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New Blog | Azure WAF Public Preview: JavaScript Challenge
By David Frazee
Microsoft has recently released JavaScript challenge in public preview for Azure WAF on Application Gateway and Azure Front Door.
Approximately 48% of internet traffic is generated by bots, with 30% attributed to malicious bots. These harmful bots are programmed to attack web and mobile applications for fraudulent and malevolent purposes. These bad bots are typically automated test scripts that scrape websites to manipulate SEO rankings or prices, launch denial-of-inventory attacks and commit other malicious activities. Considering the risks associated with internet-exposed web applications, it is necessary for Azure WAF to detect and mitigate the bad bots. The mitigation of these attacks is accomplished by the Azure WAF JavaScript challenge.
The Azure WAF JavaScript (JS) challenge feature is a non-interactive, invisible web challenge used to distinguish legitimate users from bad bots. It is an invisible check issued to legitimate users and attackers as an intermediate page. Bad bots will fail the JS challenge but real users will not. Furthermore, JS challenges eliminate friction for real users since they don’t require any intervention from humans. Hence, Azure WAF JS challenge is an effective method to protect against bot attacks without introducing customer friction.
Key Features
The invisible challenge is presented when a user’s request matches a specific rule, prompting the client’s browser to compute the challenge without user interaction. Successful computation allows the user through, while failed attempts block malicious bots. The challenge is reissued if the user’s IP address changes or if they access the page from a different domain, ensuring continuous protection.
Read the full post here: Azure WAF Public Preview: JavaScript Challenge
By David Frazee
Microsoft has recently released JavaScript challenge in public preview for Azure WAF on Application Gateway and Azure Front Door.
Approximately 48% of internet traffic is generated by bots, with 30% attributed to malicious bots. These harmful bots are programmed to attack web and mobile applications for fraudulent and malevolent purposes. These bad bots are typically automated test scripts that scrape websites to manipulate SEO rankings or prices, launch denial-of-inventory attacks and commit other malicious activities. Considering the risks associated with internet-exposed web applications, it is necessary for Azure WAF to detect and mitigate the bad bots. The mitigation of these attacks is accomplished by the Azure WAF JavaScript challenge.
The Azure WAF JavaScript (JS) challenge feature is a non-interactive, invisible web challenge used to distinguish legitimate users from bad bots. It is an invisible check issued to legitimate users and attackers as an intermediate page. Bad bots will fail the JS challenge but real users will not. Furthermore, JS challenges eliminate friction for real users since they don’t require any intervention from humans. Hence, Azure WAF JS challenge is an effective method to protect against bot attacks without introducing customer friction.
Key Features
The invisible challenge is presented when a user’s request matches a specific rule, prompting the client’s browser to compute the challenge without user interaction. Successful computation allows the user through, while failed attempts block malicious bots. The challenge is reissued if the user’s IP address changes or if they access the page from a different domain, ensuring continuous protection.
Read the full post here: Azure WAF Public Preview: JavaScript Challenge
Change Name of SharePoint List Entry for Search in SharePoint Site
Hello!
Whenever a user searches in a SharePoint site for an item in a list, the right entry appears but the name that pops up is the value that the user entered in the “Quote #” column in the list (480364 in the attached image).
I was wondering if it is possible to change what property appears to make the search process easier for people (quote # is not the most recognizable property). In my SharePoint list, the Quote # column is not ordered to be first so I’m not sure why SharePoint decided to make that the field that identifies the list entry. I do notice that the Quote # column is bolded when I open my SharePoint list – perhaps it is the main/identifying column? Can I change this somehow?
Normally people would be searching for the item using another field called Shipper #. I wish for this value to be the title.
Hello! Whenever a user searches in a SharePoint site for an item in a list, the right entry appears but the name that pops up is the value that the user entered in the “Quote #” column in the list (480364 in the attached image). I was wondering if it is possible to change what property appears to make the search process easier for people (quote # is not the most recognizable property). In my SharePoint list, the Quote # column is not ordered to be first so I’m not sure why SharePoint decided to make that the field that identifies the list entry. I do notice that the Quote # column is bolded when I open my SharePoint list – perhaps it is the main/identifying column? Can I change this somehow? Normally people would be searching for the item using another field called Shipper #. I wish for this value to be the title. Read More
Having an issue accessing Microsoft Teams Admin Center.
Hello
Please i need your help on this issue.
One of my customer is having an issue accessing Microsoft Teams Admin Center.
His email is hosted by GoDaddy. The former employee who was the Global admin has left the company and they have deleted the account of the formal Global admin from the control panel of Godaddy.
But when ever the customer want to access Teams Admin center he gets the error below:”
How possible can the customer get access the Teams admin center
Hello Please i need your help on this issue. One of my customer is having an issue accessing Microsoft Teams Admin Center. His email is hosted by GoDaddy. The former employee who was the Global admin has left the company and they have deleted the account of the formal Global admin from the control panel of Godaddy. But when ever the customer want to access Teams Admin center he gets the error below:” How possible can the customer get access the Teams admin center Read More
How to create & manage a Conceptual Data Model, in Purview?
At my organization, we’re learning to use Purview for data governance. For example, we’ve started to use the Data Map to get assets from our data warehouse, and enrich those assets with additional metadata in Purview. Nice!
Now, I’d also like to create our org’s conceptual data model in Purview, somehow. That is, (a) our real-world objects, independent of any systems/data, each with a name and a definition/description; plus (b) the relationships between these objects, each with the cardinality and description. And I’d like for all our our end users to be able to read the conceptual data model, in Purview.
