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Modern External Networks is now generally available to all Engage customers

June 23, 2025

Viva Engage! Modern external networks will promote collaboration between users and teams from different companies, known as external participants.

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A Seamless Shift: New Outlook for Windows Coming to Microsoft 365 Education

June 23, 2025

Now Microsoft 365 Education users get to experience the modern, AI-powered Outlook for Windows.

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Making the Most of Attack Simulation Training: Dynamic Groups, Automation, and User Education

June 24, 2025

Attack Simulation Training is built right into Microsoft Defender for Office 365

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Vulnerability Advisory: Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Linux Elevation of Privilege

May 13, 2025

The Stratascale Cyber Research Unit (CRU) team discovered an elevation of privilege vulnerability in a helper script that is used to enumerate versions of software installed on the system.

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Copilot Release Notes: May 2, 2025

May 2, 2025

The latest updates and news for Microsoft Copilot.

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Windows news you can use: April 2025

April 30, 2025

Highlights in this month's "Windows news you can use" will help you get up to speed on news you may have missed.

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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.

The impending end of support for SQL 2014: What you need to know today:
Seize the day—and the best deal.

November 27, 2023
Time moves fast and so do hackers. The clock is ticking on SQL server support. Luckily, SHI has your options.

Start today: Unlock the power of Windows 11 for new benefits:
Built for the future of work

November 20, 2023
With new and improved features, Windows 11 is built for the future of work.

We love a good list: 6 action items before you move to Windows 11:
It's time to get ready for Microsoft's latest OS

November 20, 2023
Here are six actions you can take now to prepare for Windows 11, even if you don’t have an immediate plan.
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