Microsoft is looking into a #Defender issue called #ShieldBreak. It can give extra rights if exploited. Fix is coming and details will be updated once the patch is ready.
msrc.microsoft.com
Security Update Guide - Microsoft Security Response Center
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
#Windows11 update makes things feel smoother with quicker start, snappier explorer and better performance on low memory devices. Nice little boost for everyday use.
windowscentral.com
Windows 11 KB5101684 makes PCs with low RAM faster and more reliable, Microsoft confirms
Windows 11 is getting more reliability and performance upgrades with its latest update, which will benefit PCs with low amounts of system memory.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
#Intune now integrates with Samsung Knox E FOTA so you can manage firmware updates for company devices in one place. You set up the connector, push the needed apps, register devices and run update campaigns with simple controls.
learn.microsoft.com
Integrate Samsung Knox E-FOTA with Microsoft Intune - Microsoft Intune
Learn how to integrate Samsung Knox E-FOTA with Microsoft Intune to register Samsung devices, configure firmware updates, and monitor campaigns.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Microsoft accidentally pushed the new OneDrive Photos app to almost everyone, even places it shouldn’t. It’s stuck for now, but a fix is coming so you can remove it without breaking anything.
windowslatest.com
Microsoft confirms it accidentally installed new OneDrive app on Windows 11 PCs, and there's no easy way to remove it yet
Microsoft told Windows Latest that it accidentally shipped the AI-powered OneDrive Photos app on Windows 11 more broadly than it should have, which explains why enterprise PCs, where the app doesn’t…
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
N-central had a security issue that attackers used so they pushed a hotfix and urges everyone on older versions to update right away to stay protected.
n-able.com
N-central Security Update – August 2, 2026 - N-able
Yesterday, N‑able posted an advisory to our Uptime Page regarding exploitation against our N‑central platform in response to a security issue affecting customers running versions of N‑central prior…
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
New in #Intune 📢 Sync visibility gets a real upgrade, macOS compliance becomes fully customizable and Samsung firmware control lands in Intune. Autopilot prep simplifies onboarding. Solid quality updates that make daily admin work more predictable.
techcommunity.microsoft.com
What’s new in Microsoft Intune – July
See what's new in Intune, including agent security baselines, custom macOS compliance, and Samsung firmware controls.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Registry inventory is finally coming into #Intune. You can collect and check registry keys straight from device inventory which makes it easier to see real settings and troubleshoot. Super handy for keeping Windows devices in good shape.
techcommunity.microsoft.com
Registry Inventory in Microsoft Intune: Verifying What’s on Your Devices | Microsoft Community Hub
By: Madison Cooks, Product Manager | Microsoft Intune IT admins need a reliable way to confirm how Windows devices are configured, especially when...
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Microsoft is adding more details to Microsoft 365 profile cards, so admins need to check their privacy settings before August 2026. May be a pretty significant issue for certain orgs using #M365.
neowin.net
Microsoft 365 profile cards are getting a "major change", some IT admins should take action
A major Microsoft 365 change is coming soon, and organizations that ignore it could end up exposing more information than they intended.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
#Windows11 gets a nice boost this fall 👇 *Taskbar finally moves again, *Start menu gets more control and cleaner sections, and *Search feels way more focused. Nothing wild, just solid fixes that make everyday use smoother.
windowscentral.com
Windows 11’s 2026 update arrives this fall with major Start, Taskbar, and Search upgrades — here’s what we know so far
Windows 11’s big 2026 update, arriving this fall as version 26H2, brings a wide range of improvements across Start, Taskbar, Search, File Explorer, Widgets, accessibility, and system recovery.…
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Admins can now auto accept SSO prompts on managed Windows devices. It gives companies a simple way to control sign in behavior and keep things smooth for users.
techcommunity.microsoft.com
Now available: Admin control for SSO prompts in Windows
A new Windows policy lets IT admins automatically accept SSO permissions.
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
#Windows11 gets a new preview, #Windows365 gets smarter, security tightens and a bunch of small quality updates land to make everyday use smoother and easier.
techcommunity.microsoft.com
Windows news you can use: June 2026 - Windows IT Pro Blog
Get the latest Windows updates for IT admins: Windows 11 26H2, Secure Boot guidance, Intune app management, Windows 365, Windows Server, AI agents, and...
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Teemu Tiainen @teemutiainen.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
#Entra Backup and Recovery is now live and helps keep identity setups safe by backing up key data daily and making it easy to spot changes and restore things fast when needed.
techcommunity.microsoft.com
Microsoft Entra Backup and Recovery is now generally available | Microsoft Community Hub
Move from point-in-time restore to a full tenant recoverability strategy with Microsoft Entra Backup and Recovery, included in Entra P1 and P2.
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