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Microsoft Adds Windows Client Support to Azure Backup

Microsoft's Azure Backup service is now capable of backing up data from Windows 7 Service Pack 1, Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 machines, thanks to an update released this week.

Microsoft Irons Out Bluescreen Problems in Windows 10 Preview

Microsoft has fixed the major bluescreen problems that have been reported by testers of some Windows 10 preview builds, the company said this week.

Salesforce.com Bridges Gap with SharePoint and OneDrive Files

Salesforce.com on Wednesday unveiled its new Salesforce Files Connect product, which is designed to bridge its cloud-based CRM services with file repositories from other companies, including Microsoft.

Microsoft Folds Yammer Enterprise into Office 365 for Kiosks

Microsoft on Tuesday announced that one of its Office 365 kiosk-style plans, Office 365 "Enterprise K1," will now have enterprise social networking capabilities via Yammer Enterprise.

RCP's 2014 Wrap-Up: Top 10 Blogs and Commentary of the Year

Microsoft's Action Pack revamp was a hot topic, but so were Satya Nadella's epic-length "vision statement" and Windows Phone's continuing troubles. Here are the most popular blog posts and columns of 2014.

Microsoft Releases Public Preview of Azure AD Connect

Microsoft this week launched a public preview of its Azure Active Directory (AD) Connect tool and announced plans to discontinue its other sync tools.

Microsoft Expands Preview Program for 'Sway' Office App

Users interested in trying out Microsoft's new Sway Office app can now access the preview release without having to join a wait list.

Microsoft Rolls Out Multiple Azure Services

Microsoft released a number of improvements to its sprawling Azure cloud platform last week, some of them in preview and some in general availability.

RCP's 2014 Wrap-Up: Top 10 Features of the Year

From our coverage of various Microsoft Partner Network changes to our review of the Surface Pro 3, here are the most popular in-depth features on RCPmag.com this year.

Microsoft Acquires German Mobile App Analytics Firm

Microsoft on Thursday announced it has acquired Stuttgart, Germany-based HockeyApp, a provider of mobile app crash analytics services for software developers.

Microsoft To Spotlight Windows 10's Consumer Perks Next Month

Microsoft will showcase Windows 10's consumer features in a live-streamed event from its Redmond, Wash., campus on Jan. 21., the company announced on Thursday.

Microsoft Gives Intune Mobile Management Boost with Latest Update

This week's Microsoft Intune update is delivering on Microsoft's promise of expanded mobile capabilities.

Report: Microsoft Axing Another Feature from SharePoint Online

The "Office 365 Public Sites" feature may be the latest feature that Microsoft plans to drop from SharePoint Online.

Microsoft Updates Government-Focused Cloud Offerings

Microsoft on Tuesday announced several milestones for its roster of cloud services aimed at public sector agencies.

Microsoft, Accenture Collaborate on Hybrid Cloud Platform

Microsoft is partnering with IT consulting giant Accenture on a hybrid cloud platform aimed at promoting and supporting cloud use among enterprises.

Microsoft Clarifies Its Windows 10 Release Timeframe

Windows 10 will become generally available by "late summer" or "early fall" of 2015, said Microsoft Chief Operating Officer Kevin Turner on Thursday.

Microsoft Adds Video Calling to Lync and Skype

It is now possible for Microsoft Lync users to make video calls with users of Skype, and vice versa, Microsoft announced on Friday.

Microsoft and Barnes & Noble Call Quits on Partnership

The $300 million investment deal between Microsoft and Barnes & Noble is coming to an end, according to two 8-K Securities and Exchange Commission filings posted by the bookseller on Thursday.

Azure RemoteApp Reaching General Availability Next Week

Microsoft's new Azure RemoteApp service will be available for purchase starting Dec. 11, Microsoft announced Thursday.

Report: Windows 10 Consumer Preview Coming January

A consumer preview release of Windows 10 will be issued sometime next month, according to a report Wednesday by veteran Microsoft watcher Mary Jo Foley.