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May 09, 2018 09 May'18
Citrix Workspace app holds potential, raises questions

At Synergy 2018, Citrix introduced a new secure digital workspace that provides users unified access to their virtual desktops and applications, SaaS and mobile apps, and data.
April 25, 2018 25 Apr'18
Skippy Shows Off Lean Win10 Edition

The Windows Insider Skip Ahead Preview, aka Skippy Shows Off Lean Win10 Edition as a new SKU pops up in Build 17650.
April 25, 2018 25 Apr'18
Windows application management software comes to IT's aid

Application management software is a necessity for organizational continuity and security. Without any such software, absent patches threaten end users' applications.
April 23, 2018 23 Apr'18
Build 1803 Equals April Update

Based on the content of the Edge Welcome screen in Build 17134, it seems pretty safe to proclaim that Build 1803 Equals April Update.
April 18, 2018 18 Apr'18
Workflow automation software improves LA court productivity

Court's in session, and the jury is unanimous: Automation software can help IT departments provide simpler workflows for end users on both desktops and mobile devices.
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April 17, 2018 17 Apr'18
Windows Server 2019 RDSH is a go

After some confusing messaging about whether Remote Desktop Session Host would be in Windows Server 2019, Microsoft said the role will in fact be coming to the preview and official release.
April 02, 2018 02 Apr'18
Myerson's Farewell Reveals Interesting Win10 Stats

Myerson's farewell reveals interesting Win10 stats -- specifically that the total number of Win10 users is closing in on 700M with 15M members in the Windows Insider program.
March 28, 2018 28 Mar'18
Microsoft Edge web browser has a long way to go against Chrome

Recent updates to Chrome continue to increase its viability for business users, which could make it difficult for Microsoft's Edge web browser to take over shares of Google's in the enterprise.
March 27, 2018 27 Mar'18
AI tools fall into the hands of end users

Machine learning capabilities have made applications smarter, but IT pros are still in the early days of learning AI skills. Luckily, some tools only require the knowledge of an end user.
March 21, 2018 21 Mar'18
VMware Workspace One gets intelligent

Several VMware Workspace One features announced at VMworld 2017, including Workspace One Intelligence and Mobile Flows, are now generally available.
March 19, 2018 19 Mar'18
Logon times play key role in virtual desktop UX monitoring

Overly long logon times for virtual desktops and applications can lead to major losses in user productivity that costs organizations real money. Learn how IT can improve VDI performance using ...
February 12, 2018 12 Feb'18
No Win10 Means No Office 2019

MS has laid down the law: no Win10 means no Office 2019. If you don't get on the Win10 bandwagon, you can't stay on the Office 365 one, either.
February 07, 2018 07 Feb'18
Windows 10 Gets S Modes

In a surprising twist, Microsoft does away with standalone Windows 10 S. Instead, Windows 10 gets S Modes for most consumer (and Education) versions.
February 02, 2018 02 Feb'18
Windows 10 Count Finally Exceeds Windows 7

According to several sources now, the Windows 10 count finally exceeds Windows 7 from both USA and global perspectives.
February 02, 2018 02 Feb'18
Microsoft Office 2019 release will force IT to migrate to Windows 10

If you're not yet on Windows 10, news about the upcoming Microsoft Office 2019 release may force your hand. Plus, the company could go all in on Office 365.
January 31, 2018 31 Jan'18
Announcing the winners of the Access Innovation Awards

These award-winning projects demonstrate how organizations that embrace endpoint diversity, cloud computing and user experience-focused strategies can transform existing end-user processes.
January 30, 2018 30 Jan'18
Access Innovation Awards recognize desktop transformation

The Access Innovation Awards highlight two creative and successful end-user computing projects. One of these IT initiatives dove headfirst into cloud with a migration of physical and virtual desktops to desktop as a service, all while monitoring ...
January 05, 2018 05 Jan'18
KB4056892 Fixes Critical Win10 Security Bugs

Because KB4056892 fixes critical Win10 security bugs, admins and deployment teams should get this one out to all Win10 PCs ASAP.
December 29, 2017 29 Dec'17
Windows 10 for 2017

As Dickens said: "It was the best of times; it was the worst of times." Windows 10 for 2017 was surely a mixed bag.
December 06, 2017 06 Dec'17
Insider Preview Gets Flight Hub

To provide more information about the program and its releases, Windows 10 Insider Preview gets Flight Hub website.
November 15, 2017 15 Nov'17
Top five Windows 10 migration fears

