Azure Virtual Desktop, the new name for Microsoft’s cloud-based virtual desktop service, reflects more options for using Azure services rather than a reduced emphasis on Windows.
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Google’s $99 A-Series Earbuds Are AirPods for Android
The company’s more affordable version of last year’s Pixel Buds cut some perks for a much better price.
The FBI’s Director Compares Ransomware Threat to 9/11

Plus, a Supreme Court decision on a controversial anti-hacking law, a WhatsApp walk-back, and more of the week’s top security news.
14 Best Weekend Deals on Video Games, TVs, and Home Appliances
Keep cool in this heat with the best deals on portable air conditioners, and immerse yourself in a weekend movie with discounted soundbars.
Bad Batch First Look: “Decommissioned”
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Microsoft Teams: Here’s when your calls will get end-to-end encryption
E2EE is finally coming to Microsoft Teams VoIP calls, adding more privacy to ad hoc conversations.
Microsoft Teams: A cheat sheet
This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about the chat-based communication and collaboration platform Microsoft Teams, one of the most popular Zoom alternatives.
Microsoft to roll out major improvements to file sharing in Office 365
The changes will help Office 365 users more easily share files with other people, modify permissions and see who’s accessing their shared files.
One of Our Favorite Standing Desks Just Got Cheaper
Flexispot’s 55-inch adjustable desk has three height presets and is well made. It’s now $100 off.
From low code to no code: Azure GPT-3 and Microsoft’s Power Platform
Microsoft is turning low code into ‘don’t write code’ by taking a description of what you want to do and writing code snippets for you.