But how? I am reading lots of Purview documentation in Microsoft Learn, and it seems there could be several possible solutions. But it’s not clear to me that any one of these solutions is the right fit, for this use case. Has anyone done this in Purview? Any recommendations? Should our conceptual data model be created in Purview…
…as Glossary Terms? (Can these have relationships with each other?)…in the Metamodel? (Maybe with custom asset types? I know I can create relationships, here—that’s key.)…as Critical Data Elements? (Can these have relationships with each other? This could be nice because then I could relate objects in the conceptual model to actual data points in the data warehouse.)…as something else?
At my organization, we’re learning to use Purview for data governance. For example, we’ve started to use the Data Map to get assets from our data warehouse, and enrich those assets with additional metadata in Purview. Nice! Now, I’d also like to create our org’s conceptual data model in Purview, somehow. That is, (a) our real-world objects, independent of any systems/data, each with a name and a definition/description; plus (b) the relationships between these objects, each with the cardinality and description. And I’d like for all our our end users to be able to read the conceptual data model, in Purview. But how? I am reading lots of Purview documentation in Microsoft Learn, and it seems there could be several possible solutions. But it’s not clear to me that any one of these solutions is the right fit, for this use case. Has anyone done this in Purview? Any recommendations? Should our conceptual data model be created in Purview… …as Glossary Terms? (Can these have relationships with each other?)…in the Metamodel? (Maybe with custom asset types? I know I can create relationships, here—that’s key.)…as Critical Data Elements? (Can these have relationships with each other? This could be nice because then I could relate objects in the conceptual model to actual data points in the data warehouse.)…as something else? Read More
List Views not showing in Dropdown
Hi all – when I go to one of my lists, the drop down only shows the “All Items” view and not all of the other 12 views. Not sure why? I’ve attached an image of the dropdown, and then an image of the list settings for this view where you can see the other 12 views. I can click on those and eventually open the view, but I need all of them to show in the dropdown…..is there a setting I need to change somewhere?
Hi all – when I go to one of my lists, the drop down only shows the “All Items” view and not all of the other 12 views. Not sure why? I’ve attached an image of the dropdown, and then an image of the list settings for this view where you can see the other 12 views. I can click on those and eventually open the view, but I need all of them to show in the dropdown…..is there a setting I need to change somewhere? Read More
PS Script for SharePoint Online to Pull Filename w Extension, Uploaded during a Time Period
Pretty much what the subject has. I need PS Script for SharePoint Online to Pull Filename with Extension Uploaded during a Designated Time Period on a specific site. I have tried to use Purview and Sentinel. Our Purview does not work at all and Microsoft has been no help. And there is nothing for File Size in Sentinel, otherwise I have what I need, but I definitely need the file sizes of each of the files.
Pretty much what the subject has. I need PS Script for SharePoint Online to Pull Filename with Extension Uploaded during a Designated Time Period on a specific site. I have tried to use Purview and Sentinel. Our Purview does not work at all and Microsoft has been no help. And there is nothing for File Size in Sentinel, otherwise I have what I need, but I definitely need the file sizes of each of the files. Read More
Power Pivot limiting filter options but still allowing filtering
Hi,
I have loaded some data into power pivot that I am using in reports going to different cost centres owners. I have filtered on the cost centres needed for each report but I want to stop the cost centre owners from being able to select cost centres that aren’t theirs, though still be able to use the cost centre field to filter on their own cost centres and move that around as they see fit. Is it possible? How can I do it?
Hi, I have loaded some data into power pivot that I am using in reports going to different cost centres owners. I have filtered on the cost centres needed for each report but I want to stop the cost centre owners from being able to select cost centres that aren’t theirs, though still be able to use the cost centre field to filter on their own cost centres and move that around as they see fit. Is it possible? How can I do it? Read More
Copilot of Microsoft 365- Issue in using Copilot in MS Outlook app with Digital Signatures Enabled
Hello Community ,
Am using Copilot for MS365 in Outlook app. I have digital signatures enabled( S/MIME Certificate).
When i open a new email to draft , CoPilot is disabled, but gets enabled when i disable the Digital Sign option. Certificate is used just for signing , and not for encryption.
Checked in Microsoft site, this is what they say . Anyone encountered this issue? Any workaround?
Hello Community ,Am using Copilot for MS365 in Outlook app. I have digital signatures enabled( S/MIME Certificate).When i open a new email to draft , CoPilot is disabled, but gets enabled when i disable the Digital Sign option. Certificate is used just for signing , and not for encryption.Checked in Microsoft site, this is what they say . Anyone encountered this issue? Any workaround? Read More
Partner Blog | Driving collective success: key insights from MCAPS Start for Partners 2024
This week, we are celebrating the kickoff of our new fiscal year at Microsoft with MCAPS Start for Partners. Our inaugural digital event is designed to include partners in the Microsoft go-to-market strategy early in the fiscal year and foster collaboration to drive collective success.
We invite you to keep learning with links to the keynote and breakout sessions from this year’s event and to join us for an “ask me anything” (AMA) session later this month.
Driving growth together: Our keynote event included Judson Althoff, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, and Nick Parker, President, Industry & Partnerships, discussing how to accelerate AI opportunity and growth with Microsoft solutions.