A Windows 10 migration can set IT pros shaking in their boots, especially because the transition often comes with hang-ups around compatibility, hardware updates and more.
November 14, 2017 14 Nov'17
End-user monitoring gets a leg up with AI, analytics

IT pros have their hands full when it comes to monitoring applications and infrastructure performance. Analytics and AI are beefing up EUC monitoring tools to make it easier.
November 08, 2017 08 Nov'17
Win10 Desktop Marketshare Nov17

In looking at Win10 Desktop Marketshare Nov17 I see two things: 1. Netmarketshare appears to under-report Win10 numbers, and 2. Win10 should pass Win7 very soon.
November 02, 2017 02 Nov'17
GDPR requirements put end-user data in the spotlight

End-user computing technologies can help IT with General Data Protection Regulation compliance, but they aren't up to snuff when it comes to inventorying data.
October 25, 2017 25 Oct'17
Apple DEP faces new device provisioning competition

The Apple Device Enrollment Program is well-established, and now, Microsoft and Google have their own zero-touch device provisioning services for Android and Windows.
October 24, 2017 24 Oct'17
Jamf Pro 10 self-service features entice Apple admins

The new version of the Jamf Pro management software, out next week, features an overhauled user interface, more automation and advanced security capabilities.
October 23, 2017 23 Oct'17
MobileIron, VMware can help IT manage Macs in the enterprise

Macs are gradually making their way into traditional organizations, so IT professionals are now looking for improved Mac management capabilities.
October 18, 2017 18 Oct'17
End-user security requires a shift in corporate culture

It's important for everyone in a company to take security seriously, including end users. A big part of that is training.
October 11, 2017 11 Oct'17
Dropped Drive Drops Access

When an mSATA SSD in a small USB 3 enclosure accidentally hits the floor, I learn that a dropped drive drops access, too.
October 06, 2017 06 Oct'17
Win10 Usage Approaches Win7 Levels

Various sources that document OS choices for Internet users indicate that Win10 usage approaches Win7 levels.
September 13, 2017 13 Sep'17
Insider Preview 16288 Failing More Than Succeeding

As I write this post, some 9 of 10 Insider Preview installs are failing. Thus my status report: Insider Preview 16288 failing more than succeeding.
September 12, 2017 12 Sep'17
IT pros share their Windows 10 deployment trials and triumphs

Real Windows 10 adopters dish on the ups and downs of migrating to the OS, including struggles with automatic updates and the strong security benefits.
September 11, 2017 11 Sep'17
German Court Case Foils Aggressive MS Updates

A German Court Case foils aggressive MS updates as the company volunteers not to pre-stage update files without informing users and asking for permission.
September 06, 2017 06 Sep'17
Endpoint security threats force Windows to adapt

Windows 10 micro-virtualization aims to protect against emerging threats. Microsoft's partner in this initiative, Bromium, says Windows remains IT's biggest security challenge.
September 05, 2017 05 Sep'17
Win10 Fall Creators Update Hits October 17

Last Thursday, Microsoft Executive VP Terry Myerson made it official in the Windows Blog: the Win10 Fall Creators Update Hits October 17.
August 31, 2017 31 Aug'17
VMware unified endpoint management must improve UX, GM says

UEM has limited benefits if it doesn't help users do their jobs. VMware general manager Noah Wasmer discusses Workspace One's role in doing just that.
August 29, 2017 29 Aug'17
VMware Workspace One Intelligence automates IT decision-making

VMware and Citrix are head-to-head in their efforts to provide IT with data analytics and automatic troubleshooting. VMware steps into the ring with Workspace One Intelligence.
August 15, 2017 15 Aug'17
PC market decline coming to an end

The PC market decline has encouraged vendors to innovate in order to survive. With this and several other factors, the decline is set to see a marked slowdown.
August 15, 2017 15 Aug'17
Ed Bott Issues Win10 Report Card

As Ed Bott issues Win10 report card at ZDnet, he hands out a mix of high and low marks. While there's plenty to like, there are also some things to decry.
August 08, 2017 08 Aug'17
Hackers are coming: How IT can learn from the HBO ransomware attack

The internet is dark and full of terrors. With the HBO ransomware attack threatening to spill sensitive corporate data, IT departments must act to shield their companies.
August 04, 2017 04 Aug'17
Continue on PC, Timeline features raise Windows 10 security concerns

New features in the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update link PCs and smartphones, making users more productive. But they present some security issues for IT to worry about.
August 03, 2017 03 Aug'17
AI innovations are nothing for EUC IT pros to be scared of

