Microsoft Tech News - Special Edition: Microsoft Ignite 2021

Get highlights and news from the Microsoft Ignite digital event.

March 9, 2021

Watch now: View Microsoft Ignite 2021 sessions on demand Learn about new tools, watch demos, and explore the latest technologies. Check out the Ignite session catalog to view sessions on demand, download additional resources, and find deeper training opportunities.   Demo: Microsoft Mesh Take an early look at collaborative, mixed reality experiences in Microsoft Mesh. Get a hands-on tour to see how Microsoft Mesh helps groups work together from anywhere.   Announcing: Windows Server 2022 Preview Windows Server 2022 Preview is now available to download or try in Azure. This release includes new security capabilities, improvements for hybrid management, and enhancements for running applications in containers. Get details and find out how to try the preview.   Azure Migrate: Unified tools to discover and assess resources See how the latest updates to Azure Migrate simplify migration by providing a unified environment to discover and assess your servers, databases, and apps.

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Overview of Microsoft 365 updates Explore recent and upcoming updates in Microsoft 365, including new admin controls, enhanced collaboration tools, and Microsoft Viva, the new employee experience platform. Learn More Announcing: Windows Admin Center in the Azure portal – now in preview Windows Admin Center is now available for public preview in the Azure portal. This new capability offers seamless management of your Windows Server Azure infrastructure as a service virtual machines from within the Azure portal. Learn More How to go passwordless Learn about the latest authentication updates in Azure Active Directory that will help you eliminate passwords in your organization. Explore FIDO2 security keys, the Microsoft Authenticator app, and new reporting capabilities. Learn More Microsoft Power Platform: Security and governance Review the latest governance capabilities in Microsoft Power Platform. Get a look at granular data loss prevention controls and enhanced visibility through new built-in analytics. Learn More New Azure Arc capabilities Azure Arc extends Azure management and services to any infrastructure. Learn about new Azure Arc innovations that support more scenarios. Learn More Security in a Zero Trust world Explore updates and innovations across a variety of Microsoft solutions that help with the latest threats and security strategies. Learn More Run Windows Server on Azure Discover why Azure is an ideal place to run Windows Server. Find out how Azure Automanage, Azure Arc, and other Azure tools make it easier to run and manage Windows Server in the cloud. Learn More Achieve resilience and accelerate growth with your Azure migration Get an overview of new guidance and tools that will help with your cloud transformation. Learn More

Events   Digital event: Azure AI Hackathon Through April 5, 2021, online Put your skills to the test and apply Azure AI to a new or existing project. Build AI-powered apps with pretrained models or create your own machine learning models for a chance to win.   Webinar: Assess Your SQL Server Estate with Azure Migrate March 17, 2021, online Learn how to use new functionality in Azure Migrate to discover and assess your SQL Server deployment and simplify plans for your cloud migration.   Digital event: Include 2021 March 17, 2021, online Real progress doesn't happen without work. Register for this global event to hear from leading experts on diversity and inclusion, and gain insights about driving systemic and individual change.   Webinar: .NET Web App and Azure SQL Security on Azure March 23, 2021, online Find out how migrating ASP.NET web apps and SQL databases to Azure can provide increased security for your most valued web applications and databases.   Digital event: Extend to the Cloud with Azure VMware Solution March 23, 2021, online Register for this free event and learn how to run VMware natively on Azure. Get best practices, watch demos of Azure VMware Solution in action, and hear about the latest product features.   Webinar: Expert Tips to Easily Migrate Your Ubuntu Stack to Azure March 30, 2021, online Hear from Ubuntu experts and learn how to choose the right Ubuntu offering that suits your needs when migrating to Azure.   Microsoft Business Applications Launch Event April 6, 2021, online Get an in-depth look at the new applications, features, and capabilities available across Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Power Platform. Hear from the experts and get answers to your questions during the live Q&A session.   Digital event: Cloud Migration and Modernization with Azure April 8, 2021, online Register for this free session to learn technical skills and find out how the cloud helps you build resilience for your environment. Learn how to migrate and modernize your apps, databases, and infrastructure in the cloud.   Digital event: Global Azure 2021 April 15–17, 2021, online Join a three-day virtual conference to hear from industry and community leaders. Share, learn, and have fun as you connect with Azure community members from around the world.   Game Stack Live April 20–21, 2021, online Register for a two-day digital event and delve into game development. Explore Microsoft tools and services empowering game development, join deep dive sessions, and connect with other game developers.