Unlocking success through engagement: on-demand focused sessions:
Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program: the road ahead: The Microsoft Customer Engagement Model (MCEM) refers to the framework that connects all customer-facing roles across sales, customer success, industry solutions, and partners as one team, bringing together the best of what Microsoft has to offer to our customers through a unified engagement model. In this session you can learn about our new offers and benefits, aligned to MCEM, that are delivered through the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program. We also discuss meeting our customers’ needs on Microsoft cloud and share how to take advantage of new opportunities.
Go-to-market updates: Join this session to learn about the FY25 solution plays, our customer value propositions, how they relate to our top five priorities, and the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program resources and investments available for partners to go to market and co-sell with Microsoft.
Accelerate growth through partner incentives: Hear how incentives accelerate partner transformation and impact across our six cloud solution areas and the customer journey. Through intentional co-investments focused on our key strategic priorities, partners can drive outcomes to enable customer success. Learn more about our incentives principles to discover how you can take advantage of these offerings and start earning.
Capturing the marketplace opportunity: Learn how to expand your business with the Microsoft commercial marketplace with guidance to help you accelerate B2B tech commerce, innovate with AI, and simplify sales.
Evolution of co-selling with Microsoft: Find out more about the Microsoft Customer Engagement Methodology (MCEM) and how to increase the value of co-sell investments while ensuring the best possible outcome for our joint customers.
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Comparing dates in VBA
I have a date entered on a form using this format: “22/02/2024 13:20” and I want to compare it to a specific date to see if it is earlier, later or the same. This needs to be doe in VBA as the response will trigger alternative code being executed.
I have a date entered on a form using this format: “22/02/2024 13:20” and I want to compare it to a specific date to see if it is earlier, later or the same. This needs to be doe in VBA as the response will trigger alternative code being executed. Read More
Purview DLP: Paste to supported browsers
I’ve enabled a policy that audits “Paste to Supported Browsers.” The policy applies if the file has a specific sensitivity label assigned. When I copy content from the file to an unallowed domain e.g. gmail.com I’m not seeing the activity recorded in the log.
I’m reading the Microsoft endpoint data loss prevention page definition for “paste to supported browser” and it appears to only apply if the content copied itself is sensitive e.g. a social security number pattern. So I’m guessing there’s no way to prevent users from copying content from a sensitive file and pasting to an unallowed domain. Is that right?
“Detects when a user attempts to paste content to a restricted service domain. Evaluation is performed on the content that is being pasted. This evaluation is independent of how the source item that the content came from is classified.”
Learn about Endpoint data loss prevention | Microsoft Learn
I’ve enabled a policy that audits “Paste to Supported Browsers.” The policy applies if the file has a specific sensitivity label assigned. When I copy content from the file to an unallowed domain e.g. gmail.com I’m not seeing the activity recorded in the log. I’m reading the Microsoft endpoint data loss prevention page definition for “paste to supported browser” and it appears to only apply if the content copied itself is sensitive e.g. a social security number pattern. So I’m guessing there’s no way to prevent users from copying content from a sensitive file and pasting to an unallowed domain. Is that right? “Detects when a user attempts to paste content to a restricted service domain. Evaluation is performed on the content that is being pasted. This evaluation is independent of how the source item that the content came from is classified.” Learn about Endpoint data loss prevention | Microsoft Learn Read More
Supporting Video: Action Required! Major Outlook Security Changes for Personal and Older Accounts
To ensure your email remains accessible, you must comply with Microsoft Outlook security changes by transitioning from Basic to Modern Authentication by September 16, 2024. Failure to do so will result in blocked access to your account.
In this video, I will explain in non-techy terms:
What modern authentication is,
What to expect, and
Guide you to Microsoft’s resources
So that you can take action before September 16th.
Impacted Users:
If you or a non-techy family member have one of the following applications that use POP or IMAP connections, you must comply with the security changes.
Outlook.com, Hotmail.com, or Live.com accounts
Outlook for Windows Desktop users with versions 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016 (MSI), 2019 (LTSC) below 11601.10000
Thunderbird and Apple Mail users (must confirm and update settings)
Video: https://youtu.be/LTHkuXjTzZc
Supporting Microsoft’s original post: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/outlook-blog/keeping-our-outlook-personal-email-users-safe-reinforcing-our/ba-p/4164184
If you plan to watch the video or find this post helpful, please like it or mark it as the best response that will help others.
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To ensure your email remains accessible, you must comply with Microsoft Outlook security changes by transitioning from Basic to Modern Authentication by September 16, 2024. Failure to do so will result in blocked access to your account.
In this video, I will explain in non-techy terms:What modern authentication is, What to expect, andGuide you to Microsoft’s resources
So that you can take action before September 16th.Impacted Users:If you or a non-techy family member have one of the following applications that use POP or IMAP connections, you must comply with the security changes. Outlook.com, Hotmail.com, or Live.com accounts Outlook for Windows Desktop users with versions 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016 (MSI), 2019 (LTSC) below 11601.10000Thunderbird and Apple Mail users (must confirm and update settings)Video: https://youtu.be/LTHkuXjTzZcSupporting Microsoft’s original post: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/outlook-blog/keeping-our-outlook-personal-email-users-safe-reinforcing-our/ba-p/4164184
If you plan to watch the video or find this post helpful, please like it or mark it as the best response that will help others.
