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Nov

26

2022

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By Helen E. Blake

New Windows Server updates cause domain controller freezes, restarts

NewsKerberos Protocol Changes, Local Security Authority Subsystem Service, microsoft, Windows

New Windows Server updates cause domain controller freezes, restarts Microsoft is investigating LSASS Memory Leaks, which were caused by Windows Server Updates released during the November Patch Tuesday. This could lead to restarts or freezes of some domain controllers. LSASS, which stands for Local Security Authority Subsystem Service, is responsible for enforcing Windows security policies. It handles access token creation, password change, and user logins. If the service crashes, users logged in immediately lose access to Windows accounts and are shown a system restart error. This is followed by a system reboot. Microsoft explains that LISASS may use more memory…

Nov

11

2022

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By Kevin Bonner

You can get up to $400 off your Surface Laptop 4 at the Microsoft Store

Newsmicrosoft, surface laptop 4, Windows

Surface Laptop 5 is now available, but the older-gen version of this laptop is still very impressive. Microsoft is offering an incredible discount on this exceptional laptop ahead of Black Friday. Surface Laptop 4 is a significant improvement on its predecessor. It now has AMD processor options. This ultrabook can run up to an Intel Core i7 processor with 16GB RAM. It will be able to handle basic to intermediate productivity tasks and even provide enough power to run Adobe Premiere 1080p video editing. This device focuses primarily on Microsoft Office productivity tools and high-quality internet browsing. It won't make…

Nov

09

2022

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By Kevin Bonner

Microsoft-Activision deal faces deeper EU probe

Newsactivision blizzard, games, IT, microsoft, software developer, Windows

Microsoft-Activision deal faces deeper EU probe Despite repeatedly highlighting its plans to continue its games running on various platforms, even when it is announced that the $68.7 billion Activision merger is completed, Microsoft still failed to convince the European Union during its preliminary investigation. The commission expressed its concern that the acquisition may cause "foreclosure strategies" that could "reduce competitors in marketplaces for distribution of consoles and personal computers for video games, as well as operating systems for PCs," pushing it to pursue a deeper investigation. The EU issued a press release explaining its decision in relation to its initial…

Oct

29

2022

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By Kevin Bonner

What causes condensation on windows and how to get rid of this ?

News#technology, condensation, Natural Protection Agency, Windows

What causes condensation on windows and how to get rid of this ? Like a cold glass of lemonade on a summer's day, condensation happens when the temperature on one side of the glass is radically unique in relation to the temperature on the opposite side of the glass. While condensation on your windows can be baffling, making a disagreeable tasteful and obscuring the sights outside, it's normally not concerning. What's more, the uplifting news is you can limit or prevent condensation on windows with a couple of simple fixes. Normal Reasons for Window Condensation Despite the fact that it…

Oct

28

2022

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By Kevin Bonner

Joe Belfiore to leave Microsoft after 32 years at Microsoft.

News#technology, computer, linkedIn, microsoft, software, twitter, Windows, windows 11, windows10

Joe Belfiore to leave Microsoft after 32 years at Microsoft Belfiore headed Windows Phone, Windows 10 and Office in a career that spanned three decades. What you should be aware of Microsoft Corporate Vice President Joe Belfiore will leave Microsoft after working for Microsoft for over 32 years. Belfiore currently serves as the Head of Belfiore is currently the head of Office Group alongside CVP Ales Holecek. They will be an advisor to senior level and coach until the summer of 2023, to assist with the transition. Holecek will remain CVP of the company and is joined by CVP Sumit…

Oct

26

2022

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By Kevin Bonner

Microsoft brings account brute-force protections to older versions of Windows

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Microsoft brings account brute-force protections to older versions of Windows Microsoft disclosed plans in July 2022 to carry out brute force security against nearby accounts in the following rendition of Windows 11 and Windows Server 2022. The additional security is currently empowered on new machines running Windows 11 and on "any new machines that incorporate October 11, 2022, Windows total updates before the underlying arrangement". As such, nearby accounts on new machines are safeguarded automatically against brute-force assaults. Nearby accounts on old machines are not safeguarded, regardless of whether the October security refreshes are introduced on these machines. Administrators might…

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