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In a blog post, Microsoft has gone into great detail about the feature. In summary, Hot Reload gives developers on .NET and native C++ apps the ability to boost productivity during the build process of their applications. In terms of code, the new Hot Reload, it can work alongside the existing XAML Hot Reload feature. Furthermore, it also works in unison with debugger capabilities like breakpoints that are already part of Visual Studio 2022 Preview....

These capabilities include non-traditional devices that aren’t connected to the business’ domain. In the case of personal devices used for business, admins can enforce policies without any infrastructure or MDM services. Instead, policies are assigned via Azure Active Directory and implemented when users log in to their Office 365 ProPlus account. Microsoft is touting the following features: “Build a policy configuration that includes the policies you want to enforce, configured as needed for your organization’s needs....

ONNX Runtime is a high-performance inference engine for machine learning creations across Windows, Linux, and Mac. Developers can use the service to train AI models in any framework and turn these models to production in the cloud and edge. Open Neural Network Exchange (ONNX) creates a standard open platform for AI models that will work across frameworks. Its main features include: “Framework interoperability: Developers can more easily move between frameworks and use the best tool for the task at hand....

It is worth noting the latest version of Microsoft Defender ATP is only available to users running macOS 10.15.4 or newer. Another notable detail is that the new feature will not begin rolling out to the platform until next month. In terms of the new Network Protection tools, Microsoft says users will now have added mitigation against attacks. Specifically, the new feature will reduce attack surfaces when internet-based hacks occur....

German IT firm AV-TEST compared 20 different anti-virus tools, including some of the biggest names on the market. As has happened in previous tests, Microsoft Defender continues to score high marks in the test. “During November and December 2021 we continuously evaluated 20 home user security products using their default settings. We always used the most current publicly-available version of all products for the testing. They were allowed to update themselves at any time and query their in-the-cloud services....

As Patch Tuesday roll outs are for all supported Windows platforms, the issues affect Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 7. As usual, Microsoft has released documentation describing the known issues affecting Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10. The company has also offered some details workarounds for users experiencing problems: Known Issue: After installing this update, Internet Explorer may fail to load images with a backslash () in their relative source path....

Microsoft’s browser is now available on mobile, macOS, and Linux and Windows versions 10, 7, 8, 8.1. As Microsoft continues to expand Edge to more users, there are other horizons to cross. No, that does not mean Chromebooks, at least not yet. But it does mean Apple’s new M1 chip. This is the silicon that launched in Apple’s first ever ARM MacBook’s earlier this month. M1 is receiving rave reviews for performance and battery, and the new generation of MacBook’s are expected to be successful....

Microsoft Edge has already tested these features through its Beta experience on iOS. Now the features are all ready to roll out to general users. One of the new additions to the app is protected organizational websites for users singing in through work or school Microsoft Accounts. Users can now also sync notes jotted with Windows Ink on their PC to Microsoft Edge on iOS. In terms of books, Microsoft has made ebook tools more robust....

To facilitate the new form factor, Microsoft Edge engineers have proposed a new web concept. By mixing existing and new APIs, the team envisions how browsing will differ on a folding screen. Of course, the core difference in a folding device is it can be a dual-screened product or a single pane tablet. Microsoft says internal tests are underway for creating a unique user experience for folding screen tech. Available as a GitHub project, the Microsoft Edge team explains what issues current folding screen tech (think the Samsung Galaxy Fold) have:...

“When collecting data from multiple workbooks, it’s often desirable to link directly to the data. Why? It provides a record of where the data was sourced and, if the data changes, you can easily refresh it. This has made Workbook Link support a highly requested feature for our web users.” Until this release, users would need to access the Microsoft Excel app on desktop (Windows or Mac) to link workbooks....

Assumedly, they’ll include those Microsoft announced last month, such as the ability to take actions on stored data, classification tools, regulatory compliance guides, and easier terms of use consent. Microsoft will improve the resources via user feedback, but it also agrees to follow the rules itself. It has 1,600 engineers working on GDPR, and plans to extend the rights to its customers regardless of their location. “We believe privacy is a fundamental human right,” said Microsoft deputy general counsel Julie Brill....

Of course, Microsoft says the information it takes is necessary for Windows 10 to be a stable platform. Maybe, but it’s reasonable to say the company has never quite perfected the diagnostics and telemetry system. For enterprise customers, Microsoft wants to expand the number of options available for managing diagnostics. Currently, there are two options available. Firstly, organizations could choose to allow Microsoft to control all aspects of telemetry. This would give Microsoft free reign to collect whatever data it wanted....

The Meltdown and Spectre CPU flaw affects hundreds of millions of devices. Whenever a command is executed, the CPU gives system control to the kernel. The kernel then stays locked into the virtual memory address of all processes. This happens in order to make systems more efficient and deliver better performance. Microsoft says it has not been subjected to any attempt to exploit this flaw, but the company quickly started mitigating it....

It is worth noting this date is for free support, with organizations able to pay for security updates thereafter. Microsoft says it needed to make the adjustment “after investigating and analyzing the deployment state of an extensive number of Exchange customers.” We also know that some of you are in the midst of upgrades to a newer version of Exchange Server on-premises, or more transformative migrations to the cloud with Office 365 and Exchange Online....

Starting with the Server and Domain Controller problem, Microsoft says Windows 10 and Windows 11 are experiencing issues with Kerberos authentication. In its post, the company points to the following symptoms: “Domain user sign in might fail. This also might affect Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS) authentication. Group Managed Service Accounts (gMSA) used for services such as Internet Information Services (IIS Web Server) might fail to authenticate. Remote Desktop connections using domain users might fail to connect....

As spotted by Windows Latest, this patent was filed by Microsoft in October 2015 but wasn’t published until January 29, 2019. It suggests the use of RF antennas to enable mode switching and could be an idea for Microsoft’s long-rumored Andromeda Surface device. However, in most cases, the thickness of a three-mode foldable wouldn’t be very practical. The patent depicts three thick screens on top of each other, which isn’t going to be comfortable for anyone to hold....

Airband was formed in 2017 as an ambitious effort to bring internet to half a million underserved people in the United States. To do so, the company is making use of a variety of technologies, including TV white spaces. These frequencies have been assigned to television broadcast but are going unused, and can instead be used to provide broadband. Microsoft’s goal is to provide three million users with broadband speeds by 2022, but its data suggests up to 157....

To achieve this, Microsoft is leveraging the power of artificial intelligence through Graph. The new personalized search is integrated into Office Delve and makes it easier for users to find content. AI from Graph helps guide users to files, websites, media, and more with Office 365. Microsoft says this implementation is necessary to keep up with Office 365 growth: “Office 365 is growing from a usage and storage perspective,” the company points out....

Azure Percept Microsoft has been increasing interest in edge computing in recent years and has now launched Azure Percept. Available in public preview, the service leverages machine learning to provide IT developers with tools for using Azure AI technologies in edge scenarios. According to Microsoft, Azure Percept provides an end-to-end system that functions from hardware to machine learning. Importantly, developers do not need deep technical skills to tap into the service....

This is also the company continuing to finalize the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update ahead of its launch. If you remember, the company is expected to roll out the FCU to PC on October 17. With that in mind, this latest preview (Build 16288) is Version 1709, which is the official number of the FCU. It is worth noting that the company specifically says this is not the finalized FCU build....