Darnell I.T. Solutions

12/01/2025

The Windows 11 lock screen is getting an upgrade. Soon, you’ll be able to customise or remove widgets like Weather or Sports; creating a cleaner, distraction-free zone, so you and your team can focus on the important stuff

Microsoft enabled MSN-powered widgets for the lock screens for everyone, but it will finally let you choose what appears.

11/01/2025

If your employees work hybrid, good news: Microsoft Places is now available in Teams. It lets you know who's in the office when and takes the hassle out of booking meeting spaces, so you can get together easily

Microsoft Teams will integrate Places, a new platform, to allow employees to book offices on their own.

10/01/2025

Good news: New Windows 11 features are on the way. Seamlessly pick up OneDrive files from your phone on your PC, plus enjoy stronger passwordless logins. Will these features be helpful for you and your team?

https://www.neowin.net/news/kb5046756-windows-11-gets-some-file-explorer-performance-boost-better-authenticator/

09/01/2025

Did you know 9th January is a milestone in Apple’s history? From launching iTunes in 2001 to the iPhone in 2007, their innovations reshaped tech - even for Windows fans. What tech products have most influenced your business?

January 9, 2001 Steve Jobs introduces iTunes at Macworld. At the time, it only ran on Macintosh computers and there was no such thing as an iPod or an iTunes Store. I don’t think anyone at the time knew what a big deal iTunes was about to become. The graphic shows the evolution of the…

08/01/2025

Phishing attacks are a huge threat to businesses, and Microsoft just shut down 240 malicious sites used by scammers. Although it's a great step forward, scams are always evolving. How are you protecting your business?

Domains used by ONNX customers were used to target victims worldwide

07/01/2025

Outlook is adding a feature that lets you move emails between accounts - perfect for managing business inboxes. For security, it's not turned on by default, so admins need to enable it. Will you be using this feature?

Outlook will let users move emails between professional and personal accounts, with just a few clicks.

06/01/2025

Windows 11 File Explorer is getting smarter, with a new tab view for opening files. You'll also be able to turn off OneDrive backup reminders. Just make sure you're using an alternative backup system for your business

Windows 11 File Explorer now lets you open the folder in a new tab and turn off OneDrive backup reminders.

05/01/2025

Microsoft Edge’s new Feature Usage sync keeps browser activity consistent across devices. It’s great for businesses to track workflows and improve productivity. It’s rolling out this month - will you and your team use it?

Microsoft Edge's newest Feature Usage will make a report out of the all activity you do in the browser across all platforms.

04/01/2025

Microsoft’s upgraded Sticky Notes now integrates with OneNote. Jot down ideas, take screenshots, and save source info, all in one place. It’s a simple way for you and your team to stay organised and productive

Today, Microsoft announced that this new Sticky Notes experience is now rolling out to all Windows users worldwide.

03/01/2025

Let’s make 2025 the year we outsmart cyber criminals. Phishing surged last year, and cyber attacks got more advanced. With stronger defences and cyber security training, we can help make this year a safer one for your business #2025

Commodity attacks overwhelm security systems, requiring stronger protective strategies

02/01/2025

On this day in 1979, VisiCalc, the world’s first spreadsheet software, transformed the PC from a fun gadget to a business essential - paving the way for Excel and more. What spreadsheet software does your team use today?

January 2, 1979 Dan Bricklin and Bob Frankston, developers of the world’s first spreadsheet software, incorporate Software Arts to be the parent company for their product, VisiCalc. VisiCalc was introduced and then shipped later in the year and became the first “killer app” for the personal co...

01/01/2025

Happy new year. Good news from Windows 11 and Microsoft 365: Rebootless updates have arrived. Hotpatches apply security fixes instantly - no need to restart your PC. Protection without disruption

No hot patch rollout for Windows 11 Home and Pro has been announced yet.