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The importance of remote access to government agencies

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View as webpage Microsoft in Government — March 2021 — Chesterfield County, Virginia embraces modern collaboration in the nick of time Learn more Key headlines COVID-19 accelerates defense agencies adoption of new technologies Read how Microsoft is helping Defense and Intelligence agencies focus on four key areas in the new age of remote work. Crisis Response & Recovery Resources for State & Local Government Microsoft is committed to supporting public health and safety by equipping state & local governments with the resources they need to slow the spread of the pandemic and revive the economy. The importance of remote access to government agencies Learn the three key areas to consider as governments undertake their digital transformation journey. Special Offer Free trial offer for Office 365 for US Government Office 365 U. S. Government is the best choice for government organizations with advanced IT requirements that want the flexibility to move to the cloud at their own pace. Get the free trial Upcoming events & webinars Virtual event Business Applications in Government: IL5 Launch, GCC announcements, and more! Thursday, March 11 | 6:00 AM PT / 9:00 AM ET Join us for this half day event to hear from Microsoft executives about the launch of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform at IL5. Register now Virtual event Microsoft Virtual National Security Symposium March 16–18 | 7:00 AM PT / 10:00 AM ET Hear from top executives and experts on security, Azure Space, 5G, zero trust, wargaming, DevSecOps, AI and analytics, multi-cloud deployments and more. Register now On demand events Microsoft Industry Digital Forum: Using data to inform policy making in times of crisis Virtual Government Summit: Building Resilience for a Better Tomorrow COVID-19 Vaccination, Registration, and Management Enable more secure, compliant collaboration with Microsoft Teams Government Leaders Summit View all upcoming events in your area Get industry news and updates delivered right to your inbox! Did someone forward or share this email with you? Subscribe today, so you don't miss the next issue. Subscribe Follow us: Unsubscribe | Privacy Statement Microsoft Corporation One Microsoft Way Redmond, WA 98052

Microsoft Tech News - Explore Windows 10 in cloud configuration and manage Azure from your phone

Learn about cloud configuration for Windows 10 and the Azure mobile app.

February 25, 2021

Windows 10 in cloud configuration Discover an easy way to apply a uniform set of configurations to Windows 10 devices that transforms them into streamlined, easy-to-manage endpoints.   How to: Manage Azure from your phone See how to use the Azure mobile app to monitor and manage your Azure environment from the convenience of your phone.   Announcing: Azure Firewall Premium Preview Azure Firewall Premium (currently in preview) provides advanced firewall capabilities that are necessary for highly sensitive and regulated environments. Get an overview of the new features available with Azure Firewall Premium.   Microsoft Business Applications Launch Event April 6, 2021, online Get an in-depth look at the new applications, features, and capabilities available across Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Power Platform. Hear from the experts and get answers to your questions during the live Q&A session.

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Mark Russinovich on Microsoft Azure hybrid solutions Azure CTO Mark Russinovich discusses the broad range of possibilities within your hybrid strategy, focusing on Azure Stack HCI, Azure Arc for deep insights, and Azure Sentinel. Learn More Microsoft Learn: Carnegie Mellon University Cloud Admin Course Check out free Microsoft Learn training opportunities to grow your cloud skills. Learn how to manage and monitor cloud resources. Learn More Introduction to Git Learn about the importance of version control, get an intro to the basics of Git, and find out what makes it unique. See how to start a Git project and track changes. Learn More Get the most out of Microsoft 365 Defender Explore best practices and recommendations for using Microsoft 365 Defender features and APIs to enhance your automation. Learn More On demand: Modernize Your Network Security Strategy Learn how to take a Zero Trust approach to help secure your cloud and hybrid networks. Learn More Introducing the private Azure Marketplace Find out how the new private Azure Marketplace simplifies governance by letting you manage which apps are preapproved for deployment in your company. Learn More Back up Linux virtual machines running mission-critical workloads Learn about the backup and restore capabilities offered by the Azure Backup service. Learn how the service helps protect mission-critical workloads and data in Linux virtual machines. Learn More Combining Microsoft Defender Antivirus and Defender for Endpoint Explore common gaps in endpoint security and learn about 12 key benefits of using Defender Antivirus and Defender for Endpoint together in your security strategy. Learn More

Events   Digital event: Azure AI Hackathon Through April 5, 2021, online Put your skills to the test and apply Azure AI to a new or existing project. Build AI-powered apps with pretrained models or create your own machine learning models for a chance to win.   Digital event: Microsoft Ignite March 2–4, 2021, online Register for this digital experience to learn new skills, connect with peers, and explore the latest technology. Check out the schedule and start planning your experience.   Webinar: Manage Kubernetes and Data Services Anywhere with Azure Arc March 9, 2021, online Learn about the latest Azure Arc capabilities to help you manage Kubernetes clusters and data services wherever they are.   Webinar: Expert Tips to Easily Migrate Your Ubuntu Stack to Azure March 10, 2021, online Hear from Ubuntu experts and learn how to choose the right Ubuntu offering that suits your needs when migrating to Azure.   Digital event: Include 2021 March 17, 2021, online Real progress doesn't happen without work. Register for this global event to hear from leading experts on diversity and inclusion, and gain insights about driving systemic and individual change.   Digital event: Extend to the Cloud with Azure VMware Solution March 23, 2021, online Register for this free event and learn how to run VMware natively on Azure. Get best practices, watch demos of Azure VMware Solution in action, and hear about the latest product features.   Microsoft Business Applications Launch Event April 6, 2021, online Get an in-depth look at the new applications, features, and capabilities available across Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Power Platform. Hear from the experts and get answers to your questions during the live Q&A session.   Digital event: Global Azure 2021 April 15–17, 2021, online Join a three-day virtual conference to hear from industry and community leaders. Share, learn, and have fun as you connect with Azure community members from around the world.

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