IT experts are not scared of AI tools taking their jobs but believe it will help make their roles easier. AI is capable of things humans aren't, such as organizing data.
July 31, 2017 31 Jul'17
IT eschews these three Windows 10 features

IT professionals and consultants share a few features in Windows 10 that aren't all that useful in the enterprise. Plus, some organizations shy away from universal apps.
July 28, 2017 28 Jul'17
New Microsoft fuzz testing service brings AI, automation to developers

Microsoft Security Risk Detection automatically tests application code for errors and vulnerabilities so developers can fix issues within an app before releasing it to users.
July 25, 2017 25 Jul'17
G Suite feature for whitelisting apps helps IT protect data

Google G Suite and other cloud services use app whitelisting to prevent untrusted third-party applications from accessing and exposing critical data.
July 14, 2017 14 Jul'17
Free Microsoft Press eBooks July 2017

The list of free Microsoft Press eBooks July 2017 is truly staggering in its size (252 titles) and range of coverage (17 topic categories). Check it out!
July 14, 2017 14 Jul'17
AI capabilities benefit IT through data management and automation

Software vendors add useful AI features to their biggest products, showing that the emerging technology is something to pay attention to, as it will change the way we work.
July 06, 2017 06 Jul'17
Windows 10 enterprise adoption faces legacy app roadblocks

Windows 10 turns two this month, but most organizations forgo its security enhancements and stick with Windows 7 because of legacy app incompatibility or resistance to change.
July 03, 2017 03 Jul'17
MS Gives Fall Creators Update 1709 Label

In a June 30 document from the Windows IT Center, MS Gives Fall Creators Update 1709 Label, thereby pegging the next Win10 release to September 2017.
June 21, 2017 21 Jun'17
Multifactor authentication systems require IT balancing act

IT faces a tricky situation when it comes to multifactor authentication. Users often disapprove of multiple security layers, but there are some ways to split the difference.
June 19, 2017 19 Jun'17
Microsoft Office 365 services stand in the way of Google's business push

Google has been working to appeal more to businesses, but it may not be able to crack Microsoft's armor. Google has improved its G Suite enterprise apps over the past two years and in May added ...
June 19, 2017 19 Jun'17
Google Chrome Enterprise Bundle pulls IT away from the Edge

The Chrome Enterprise Bundle helps IT manage the most popular browser in the consumer market, giving organizations a reason to move away from Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer.
June 19, 2017 19 Jun'17
Remote application delivery overhaul reins in university's sprawl

So many applications, so little time. That's what one university was facing when it decided to revamp its entire physical and virtual desktop computing environment.
June 07, 2017 07 Jun'17
New edition of Windows 10 to take on big data

Microsoft revealed plans to release a new edition of Windows 10 that can optimize PCs to deal with intensive data workloads. That could be a big help to companies that rely on machine learning data and more.
June 05, 2017 05 Jun'17
MS Leaks MORE Win10 Versions?

An accidental release of Build 16212 turns up compelling evidence of more Win10 versions possibly in the offing for the next major release.
June 05, 2017 05 Jun'17
IT muses pros and cons of unified endpoint management

IT can control any enterprise device from one main console with unified endpoint management. This option has become grown appealing to businesses using Windows 10. In a session at the Boston VMware ...
May 23, 2017 23 May'17
Citrix Analytics Service targets IT security market with AI

IT pros need more visibility into what users are doing, and Citrix's new analytics service aims to provide just that.
May 23, 2017 23 May'17
Citrix Workspace brings contextual computing to application access

The new Citrix Workspace will give users access to apps -- and let IT enforce policies -- based on their device type, network, location and other factors.
May 11, 2017 11 May'17
Windows 10 Fall Creators Update loaded with cross-platform features

New features in the upcoming Windows 10 Fall Creators Update, announced this week at Microsoft Build, will help developers to create more consistent cross-platform apps and users to work better between different devices.
May 11, 2017 11 May'17
Microsoft bets big on AI data with new developer, user features

Businesses that want to use machine learning to glean more data from end-user apps can benefit from new AI capabilities in Microsoft developer tools. Plus, Office gets an AI upgrade.
May 10, 2017 10 May'17
Intel AMT Exploit Needs Attention

Security researchers have discovered that an Intel AMT exploit needs attention for Intel PCs running firmware versions 6.x through 10.x, plus 11.0, 11.5 and 11.6.
May 09, 2017 09 May'17
IT looks beyond cost for EUC technology ROI

