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Windows Server 2025 Release Date From May 29, 2024, Microsoft Windows Server 2025 is available in public preview and will become generally available in Q4 of 2024. This release is the most secure and innovative version to date. It offers advanced security features, new Azure hybrid capabilities, and enhanced performance
Effective October 1, 2023, Windows Server Annual Channel for Containers is available. What is Windows Server Annual Channel for Containers? The Windows Server Annual Channel for Containers is a new operating system option for customers who want to run containers on Windows Server and have a need for faster
In 2024, a list of Microsoft products will reach their End of Support on scheduled dates. Hence, there will be no new security updates, non-security updates, free or paid assisted support options or online technical content updates. The following products and releases, governed by the Fixed Policy, will reach their end
The following products will be moving from Mainstream to Extended Support in 2024. Extended Support includes security updates at no cost, and paid non-security updates and support. Additionally, Microsoft will not accept requests for design changes or new features during the Extended Support phase. The following products and releases,
Microsoft Windows Server 2012 and 2012 R2 Extended Support ended on October 10, 2023. Microsoft Windows Server 2012 and 2012 R2 Extended Security Updates are now available. What is the Extended Security Update (ESU) program? The Extended Security Update (ESU) program is a last resort option for customers who
On October 10, 2023, all editions of Windows Server 2012 and Windows Server 2012 R2 will reach end of support. The last security update for these products will also be released on October 10, 2023. After this date, these versions of Windows Server will no longer receive updates containing protections
Effective April 1, 2023, Microsoft revised and simplified the Azure Hybrid Benefit (AHB) use rights for Windows Server. For Windows Server, Microsoft eliminated the requirement that customers allocate licenses in packs of eight, eliminated the requirement that customers allocate 16 licenses before they begin using AHB. All other requirements remain
Effective April 1, 2023, Microsoft changed the licensing for Microsoft Windows Server Standard, Datacenter and Essentials. What changed? Microsoft eliminated the requirement that customers start with 16 licenses before licensing by individual virtual Operating System Environment (OSE). Microsoft added a clause that states Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) customers may
Since February 14, 2023, Extended Security Updates (ESU) are available for Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2 environments on Azure. Organizations that need additional time to upgrade and modernize their Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2 environments on Azure can obtain an additional year of updates, ending January 9, 2024.
On September 24, 2024, Microsoft announced the introduction of Data Zones in the Azure OpenAI Service. The new Azure Data Zones deployment type will be available in the coming month. This new feature enhances data processing and storage options, providing customers with more flexibility and control. What is
Effective October 1, 2024, Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 is available for commercial customers. This version offers a stable, long-term solution for businesses needing a fixed feature set. Office LTSC 2024 is designed for organizations that require a static version of Office applications. It is available through volume licensing agreements and
On September 16, 2024, Adobe announced significant innovations across Adobe Experience Cloud that will empower brands to unlock greater value with AI-generated content and demonstrate business impact. What is Adobe Experience Cloud? Adobe Experience Cloud provides the most comprehensive set of applications, capabilities, and services specifically designed to