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How can I raise my complaint in Myntra?
answers. If you have a complaint against Myntra, you can contact their customer service at 0. 7070-752-663. They should be able to assist you with your concerns.
answers. If you have a complaint against Myntra, you can contact their customer service at 0. 7070-752-663. They should be able to assist you with your concerns. Read More
Announcing Windows Server Preview Build 26252
Announcing Windows Server Preview Build 26252
Hello Windows Server Insiders!
Today we are pleased to release a new build of the next Windows Server Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) Preview that contains both the Desktop Experience and Server Core installation options for Datacenter and Standard editions, Annual Channel for Container Host and Azure Edition (for VM evaluation only). Branding has been updated for the upcoming release, Windows Server 2025, in this preview – when reporting issues please refer to Windows Server 2025 preview. If you signed up for Server Flighting, you should receive this new build automatically.
What’s New
Delegated Managed Service Accounts (dMSA)
A new account type known as delegated Managed Service Account (dMSA) is now available that allows migration from a traditional service account to a machine account with managed and fully randomized keys, while disabling original service account passwords.
Authentication for dMSA is linked to the device identity, which means that only specified machine identities mapped in AD can access the account. Using dMSA helps to prevent harvesting credentials using a compromised account (kerberoasting), which is a common issue with traditional service accounts.
To learn more about dMSA, visit https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/security/delegated-managed-service-accounts/delegated-managed-service-accounts-overview.
Windows Server Flighting is here!!
If you signed up for Server Flighting, you should receive this new build automatically later today.
For more information, see Welcome to Windows Insider flighting on Windows Server – Microsoft Community Hub
The new Feedback Hub app is now available for Server Desktop users! The app should automatically update with the latest version, but if it does not, simply Check for updates in the app’s settings tab.
Known Issues
Upgrade does not complete: Some users may experience an issue when upgrading where the download process does not progress beyond 0%. If you encounter this issue, please upgrade to this newer build using the ISO media download option. Download Windows Server Insider Preview (microsoft.com)
Access denied error when using Diskpart –> Clean Image on Winpe.vhdx VMs created using WinPE: Create bootable media | Microsoft Learn. We are working to resolve this issue and expect to have it fixed in the next preview release.
Download Windows Server Insider Preview (microsoft.com)
Flighting: The label for this flight may incorrectly reference Windows 11. However, when selected, the package installed is the Windows Server update. Please ignore the label and proceed with installing your flight. This issue will be addressed in a future release.
Setup: Some users may experience overlapping rectangle voids following mouse clicks during “OOBE” setup. This is a graphics rendering issue and will not prevent setup from completing. This issue will be addressed in a future release.
WinPE – Powershell Scripts: Applying the WinPE-Powershell optional component does not properly install Powershell in WinPE. As a result, Powershell cmdlets will fail. Customers who are dependent on Powershell in WinPE should not use this build.
If you are validating upgrades from Windows Server 2019 or 2022, we do not recommend that you use this build as intermittent upgrade failures have been identified for this build.
This build has an issue where archiving eventlogs with “wevetutil al” command causes the Windows Event Log service to crash, and the archive operation to fail. The service must be restarted by executing “Start-Service EventLog” from an administrative command line prompt.
If you have Secure Launch/DRTM code path enabled, we do not recommend that you install this build.
Available Downloads
Downloads to certain countries may not be available. See Microsoft suspends new sales in Russia – Microsoft On the Issues.
Windows Server Long-Term Servicing Channel Preview in ISO format in 18 languages, and in VHDX format in English only.
Windows Server Datacenter Azure Edition Preview in ISO and VHDX format, English only.
Microsoft Server Languages and Optional Features Preview
Keys: Keys are valid for preview builds only
Server Standard: MFY9F-XBN2F-TYFMP-CCV49-RMYVH
Datacenter: 2KNJJ-33Y9H-2GXGX-KMQWH-G6H67
Azure Edition does not accept a key
Symbols: Available on the public symbol server – see Using the Microsoft Symbol Server.
Expiration: This Windows Server Preview will expire September 15, 2024.
How to Download
Registered Insiders may navigate directly to the Windows Server Insider Preview download page. If you have not yet registered as an Insider, see GETTING STARTED WITH SERVER on the Windows Insiders for Business portal.
We value your feedback!
The most important part of the release cycle is to hear what’s working and what needs to be improved, so your feedback is extremely valued. Beginning with Insider build 26063, please use the new Feedback Hub app for Windows Server if you are running a Desktop version of Server. If you are using a Core edition, or if you are unable to use the Feedback Hub app, you can use your registered Windows 10 or Windows 11 Insider device and use the Feedback Hub application. In the app, choose the Windows Server category and then the appropriate subcategory for your feedback. In the title of the Feedback, please indicate the build number you are providing feedback on as shown below to ensure that your issue is attributed to the right version:
[Server #####] Title of my feedback
See Give Feedback on Windows Server via Feedback Hub for specifics. The Windows Server Insiders space on the Microsoft Tech Communities supports preview builds of the next version of Windows Server. Use the forum to collaborate, share and learn from experts. For versions that have been released to general availability in market, try the Windows Server for IT Pro forum or contact Support for Business.
Diagnostic and Usage Information
Microsoft collects this information over the internet to help keep Windows secure and up to date, troubleshoot problems, and make product improvements. Microsoft server operating systems can be configured to turn diagnostic data off, send Required diagnostic data, or send Optional diagnostic data. During previews, Microsoft asks that you change the default setting to Optional to provide the best automatic feedback and help us improve the final product.
