Basically title!
I have been postponing the update because I didn't want any of my app and files be affected and install again or fixt it. So win10 support coming to end should I update my system?

Announcing subsciption plan for using windows pc instead of creating a proper hardware to compete with its competitors is just shameful.

Already replacing one time purchase with subscription only model for microsft apps and now they want to charge you monthly to use your PC on the cloud is next level of day light robbery.

This is the begining of where the company is heading towards. Paying everymonth to turn your pc on.

All my queries are getting an error.

Anyone else have the same issue today?

A talent sourcer from Microsoft recently reached out to me on LinkedIn about a very interesting project and team focused on multimodal AI. It sounds super interesting, so I scheduled a call this week.

What kind of questions should I expect during this call? I assume it won’t be technical or involve coding rounds at this stage, right? How can I best prepare for it?

Thanks so much! Any help is greatly appreciated 🙏

Ah, Microsoft Ignite 2024, where dreams of a seamless tech conference come to die. First up, the keynote—a cornerstone of the event. Too bad it felt like a game of musical chairs with no actual chairs. Not enough room? No problem! Just shuffle us into a random overflow theater. Because, you know, I totally traveled all this way to not see the keynote in person. Could’ve stayed home, saved my airfare, and watched it in my pajamas.

And breakfast? Oh, you mean the glorious feast of fruits and coffee. Truly a buffet worthy of tech leaders and innovators. Sarcasm aside, I didn’t realize “healthy breakfast” now means “one sad banana and a cup of lukewarm brew.”

But wait, there’s more! Let’s talk about the crowd—because apparently, everyone and their neighbor was invited without any thought for capacity. Navigating through this sardine-packed chaos is the new extreme sport.

Microsoft Ignite used to be the pinnacle of tech conferences. Now? It’s just a poorly executed TED Talk. Bravo, Microsoft, bravo.

Microsoft Ignite begins today, bringing together tech enthusiasts, professionals, and innovators from around the world. The event is set to showcase updates across AI, cloud technologies, and productivity tools, with plenty of insights into Microsoft’s future plans.

Some highlights to watch for:

• Developments in Copilot and its integration into workflows.
• Updates to Azure and other cloud services.
• Insights into Quantum Computing and emerging technologies.

What sessions or announcements are you most curious about?

Every time I use the word very in a word document it underlines it and tells me to change it to another, far more unconventional word. Why is it like this? Quite silly if you ask me, or should I say very silly.

Microsoft is about to End of Life Windows 10. The requirement for Windows 11 is that a computer is installed with TPM(Remote Kill Switch). Seems suspect as hell that they are so persistent with forcing me to purchase new hardware to continue using the product that should be getting regular exploit patching.
IE
https://www.securityweek.com/security-defects-in-tpm-2-0-spec-raise-alarm-bells/

Quick question: what is a good way to get enough points for a roblox gift card? Possibly something that takes like 5-10 minutes a day, and that gives a decent amount of points (not asking for immediate results ofc, but something that's worth it) thank you!!

So i was messing around with the CO Pilot AI, and i asked a question, it answered and there was like music playing sounded like someone was playing music in the background. I reset the AI and it said how is my famous "country" doing today, i asked it how do you know where im from "i checked through ur settings", i did another restart and i asked it do you know where im from "no" can you check through my settings "no", has anyone else experienced something like this?!

We're already at Microsoft Ignite 2024's Pre-Day in Chicago. Which speakers are you DEF not missing out on? What are you psyched for?

Hello, any news if Sculpt will be relaunched? The best keyboard i have ever had.

I was just wondering what would be the best option to push out URL shortcuts, GPO or MCM. The URL needs to be for certain users, so I was thinking creating a security group through AD would of been the better option.

I'm considering a move to Microsoft. I'm currently working with a startup and the scale of the business means there will only be work on small uninteresting projects for me for the time being until we scale.

Anyone move from a startup and regret it?

Hi everyone. I'm making a research for joining the Microsoft Virus Initiative and would like to ask some questions. Really appreciate for your help

(1) about evidences for being active in the antimalware industry, what kinds of evidences should we provide? In addition, is it okay to only be reviewed by Gartner/OPWSAT, or we need to get some certification or get into Magic Quardant?