Evaluating the ROI of technologies such as EMM and VDI is not as straightforward as one might think. Businesses must forget about cost savings and consider other factors.
May 01, 2017 01 May'17
Windows 10 Cloud OS has steep hill to climb

IT experts are skeptical that Microsoft can deliver a quality OS in Windows 10 Cloud, which the company is expected to announce this week along with a new, low-end PC.
April 27, 2017 27 Apr'17
Changes to Microsoft Office licenses rub IT the wrong way

Business versions of Skype, OneDrive and Outlook won't be part of on-premises Microsoft Office licenses, leaving those shops looking for alternatives.
April 27, 2017 27 Apr'17
Citrix CEO talks H-1B visas, other Trump proposals

As President Donald Trump's administration considers changes to tax, healthcare and immigration laws, large technology companies are primed to feel some of the biggest effects. The CEO of one such ...
April 17, 2017 17 Apr'17
Windows 10 Creators Update features fall short for IT

IT pros hoped for more advanced security tools and other new Windows 10 Creators Update features, but they were underwhelmed by what they actually received.
April 14, 2017 14 Apr'17
So Long Windows Vista

On April 11, Windows Vista's status changed to end-of-life, as extended support ended at MS. Thus, it's time to say "So long Windows Vista!"
April 10, 2017 10 Apr'17
Microsoft, Google vie to be masters of the universal OS

Developers and IT admins have to manage and build apps for a multitude of different operating systems and device types. Windows 10 and Google's universal OS could change that.
March 29, 2017 29 Mar'17
Content tracking, analytics hold the key to endpoint data protection

Datacastle CEO Ron Faith points out what some businesses are doing wrong when it comes to handling data, and what they should do differently to track and back up endpoints.
March 29, 2017 29 Mar'17
Apple device management finds niche despite UEM trend, Jamf CEO says

Dean Hager, CEO of Apple device management vendor Jamf, discusses the pros and cons of his company's iOS- and macOS-focused approach to enterprise mobility.
March 15, 2017 15 Mar'17
Windows 10 patch management comes to EMM in VMware AirWatch 9.1

Ideally, businesses can take a unified endpoint management approach to managing their mobile devices and PCs with one platform. AirWatch 9.1 moves closer to that goal.
March 10, 2017 10 Mar'17
Three factors that should drive your new end-user computing strategy

End-user computing continues to bring major changes, including device convergence and device as a service. It also leads to users demanding device- and OS-agnostic apps.
March 10, 2017 10 Mar'17
Surface Pro 4 2-in-1 leads the PC replacement pack

Microsoft's Surface Pro 4 2-in-1 is a more likely PC replacement than Apple's iPad Pro, thanks to Windows 10 and its Continuum feature. The tech industry continues to search for a device that ...
March 08, 2017 08 Mar'17
Windows 10 migration plans hit a wall

Microsoft's free Windows 10 upgrade offer boosted adoption last year. But now, without that incentive, businesses are holding onto Windows 7 for as long as they can.
March 08, 2017 08 Mar'17
AMD and ARM Deliver 1-2 Punch to Intel

With other market players revving up their Windows compatibility and performance, AMD and ARM deliver 1-2 punch to Intel. How will it fight back?
March 03, 2017 03 Mar'17
MS Status on UUP as Creator's Update Nears

In a recent Windows 10 blog post, MS Status on UUP is explored and explained. While the report is mostly positive, it does omit recent bumps and wobbles.
February 27, 2017 27 Feb'17
New tool translates Windows 10 Group Policy Objects into MDM policies

It can be taxing to match Group Policy Objects to their corresponding MDM policies. A migration tool coming in Windows 10 aims to help companies adopt a new way to manage PCs.
February 17, 2017 17 Feb'17
New Windows 10 insider program coming for businesses

Microsoft's upcoming Windows Insider Program for Businesses will cater to IT professionals. Through the program, nicknamed WIP4Biz, IT admins will be able to test new Windows 10 features with their ...
February 15, 2017 15 Feb'17
Anti-phishing training videos take users off the hook

Email phishing attacks against high-level executives increased at Tri-Counties Regional Center last year. To combat and boost awareness of the problem, CIO Dominic Namnath turned to user training ...
February 09, 2017 09 Feb'17
Microsoft Edge security updates target Windows 10 web-based attacks

Microsoft will improve Edge browser security to ward off cross-site scripting and content-injection web-based attacks. Content Security Policy Level 2 support is coming in April.
January 27, 2017 27 Jan'17
Cloud Shell Rumors Hint Thin Client Model for Windows