Administrators can change the level of information collection through Settings. For details, see http://aka.ms/winserverdata. Also see the Microsoft Privacy Statement.
Terms of Use
This is pre-release software – it is provided for use “as-is” and is not supported in production environments. Users are responsible for installing any updates that may be made available from Windows Update. All pre-release software made available to you via the Windows Server Insider program is governed by the Insider Terms of Use.
Announcing Windows Server Preview Build 26252
Hello Windows Server Insiders!
Today we are pleased to release a new build of the next Windows Server Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) Preview that contains both the Desktop Experience and Server Core installation options for Datacenter and Standard editions, Annual Channel for Container Host and Azure Edition (for VM evaluation only). Branding has been updated for the upcoming release, Windows Server 2025, in this preview – when reporting issues please refer to Windows Server 2025 preview. If you signed up for Server Flighting, you should receive this new build automatically.
What’s New
Delegated Managed Service Accounts (dMSA)
A new account type known as delegated Managed Service Account (dMSA) is now available that allows migration from a traditional service account to a machine account with managed and fully randomized keys, while disabling original service account passwords.
Authentication for dMSA is linked to the device identity, which means that only specified machine identities mapped in AD can access the account. Using dMSA helps to prevent harvesting credentials using a compromised account (kerberoasting), which is a common issue with traditional service accounts.
To learn more about dMSA, visit https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/security/delegated-managed-service-accounts/delegated-managed-service-accounts-overview.
Windows Server Flighting is here!!
If you signed up for Server Flighting, you should receive this new build automatically later today.
For more information, see Welcome to Windows Insider flighting on Windows Server – Microsoft Community Hub
The new Feedback Hub app is now available for Server Desktop users! The app should automatically update with the latest version, but if it does not, simply Check for updates in the app’s settings tab.
Known Issues
Upgrade does not complete: Some users may experience an issue when upgrading where the download process does not progress beyond 0%. If you encounter this issue, please upgrade to this newer build using the ISO media download option. Download Windows Server Insider Preview (microsoft.com)
Access denied error when using Diskpart –> Clean Image on Winpe.vhdx VMs created using WinPE: Create bootable media | Microsoft Learn. We are working to resolve this issue and expect to have it fixed in the next preview release.
Download Windows Server Insider Preview (microsoft.com)
Flighting: The label for this flight may incorrectly reference Windows 11. However, when selected, the package installed is the Windows Server update. Please ignore the label and proceed with installing your flight. This issue will be addressed in a future release.
Setup: Some users may experience overlapping rectangle voids following mouse clicks during “OOBE” setup. This is a graphics rendering issue and will not prevent setup from completing. This issue will be addressed in a future release.
WinPE – Powershell Scripts: Applying the WinPE-Powershell optional component does not properly install Powershell in WinPE. As a result, Powershell cmdlets will fail. Customers who are dependent on Powershell in WinPE should not use this build.
If you are validating upgrades from Windows Server 2019 or 2022, we do not recommend that you use this build as intermittent upgrade failures have been identified for this build.
This build has an issue where archiving eventlogs with “wevetutil al” command causes the Windows Event Log service to crash, and the archive operation to fail. The service must be restarted by executing “Start-Service EventLog” from an administrative command line prompt.
If you have Secure Launch/DRTM code path enabled, we do not recommend that you install this build.
Available Downloads
Downloads to certain countries may not be available. See Microsoft suspends new sales in Russia – Microsoft On the Issues.
Windows Server Long-Term Servicing Channel Preview in ISO format in 18 languages, and in VHDX format in English only.
Windows Server Datacenter Azure Edition Preview in ISO and VHDX format, English only.
Microsoft Server Languages and Optional Features Preview
Keys: Keys are valid for preview builds only
Server Standard: MFY9F-XBN2F-TYFMP-CCV49-RMYVH
Datacenter: 2KNJJ-33Y9H-2GXGX-KMQWH-G6H67
Azure Edition does not accept a key
Symbols: Available on the public symbol server – see Using the Microsoft Symbol Server.
Expiration: This Windows Server Preview will expire September 15, 2024.
How to Download
Registered Insiders may navigate directly to the Windows Server Insider Preview download page. If you have not yet registered as an Insider, see GETTING STARTED WITH SERVER on the Windows Insiders for Business portal.
We value your feedback!
The most important part of the release cycle is to hear what’s working and what needs to be improved, so your feedback is extremely valued. Beginning with Insider build 26063, please use the new Feedback Hub app for Windows Server if you are running a Desktop version of Server. If you are using a Core edition, or if you are unable to use the Feedback Hub app, you can use your registered Windows 10 or Windows 11 Insider device and use the Feedback Hub application. In the app, choose the Windows Server category and then the appropriate subcategory for your feedback. In the title of the Feedback, please indicate the build number you are providing feedback on as shown below to ensure that your issue is attributed to the right version:
[Server #####] Title of my feedback
See Give Feedback on Windows Server via Feedback Hub for specifics. The Windows Server Insiders space on the Microsoft Tech Communities supports preview builds of the next version of Windows Server. Use the forum to collaborate, share and learn from experts. For versions that have been released to general availability in market, try the Windows Server for IT Pro forum or contact Support for Business.
Diagnostic and Usage Information
Microsoft collects this information over the internet to help keep Windows secure and up to date, troubleshoot problems, and make product improvements. Microsoft server operating systems can be configured to turn diagnostic data off, send Required diagnostic data, or send Optional diagnostic data. During previews, Microsoft asks that you change the default setting to Optional to provide the best automatic feedback and help us improve the final product.