(2) what is the criteria for keeping being member of MVI and what is your suggestion for maintaining them?

Many thanks

With the holiday sales upon us I'd like to buy a laptop. And it's only been a few years since I've switched from Mac to PC so I'm not very familiar with all the operating systems and graphic cards. Screen size and hard drive size can be on the smaller end. I have cloud storage with a few of my email accounts, external drives these days are inexpensive. My main usage for this will be database management, working with Microsoft Excell and office products. I will always have multiple spreadsheet open and a bunch of windows on my browser. I'd also be using canva and Adobe products for editing pdfs and marketing materials and graphic design use. I'd like it to be well rounded enough to do that and play some games on occasion using the Xbox app, possible play some pc games but nothing crazy or VR like.. My budget isn't the greatest so I am hoping to find a model thats refurbished or open box so it allows me to buy something more powerful. I also would like this to last me a few years and not become obselet within two year. The entire thing is overwhelming to me. Any suggestions would be appreciated, especially links to something on sale for black friday cyber Monday.

Gratefully, Vincent

I had 3 interviews with Microsoft in Europe for a non-technical job. The last interview was on October 7 and it was with the hiring manager. I was wondering how the usual duration is for a call up for the next step of recruitment. Does it usually take so long and should I consider that I am not selected ? The action Center says it’s still in the interview stages.

Hello, Reddit community!

I’ve been reflecting on the tools we use to manage and secure our secrets—everything from passwords to sensitive data. With the increasing complexity of digital life, having a reliable and comprehensive solution for managing and storing secrets is critical. I wanted to compare two tools I’ve used extensively: Microsoft Authenticator and 1Password.

Here’s my take:

Core Features Both Tools Offer

Both Microsoft Authenticator and 1Password share some basic functionalities:

1. Password Management: Both tools securely store and manage credentials.
2. MFA Token Support: Each supports TOTP-based codes, adding a layer of security for multi-factor authentication.
3. Cross-Mobile Platform Support: They work on iOS and Android, and sync data across devices.
4. Secure Storage: Data stored in both apps is encrypted and protected from unauthorized access.
5. Sync Across Devices: Both enable seamless synchronization for access from anywhere.

Why 1Password Stands Out

1Password takes secret management to a whole new level by supporting a wider range of secret types, including:

• Passwords and MFA Tokens: Just like Microsoft Authenticator.
• Certificates and Keys: Securely store SSL/TLS certificates and SSH keys.
• API Secrets: Manage API keys and application credentials safely.
• Personal Data: Store credit card information, private notes, ID numbers, and more.

Additionally, 1Password excels at autofill. It’s not just about filling usernames and passwords:

• Automatically fills username and password (First Factor Authentication) and TOTP codes or Passkeys (Second Factor Authentication).
• Completes logins with one click, even submitting login forms on your behalf.
• Fully supports autofill across browsers, desktop, and mobile app.

1Password also offers cross desktop and mobile platform supports including web browser extensions and controlled sharing of secrets with teams or family members. It’s a one-stop solution for managing every type of sensitive data.

Where Microsoft Authenticator Shines

Microsoft Authenticator focuses on solely identity verification and works seamlessly with the Microsoft ecosystem. Key features include:

• Push Notifications for MFA: Approve logins with a tap, sometimes requiring number matching for added security.
• Passwordless Authentication: Works great with Azure AD and Microsoft accounts.
• Offline MFA Support: Generate TOTP codes without an internet connection.

However, it’s limited to managing passwords and MFA tokens and relies heavily on mobile devices for interaction.

The User Experience Gap

One of the biggest differences is the user experience:

• With 1Password, you don’t need to pick up your phone every time. Its browser extensions and desktop apps make secret management effortless.
• Microsoft Authenticator, while excellent for MFA, often requires users to unlock their phones and manually approve prompts—this can get cumbersome, especially during frequent logins.

Suggestions for Microsoft Authenticator

To match the versatility of 1Password, Microsoft Authenticator could:

• Expand support for different secret types (e.g., API keys, certificates, personal data).
• Improve autofill capabilities for passwords and MFA codes.
• Offer better cross-platform and browser extension support for users who prefer desktop workflows.

