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Regular Microsoft Cloud information featuring Azure and Office365 with Microsoft MVP Robert Crane - A mix of current Microsoft cloud news, analysis and industry expert chat.
Episodes
Wednesday Oct 13, 2021
Wednesday Oct 13, 2021
Join for an episode with MVP Rory Braybrook where we learn more about modern identities, especially Azure including B2B and B2C. Identity is so critical to everything we do in IT these days it is important to have a refresher to understand what's what and how it can be used effectively. I'll also bring you the latest news and updates from the Microsoft cloud world so listen in and share your feedback.
Resources
Rory Braybrook - LinkedIn, Authory
Windows 11: A new era for the PC begins today
How cyberattacks are changing according to new Microsoft Digital Defense Report
Tuesday Sep 28, 2021
Tuesday Sep 28, 2021
In this episode I speak with George Farah from Ingram Micro Cloud about the changes in the partner economics brought about by the move to the Microsoft Cloud over the years. The discussion provides a great opportunity to pause and reflect on your business focus in today's IT environment.
I also cover off the latest Microsoft Cloud news to bring you right up and update.
Resources
George Farah - Linkedin, Email - george.farah@ingrammicro.com
Basic Authentication and Exchange Online – September 2021 Update
New minimum Outlook for Windows version requirements for Microsoft 365
Analyzing attacks that exploit the CVE-2021-40444 MSHTML vulnerability
A deep-dive into the SolarWinds Serv-U SSH vulnerability
Hunting for OMI Vulnerability Exploitation with Azure Sentinel
Introducing new Surface products, built for Windows 11
Viva Connections public preview is now available!
The passwordless future is here for your Microsoft account
Announcing General Availability of Azure AD-joined VMs support
Tuesday Sep 07, 2021
Tuesday Sep 07, 2021
Listen along as I speak with IT business owner David Nicholls from Solve Business Services on his journey to becoming a 'modern' cloud IT Professional. David shares the successful processes and approaches he has taken to 'transform' his business to be providing cloud support services.
Also, plenty of news and updates from the Microsoft Cloud, including the announcement date for Windows 11. so tune in to stay up to date.
This episode was recorded using Microsoft Teams and produced with Camtasia 2020.
Brought to you by www.ciaopspatron.com
Resources
David Nicholls - Web, Linkedin
Windows 11 available on October 5
Windows 11 preview is now available on Azure Virtual Desktop
Introducing Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Plan 1
Get free DMARC visibility with Valimail Authenticate and Microsoft Office 365
Announcing Apple M1 native support for Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
Simplifying the Quarantine Experience
Monday Aug 23, 2021
Monday Aug 23, 2021
In this episode MVP Kirsty McGrath shares her best practices and tips and tricks around delivering successful online learning. Note, we did have some technical issues with this episode, so it might sound a little different from what it normally does but don't let that stop you from listening along to all the great material. I also give a quick update at head of the show, for everything happening with the Microsoft Cloud.
This episode was recorded using Microsoft Teams and produced with Camtasia 2020.
Brought to you by www.ciaopspatron.com
Resources
Kirsty McGrath - MVP, Twitter, Linkedin, Web, Sydney UG, Melbourne UG, Instagram
Securing your Windows 365 Cloud PCs
Get started with Universal Print and Windows 365 Cloud PC
Welcome to the brand new Windows 365 Community!
Get Ready to Do More with Teams Meeting Recordings in Microsoft 365!
Microsoft Security Technical Content Library
Whitepaper-Transitioning-Asia-to-a-New-Normal-of-Work.pdf (microsoft.com)
Adapting workplace learning in the time of coronavirus (mckinsey.com)
https://www.howspace.com/resources/hybrid-learning-model
https://news.griffith.edu.au/2020/10/28/hybrid-remote-learning-models-still-needed-post-pandemic/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VD4oJGAgoMQ
https://www.wgu.edu/blog/what-is-cognitive-learning2003.html#close
Why Webinar Attendees Leave Early - a 1080 Group, LLC survey brief (thevirtualpresenter.com)
Hybrid Learning Transition Approaches | Microsoft Education
Monday Aug 09, 2021
Monday Aug 09, 2021
I speak with a long time personality in the SMB space, Linus Chang who is probably best known for his Backup Assist product that provides backup and recovery for your data in the cloud and also on premises. Linus has a wealth of experience in the software development and Microsoft space, so listen in for some fascinating insights.
I also bring all the latest announcements in the Microsoft Cloud, hot off the presses from Microsoft Inspire. Lots of big announcements there as well, so listen in and don't miss out.
This episode was recorded using Microsoft Teams and produced with Camtasia 2020.
Brought to you by www.ciaopspatron.com
Resources
Linus Chang - Linkedin, BackupAssist
Announcing the general availability of Windows 365
Get started with Windows 365 Business
Windows 365 admin setup and management tutorial for Cloud PCs
What’s New in Microsoft Teams | July 2021
When coin miners evolve, Part 2: Hunting down LemonDuck and LemonCat attacks
Microsoft rides Azure, cloud commercial revenue in strong Q4
Announcing Public Preview of App Governance
Microsoft 365 Lighthouse is now in public preview
Monday Jul 12, 2021
Monday Jul 12, 2021
Join me for this episode with Microsoft MVP James Arber who'll spend some time with us talk about Teams Voice. In short, he'll help us demystify what it takes to get Microsoft Teams connected to the plain old telephone system. Microsoft's world wide partner conference, Inspire is this week, and I'll be tuning in to catch all the announcements from the event. I'll bring you all those in the next episode, but not to be be outdone, I have a few handy links and news from the Microsoft Cloud to tide you over till then.