Administrators can change the level of information collection through Settings. For details, see http://aka.ms/winserverdata. Also see the Microsoft Privacy Statement.
Terms of Use
This is pre-release software – it is provided for use “as-is” and is not supported in production environments. Users are responsible for installing any updates that may be made available from Windows Update. All pre-release software made available to you via the Windows Server Insider program is governed by the Insider Terms of Use. Read More
Outlook for Windows is Getting Rebranded to “Outlook Classic”
Outlook for Windows is being rebranded to “Outlook Classic,” which indicates that New Outlook is here to stay.
Starting in late July 2024, Outlook for Windows will be rebranded as “Outlook Classic” to differentiate it from the New Outlook email client. The new name will apply to version 2407 and above.
The support documentation will reflect this change, with the “New Outlook” tab taking precedence over the “Outlook Classic” tab. These updates will not impact the app’s status or support, and no action is needed from administrators.
The rollout will begin in late July 2024 and be completed across different channels by January 2025.
New Outlook Video Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLz10kTfM1gnF3x6mcGVfMX-51urg9a1lt&si=1KDSgmIUr4GG6Azf
#traccreations4e 7/11/2024
Outlook for Windows is being rebranded to “Outlook Classic,” which indicates that New Outlook is here to stay. Starting in late July 2024, Outlook for Windows will be rebranded as “Outlook Classic” to differentiate it from the New Outlook email client. The new name will apply to version 2407 and above. The support documentation will reflect this change, with the “New Outlook” tab taking precedence over the “Outlook Classic” tab. These updates will not impact the app’s status or support, and no action is needed from administrators. The rollout will begin in late July 2024 and be completed across different channels by January 2025.New Outlook Video Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLz10kTfM1gnF3x6mcGVfMX-51urg9a1lt&si=1KDSgmIUr4GG6Azf
#traccreations4e 7/11/2024
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Convert MSG to PDF with Ease: A Reliable Solution
In the realm of digital communication and document management, converting MSG files to PDF format offers numerous advantages. Whether you’re looking to preserve email conversations, simplify document sharing, or ensure universal accessibility, mastering convert MSG to PDF can significantly enhance your productivity.
Understanding MSG and the Need for Conversion
MSG files are primarily used by Microsoft Outlook to store email messages, including attachments and metadata. While convenient within Outlook, MSG files can be challenging to share or archive outside of the email client due to their proprietary nature. converting MSG files to PDF resolves these issues by transforming them into a universally accepted format that retains formatting, attachments, and ensures document integrity.
Methods for Converting MSG to PDF
Manual Conversion Methods:
Using Outlook: Export MSG files individually or in batches to PDF directly from Outlook.Printing Method: Open MSG files and use the print function to select PDF as the output format.
While manual methods are straightforward and cost-effective, they may lack efficiency for large-scale conversions and can be time-consuming.
Best Practices for Successful Conversion
To maximize the effectiveness of convert MSG to PDF :
Preserve Attachment Integrity: Ensure that all attachments are included and accessible in the converted PDF document.Maintain Email Formatting: Verify that the layout and structure of the original MSG files are retained post-conversion.Consider Security: Implement encryption or password protection where necessary to safeguard sensitive information within PDF documents.
Applications and Benefits of MSG to PDF Conversion
Legal and Compliance: Facilitate legal documentation storage and compliance with document retention policies.Archiving: Create searchable archives of important email communications for easy retrieval and reference.Sharing and Collaboration: Simplify sharing of email threads and conversations with external parties who may not have access to Outlook.
Conclusion
Converting MSG files to PDF enhances document accessibility, facilitates efficient document management, and ensures compatibility across platforms and devices. Whether you opt for manual methods or leverage automated tools, mastering MSG to PDF conversion empowers you to streamline your workflow and enhance productivity.
In the realm of digital communication and document management, converting MSG files to PDF format offers numerous advantages. Whether you’re looking to preserve email conversations, simplify document sharing, or ensure universal accessibility, mastering convert MSG to PDF can significantly enhance your productivity. Understanding MSG and the Need for ConversionMSG files are primarily used by Microsoft Outlook to store email messages, including attachments and metadata. While convenient within Outlook, MSG files can be challenging to share or archive outside of the email client due to their proprietary nature. converting MSG files to PDF resolves these issues by transforming them into a universally accepted format that retains formatting, attachments, and ensures document integrity. Methods for Converting MSG to PDFManual Conversion Methods:Using Outlook: Export MSG files individually or in batches to PDF directly from Outlook.Printing Method: Open MSG files and use the print function to select PDF as the output format.While manual methods are straightforward and cost-effective, they may lack efficiency for large-scale conversions and can be time-consuming.Best Practices for Successful ConversionTo maximize the effectiveness of convert MSG to PDF :Preserve Attachment Integrity: Ensure that all attachments are included and accessible in the converted PDF document.Maintain Email Formatting: Verify that the layout and structure of the original MSG files are retained post-conversion.Consider Security: Implement encryption or password protection where necessary to safeguard sensitive information within PDF documents.Applications and Benefits of MSG to PDF ConversionLegal and Compliance: Facilitate legal documentation storage and compliance with document retention policies.Archiving: Create searchable archives of important email communications for easy retrieval and reference.Sharing and Collaboration: Simplify sharing of email threads and conversations with external parties who may not have access to Outlook.ConclusionConverting MSG files to PDF enhances document accessibility, facilitates efficient document management, and ensures compatibility across platforms and devices. Whether you opt for manual methods or leverage automated tools, mastering MSG to PDF conversion empowers you to streamline your workflow and enhance productivity. Read More
Introducing dynamic watermarking for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Hi, Microsoft 365 Insiders,
Exciting news! Introducing dynamic watermarking, a new feature for sensitivity labels in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for Windows and the web. This feature can deter users from leaking sensitive information and attribute leaks if they occur.
Read our latest blog by Camille Birch, Product Manager on the Office Purview team: Introducing dynamic watermarking for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Thanks!
Perry Sjogren
Microsoft 365 Insider Community Manager
Become a Microsoft 365 Insider and gain exclusive access to new features and help shape the future of Microsoft 365. Join Now: Windows | Mac | iOS | Android
Hi, Microsoft 365 Insiders,
Exciting news! Introducing dynamic watermarking, a new feature for sensitivity labels in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for Windows and the web. This feature can deter users from leaking sensitive information and attribute leaks if they occur.
Read our latest blog by Camille Birch, Product Manager on the Office Purview team: Introducing dynamic watermarking for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Thanks!
Perry Sjogren
Microsoft 365 Insider Community Manager
Become a Microsoft 365 Insider and gain exclusive access to new features and help shape the future of Microsoft 365. Join Now: Windows | Mac | iOS | Android Read More
OneNote Copilot now supports inked notes
We released OneNote Copilot in November 2023, and initially this feature could only read and analyze typed text. But now Copilot is able to analyze both typed text and handwritten (inked) notes in OneNote, both via the ribbon and from the canvas!
How it works
To access OneNote Copilot via the ribbon:
Open OneNote and navigate to a section of handwritten ink.
Select the Copilot icon on the ribbon to open the Copilot pane.
Ask Copilot a question about your handwritten ink notes.
To access OneNote Copilot via the canvas:
Select a group of ink strokes with touch, pen, or mouse.
Click on the Copilot icon to open the dropdown menu.
Select one of the Copilot menu prompts and let Copilot do its magic — summarize, rewrite, or even generate a To-Do list!
Scenarios to try
Ask Copilot a question about your OneNote notebook that contains handwritten and text notes to get an answer instantly.
Prompt Copilot to summarize your inked notes in preparation for a meeting or an exam.
Select To-Do from the Copilot menu on the canvas to create a task list based on the content of your handwritten notes.
Availability
This feature is available to Insiders running OneNote on Windows Version 2404 (Build 17628.20006) or later.
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Prepare-PlacesEnablement script fails with “Please run the PreparePlacesPowershell7 script first”
And yet I literally ran PreparePlacesGroups.ps1 before this in the same Admin PowerShell Window. Suggestions?
PS C:program filesWindowsPowerShellScripts> PreparePlacesGroups.ps1
Adding the Exchange module
Untrusted repository
You are installing the modules from an untrusted repository. If you trust this repository, change its
InstallationPolicy value by running the Set-PSRepository cmdlet. Are you sure you want to install the modules from
‘PSGallery’?
[Y] Yes [A] Yes to All [N] No [L] No to All [S] Suspend [?] Help (default is “N”): y
WARNING: Version ‘3.2.0’ of module ‘ExchangeOnlineManagement’ is already installed at
‘C:Usersakuhn-adminDocumentsWindowsPowerShellModulesExchangeOnlineManagement3.2.0’. To install version ‘3.5.1’,
run Install-Module and add the -Force parameter, this command will install version ‘3.5.1’ side-by-side with version
‘3.2.0’.
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This V3 EXO PowerShell module contains new REST API backed Exchange Online cmdlets which doesn’t require WinRM for Client-Server communication. You can now run these cmdlets after turning off WinRM Basic Auth in your client machine thus making it more secure.
Unlike the EXO* prefixed cmdlets, the cmdlets in this module support full functional parity with the RPS (V1) cmdlets.
V3 cmdlets in the downloaded module are resilient to transient failures, handling retries and throttling errors inherently.
REST backed EOP and SCC cmdlets are also available in the V3 module. Similar to EXO, the cmdlets can be run without WinRM basic auth enabled.
For more information check https://aka.ms/exov3-module
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Creating a security group – Places Users
Creating a security group – Places Mobile Users
Creating a security group – Places Analytics Users
Creating a security group – Places Advanced Features
Creating a security group – Places Finder Users
Adding Places Advanced Feature Users to the Places Users group
Adding Places Mobile Users to the Places Advanced Features group
Adding Places Analytics Users to the Places Advanced Features group
Adding Places Finder Users to the Places Advanced Features group
Places Security Groups have been created.