Conclusion

Both tools are great for specific purposes. If you’re deeply tied to the Microsoft ecosystem and primarily need MFA, Microsoft Authenticator is a solid choice. However, if you need a comprehensive solution for managing all types of secrets, 1Password stands out as the superior tool. It not only enhances security but also simplifies workflows with its user-friendly features.

What are your thoughts? Have you used both tools? I’d love to hear how you manage your secrets and whether there are other tools you prefer.

Microsoft Start Mobile app is gone, MSN app is here!

Completed my Codility test this evening for Senior SWE position in Microsoft Ireland.

Read the first question and panicked. It was a BFS problem to find the total number of paths in a nxm grid.

Read the second question, Find unique nodes visited in an n-ary tree given a random list of starting nodes. Actually completed this pretty quickly and fairly sure I solved it.

Went back to path question, wrote out the entire solution, it failed to compile and I ran out of time.

So, 1 solved, 1 coded but didn't compile. What are my chances?

Is Devices org doing well? How's the culture

Amazon Fintech org (TC: 270k) vs Microsoft Defender (TC: 215k) both are SDE2 roles in Seattle. YOE: 4

I'm on F-1 visa and also thinking about potential immigration options if H1-B is not picked in lottery.

I have used Microsoft Authenticator for MFA, Password Vault and Autofill Service. It worked well as I could use the same app/service across my phone, PCs and multiple browsers.

I just received a notification suggesting autofill extension is shutting down Dec 14, 2024. It looks like I maybe able to use autofill on Edge with Microsoft Wallet but it won't work on Chrome or other non-MSFT Chromium based browsers. This is disappointing as this was one of things that worked well.

What alternatives are out there that can do all 3? i.e. MFA, Password Vault and Autofill Service across phone and PC browsers?

Hello everyone,

I am very new to this world so any help would be massively appreciated.

I recently set up my own company and created a website / company email using NameCheap. Since my first ever email I have had an issue with all my emails going to spam with Outook / Hotmail. With Gmail I have no issue whatsoever and I have done multiple tests online which state my IP address is in good health and Mail tester is giving me 10/10 score.

The reason this is so important to me is because having just launched my own company, I need to be able to reach out to old clients / connections which is mostly done via email. I don't want to worry if my email made it to their inbox and if they have viewed it or not. At my previous company we sent out many new business emails on a daily basis and they all entered the inbox with no issues, which is something I didn't account for before starting my own company.

I purchased the domain and hosting servers (shared server) from NameCheap (maybe this is the issue, I don't know), I have set all the backend up correctly and spent hours on the live chat with them essentially trying everything to get my emails into the inbox. SPF, DKIM, and DMARC Records are all set up correctly. It is a new domain (20 days old), from the research I have conducted it suggests I need time to warm up the email and build a good reputation for the domain before it enters the inbox.

I then spoke with Microsoft live chat for another few hours and they was very helpful considering I am not a customer of there's but they also was unable to fix the problem. After continuous checks, Microsoft came to the decision it was due to the spam filters and there was nothing they could do their end. So I was just wondering if this is common?

Has anyone else experienced this issue and what did you do?

Is this normal for every new domain to enter the spam folder?

Should I bite the bullet and consider changing to a Microsoft / Gmail account? Obviously considerably more expensive but will this help the issue? Is it an easy process? Will I benefit from spending the extra £?

Again from my research conducted so far, I don't believe there is a short cut in getting out of spam but what sort of time scale am I looking at? Does anyone have any tips for speeding this process up?

I could reach out to my network and ask people if I could email them and for them to whitelist me, which is what was suggested from NameCheap but how many people would I need to do this? Are there any tips for this?

Should I give in and get my own dedicated IP Address? From the tests I conducted online it states the IP address is not the issue and may not change the results?

Any tools I should be using? Free if possible as budget is tight.

Why is it only Outlook / Hotmail that are affected? Do they have a stricter spam filter?

Once I am out of the spam will I have to be very careful not to go back into it?

Sorry for so many questions and again any help would be hugely appreciated.

I have a Microsoft surface pro 9 and annoyingly just lost my charger. I’m not sure which charger came with the device, but looking at the Microsoft store they’re quite pricey. I can see pretty cheap ones on Amazon, but is there any harm in using an off brand charger for my surface?