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Enhancing remote access in Windows 10 with an automatic VPN profile
Microsoft employees require remote access for productivity. With Windows 10 Anniversary Update, Microsoft IT implemented a new VPN connection profile that includes the Always On feature. It provides an automatic secure connection.
Redesigning our revenue reporting system for cloud architecture
As part of our plan to migrate MS Sales to Azure, Microsoft IT evaluated the system’s design and function. Our migration strategy involves several approaches—including the application of virtual machines, microservice components, and big data processing.
Creating a user-centric mobile hub with Xamarin and Azure App Service
Microsoft IT developed a mobile app for iOS, