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What’s new in Microsoft Intune September 2024

September 26, 2024

A reintroduction to Intune.

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Announcing Public Preview of Windows Server Hotpatch enabled by Azure Arc

September 25, 2024

With Azure Arc-enabled servers, customers can enable hotpatches for servers running across hybrid, multicloud, and edge environments.

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Microsoft named a Leader in the 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Container Management

September 18, 2024

This is the second year in a row that Microsoft has been named a Leader in this Gartner® Magic Quadrant™.

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Microsoft Trustworthy AI: Unlocking human potential starts with trust

September 24, 2024

Microsoft is focused on helping customers use and build AI that is trustworthy, meaning AI that is secure, safe and private.

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AI-Driven Guided Response for SOCs with Microsoft Copilot for Security

September 30, 2024

Copilot guided response is a state-of-the-art AI-driven system that helps analysts efficiently navigate incidents by providing real-time recommendations for investigation, triaging, and remediation.

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Keep your online activity safer on public Wi-Fi with Microsoft Defender for individuals

September 30, 2024

Microsoft Defender for individuals aims to provide a safer online experience wherever you go.

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How to get your end users excited about your Windows 11 transition:
Learn to master change as you guide your end users from Windows 10 to Windows 11

February 23, 2024
Learn how to navigate a smooth transition to Windows 11 with change management techniques and technical implementation tips.

How you can seamlessly migrate from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365 today:
It’s a simple shift—with SHI!

February 23, 2024
Securely migrate data from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365 with SHI's easy tenant migration.

Getting started with AI: Strategies for success in the Microsoft ecoverse:
SHI’s “Solve what’s next” webinar series discusses how to leverage Microsoft's AI tools.

February 22, 2024
Whether you are new to AI or looking for ways to improve your existing AI initiatives, this webinar will help you gain practical knowledge and skills to succeed with Microsoft AI.

Say hello to SQL Server 2022: How to upgrade easily and maintain support:
Catch up on what’s new and what to do next if you’re running a previous SQL version

February 21, 2024
Catch up on what’s new with SQL Server 2022 and what to do next if you’re running an older SQL version.

Control your Enterprise Agreement with SHI’s Microsoft and Software Advisory Group:
It’s time to take control of the licensing agreements your users rely on.

January 22, 2024
If you can’t guarantee maximum value from your Microsoft Enterprise Agreement, it’s time to renegotiate.

Microsoft Copilot expands availability! Here’s 6 tips to get started:
No more minimums, more plans than ever – it’s a pivotal moment for generative AI.

January 15, 2024
With Microsoft Copilot now as accessible as OneDrive or Exchange, it's time to explore generative AI for work.

Learn how to maximize the impact of AI and low-code with Microsoft:
SHI’s “Solve what’s next” webinar series continues with a discussion on AI and low-code.

December 8, 2023
In this edition of SHI's “Solve what’s next” webinar series, you'll learn how to maximize the impact of AI and low-code with Microsoft and SHI.

Still running Windows 8.1? 3 steps you should take to protect yourself:
Windows 8.1 extended support reached EOL, and Windows 10 end of support is coming

December 1, 2023
Windows 8.1 extended support reached EOL, and Windows 10 end of support is coming – your security can’t wait.