Cloud Shell rumors hint thin client model for Windows 10 successor to run on all kinds of devices may be in the offing for later in 2017.
January 23, 2017 23 Jan'17
Windows 7 Support Ends 1/14/2020

Last week MS Germany reminded customers that Windows 7 support ends 1/14/2020, and gave them security and cost reasons to upgrade from that aging OS.
January 23, 2017 23 Jan'17
IT pros applaud new Windows 10 privacy controls

The Windows 10 Creators Update will provide new settings for users and IT admins to control more of the data the operating system collects and sends back to Microsoft.
January 20, 2017 20 Jan'17
CSM Subscribers Get Free Upgrades

MS announces that CSM Subscribers Get Free Upgrades from Windows 7 or 8.1 to 10 for other devices outside current subscription agreements.
January 10, 2017 10 Jan'17
MacBook Pro issues have bad timing, as Surface surges

Shortfalls of the new MacBook Pro are evident, as Apple pays more attention to other areas of its business. The lack of touchscreen is a drawback for users who want 2-in-1s.
January 06, 2017 06 Jan'17
CMD.exe NOT Going Away in Win10

Contrary to numerous reports, CMD.exe not going away in Windows 10. True, recent Insider Preview builds replace it with Powershell in many menus.
December 29, 2016 29 Dec'16
BSOD Meet GSOD!

Recently leaked Insider Preview Windows 10 build 14997 introduces lots of changes, among them a green screen of death. BSOD meet GSOD!
December 23, 2016 23 Dec'16
New VMware EUC lead: Shadow IT is the biggest cybersecurity threat

IT pros work to defend against breaches and hacks, but it's their own users that continue to be a threat. This issue could drive workspace adoption in 2017.
December 08, 2016 08 Dec'16
Wait, the Windows 10 Anniversary Update wasn't already enterprise-ready?

Microsoft's declaration in November that the latest version of Windows 10 is enterprise-ready created confusion in some businesses that had already been using it for months. After Microsoft ...
December 07, 2016 07 Dec'16
UUP Starts Getting Real

Windows 10 Insider program principals recently announced a release hiatus to handle changes as UUP starts getting real, and defines future update formats.
December 02, 2016 02 Dec'16
Windows 10 Desktop Share November 2016

Data on Windows 10 Desktop Share November 2016 shows Windows 10 is muscling in on Windows 7. Reports differ widely on ongoing use of XP, though.
November 28, 2016 28 Nov'16
Build 14971 Drops Cmd.exe for PowerShell

Here's a bombshell from MS: Windows 10, Build 14971 drops Cmd.exe for PowerShell. What's up? Fortunately, batch files work in PowerShell so it's not so bad.
November 22, 2016 22 Nov'16
Built-in Windows 10 ads annoy IT pros

Advertisements are pretty unavoidable on your favorite websites and social media. Now users have to deal with them on Windows 10, too. On its lock screen, Windows 10 displays ads for apps, games ...
November 07, 2016 07 Nov'16
Win10 Marketshare Flat in Q316

Now that the free upgrade has ended, Win10 Marketshare Flat in Q316 sums up the current situation.
November 04, 2016 04 Nov'16
Unified Update Platform Reduces Update Complexity

The Windows 10 Unified Update Platform (UUP) is rolling out in Build 14959; it promises to download and install changes only on Win10 installs.
November 02, 2016 02 Nov'16
Woody Leonhard Blesses KB3197954

In the wake of the latest Win10 AU cumulate update, Woody Leonard blesses KB3197954 and gives the upgrade his seal of approval.
November 01, 2016 01 Nov'16
IT raises eyebrows, as changes to Windows OS updates get underway

The update model Microsoft uses for Windows 10 started last month on Windows 7 and 8.1. Some admins are concerned it takes control out of IT's hands and have noticed issues with the new model.
October 28, 2016 28 Oct'16
Cost, applications thwart Macs in business

Windows PCs continue to outpace Macs in business. Cost, application options and Apple's desktop and laptop strategy are all issues.
October 24, 2016 24 Oct'16
Factoring Out Xbox in Active User Count

When MS counts Windows 10 users, Xbox users are included. They recently published numbers that make factoring out xbox users easier.
October 21, 2016 21 Oct'16
Win10 AU Zooms Into Majority Status

Paul Thurrott reports that Win10 AU zooms into majority status, now running on 77 percent of Win10 desktops. He also concludes that AU issues are mostly solved, but I disagree.

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