This episode was recorded using Microsoft Teams and produced with Camtasia 2020.
Brought to you by www.ciaopspatron.com
Resources
James Arber - Twitter, Linkedin
Teams and Skype for Business tools
Getting started with Microsoft Endpoint Manager
Three new voice features for Outlook mobile—now on iOS, and coming soon to Android
What’s new for admins in Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise – June 2021
Enabling automation with Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise
Get nostalgic with new Microsoft Teams backgrounds
New updates to the SharePoint admin center in Microsoft 365
Monday Jun 28, 2021
Monday Jun 28, 2021
I'm joined by Matt Soseman from Microsoft to discuss all things security. However, before that, we take a look at the fantastic Youtube channel Matt has created to help share all his great Microsoft Security information. It is a source I regularly consult so I urge you to subscribe.
There is of course also Microsoft Cloud news to get through, including my thoughts on the newly announced Windows 11, so tune in and let me know what you think.
This episode was recorded using Microsoft Teams and produced with Camtasia 2020.
Brought to you by www.ciaopspatron.com
Resources
Matt Soseman - Twitter, Linkedin, Blog
Microsoft Security Best Practices
CISA Microsoft 365 Security Recommendations
Introducing Windows 11 for Business
Windows 11: The operating system for hybrid work and learning
Basic Authentication and Exchange Online – June 2021 Update
Announcing Exciting Updates to Attack Simulation Training
How Microsoft 365 encryption helps safeguard data and maintain compliance
Saturday Jun 19, 2021
Saturday Jun 19, 2021
In this episode I speak with Ian Mikutel from Microsoft who is Head of Product for Microsoft Whiteboard for Teams & Surface. Ian shares some exciting news about the recently released updates for Microsoft Whiteboard as well as what is coming down the pipeline. I love Microsoft Whiteboard and use it regularly and I'd encourage you to also look at the enhancements it now provides, especially inside Microsoft Teams. of course, there are plenty of updates from the Microsoft Cloud that I'll share with you. so listen along and let me know what you think.
This episode was recorded using Microsoft Teams and produced with Camtasia 2020.
Brought to you by www.ciaopspatron.com
Resources
Ian Mikutel - Twitter, Linkedin
Meet the new Microsoft Whiteboard designed for Hybrid Work
Explore Microsoft 365 extensibility opportunities with the Microsoft 365 Extensibility look book
Bringing Visio to Microsoft 365: Diagramming for everyone
A new, more powerful, and customizable Microsoft Bookings is here
Windows 11 leak reveals new UI, Start menu, and more
Announcing new Microsoft Defender for Endpoint capabilities on Android and iOS
Monitoring Microsoft Security Posture in Azure Sentinel
Microsoft acquires ReFirm Labs to enhance IoT security
Announcing a more intuitive sharing experience across Microsoft 365 for better collaboration
Tuesday May 18, 2021
Tuesday May 18, 2021
I speak with Aaron Dinnage from Microsoft who is the author of the great licensing resource Microsoft 365 maps. Aaron shares the history of this project and it takes to update it every month. We also get some great insights and suggestions when it comes to Microsoft 365 licensing.
This episode was recorded using Microsoft Teams and produced with Camtasia 2020.
Brought to you by www.ciaopspatron.com
Resources
Aaron Dinnage - Linkedin, Twitter
https://m365maps.com/guide.htm
Office 365 Platform Service Descriptions
Microsoft Teams now brings family and friends together to call, chat, and make plans
Announcing Public Preview of OneDrive Sync Admin Reports
New Azure AD Capabilities for Conditional Access and Azure VMs
Introducing Webinars in Microsoft Teams: Easy, professional webinars to engage customers
A fluent new look for the Azure icon
Business email compromise: How Microsoft is combating this costly threat
Forrester names Microsoft a Leader in the 2021 Enterprise Email Security Wave
Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
Wednesday Apr 21, 2021
Jeff Alexander joins me to catch up and talk about the 'new normal', securing remote environments, update management, migrations and more. Jeff also shares some handy information about the Microsoft Fasttrack service and why everyone should take advantage of it. I also bring you up to date with what's happens in the Microsoft Cloud at the top of the show, so lean back, listen in and enjoy.
This episode was recorded using Microsoft Teams and produced with Camtasia 2020.
Brought to you by www.ciaopspatron.com
Resources
Jeff Alexander - @jeffa36, About Me, Linkedin
Windows 10 Cloud Configuration
Step-by-step threat protection in Microsoft Defender for Office 365
Announcing the iOS/iPadOS Security Configuration Framework
OneDrive sync 64-bit for Windows now in public preview
Block BCC Messages to Distribution Groups in Exchange Online
Install Viva Connections today
Get started with trials for Microsoft Viva Topics
New threat and vulnerability management experiences in Microsoft 365 security