And then
PS C:program filesWindowsPowerShellScripts> dir
Directory: C:program filesWindowsPowerShellScripts
Mode LastWriteTime Length Name
—- ————- —— —-
d—– 7/11/2024 12:00 PM InstalledScriptInfos
-a—- 7/9/2024 9:18 PM 7175 Prepare-PlacesEnablement.ps1
-a—- 7/9/2024 9:18 PM 4167 PreparePlacesGroups.ps1
PS C:program filesWindowsPowerShellScripts> Prepare-PlacesEnablement.ps1 -PlacesWebApp $true -PlacesAdvancedFeatures $true -PlacesAnalytics $true -PlacesMobileApp $true -PlacesFinder $true
C:Program FilesWindowsPowerShellScriptsPrepare-PlacesEnablement.ps1 : Please run the PreparePlacesPowershell7
script first
At line:1 char:1
+ Prepare-PlacesEnablement.ps1 -PlacesWebApp $true -PlacesAdvancedFeatu …
+ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
+ CategoryInfo : NotSpecified: (:) [Write-Error], WriteErrorException
+ FullyQualifiedErrorId : Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.WriteErrorException,Prepare-PlacesEnablement.ps1
And yet I literally ran PreparePlacesGroups.ps1 before this in the same Admin PowerShell Window. Suggestions? PS C:program filesWindowsPowerShellScripts> PreparePlacesGroups.ps1Adding the Exchange moduleUntrusted repositoryYou are installing the modules from an untrusted repository. If you trust this repository, change itsInstallationPolicy value by running the Set-PSRepository cmdlet. Are you sure you want to install the modules from’PSGallery’?[Y] Yes [A] Yes to All [N] No [L] No to All [S] Suspend [?] Help (default is “N”): yWARNING: Version ‘3.2.0’ of module ‘ExchangeOnlineManagement’ is already installed at’C:Usersakuhn-adminDocumentsWindowsPowerShellModulesExchangeOnlineManagement3.2.0′. To install version ‘3.5.1’,run Install-Module and add the -Force parameter, this command will install version ‘3.5.1’ side-by-side with version’3.2.0′.—————————————————————————————-This V3 EXO PowerShell module contains new REST API backed Exchange Online cmdlets which doesn’t require WinRM for Client-Server communication. You can now run these cmdlets after turning off WinRM Basic Auth in your client machine thus making it more secure.Unlike the EXO* prefixed cmdlets, the cmdlets in this module support full functional parity with the RPS (V1) cmdlets.V3 cmdlets in the downloaded module are resilient to transient failures, handling retries and throttling errors inherently.REST backed EOP and SCC cmdlets are also available in the V3 module. Similar to EXO, the cmdlets can be run without WinRM basic auth enabled.For more information check https://aka.ms/exov3-module—————————————————————————————-Creating a security group – Places UsersCreating a security group – Places Mobile UsersCreating a security group – Places Analytics UsersCreating a security group – Places Advanced FeaturesCreating a security group – Places Finder UsersAdding Places Advanced Feature Users to the Places Users groupAdding Places Mobile Users to the Places Advanced Features groupAdding Places Analytics Users to the Places Advanced Features groupAdding Places Finder Users to the Places Advanced Features groupPlaces Security Groups have been created. And then PS C:program filesWindowsPowerShellScripts> dirDirectory: C:program filesWindowsPowerShellScriptsMode LastWriteTime Length Name—- ————- —— —-d—– 7/11/2024 12:00 PM InstalledScriptInfos-a—- 7/9/2024 9:18 PM 7175 Prepare-PlacesEnablement.ps1-a—- 7/9/2024 9:18 PM 4167 PreparePlacesGroups.ps1PS C:program filesWindowsPowerShellScripts> Prepare-PlacesEnablement.ps1 -PlacesWebApp $true -PlacesAdvancedFeatures $true -PlacesAnalytics $true -PlacesMobileApp $true -PlacesFinder $trueC:Program FilesWindowsPowerShellScriptsPrepare-PlacesEnablement.ps1 : Please run the PreparePlacesPowershell7script firstAt line:1 char:1+ Prepare-PlacesEnablement.ps1 -PlacesWebApp $true -PlacesAdvancedFeatu …+ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~+ CategoryInfo : NotSpecified: (:) [Write-Error], WriteErrorException+ FullyQualifiedErrorId : Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.WriteErrorException,Prepare-PlacesEnablement.ps1 Read More
Guest sharing now available in Microsoft Loop
Hi, Microsoft 365 Insiders,
We’re happy to announce a major update for Microsoft Loop: guest sharing is now live! We’ve heard from many of you that you’d love the flexibility to work in Loop with people outside of your organizations. Now we’re making that possible, with easy guest sharing of Loop workspaces, pages, and components.
Whether you’re working on a project, brainstorming ideas, or managing tasks, the ability to share Loops with guests brings a new level of flexibility and efficiency to your work. Learn more about how to utilize guest sharing in Microsoft Loop in our latest blog by Brian Meersma, Product Manager on the Loop team: Guest sharing now available in Microsoft Loop
Thanks!
Perry Sjogren
Microsoft 365 Insider Community Manager
Become a Microsoft 365 Insider and gain exclusive access to new features and help shape the future of Microsoft 365. Join Now: Windows | Mac | iOS | Android
Hi, Microsoft 365 Insiders,
We’re happy to announce a major update for Microsoft Loop: guest sharing is now live! We’ve heard from many of you that you’d love the flexibility to work in Loop with people outside of your organizations. Now we’re making that possible, with easy guest sharing of Loop workspaces, pages, and components.
Whether you’re working on a project, brainstorming ideas, or managing tasks, the ability to share Loops with guests brings a new level of flexibility and efficiency to your work. Learn more about how to utilize guest sharing in Microsoft Loop in our latest blog by Brian Meersma, Product Manager on the Loop team: Guest sharing now available in Microsoft Loop
Thanks!
Perry Sjogren
Microsoft 365 Insider Community Manager
Become a Microsoft 365 Insider and gain exclusive access to new features and help shape the future of Microsoft 365. Join Now: Windows | Mac | iOS | Android Read More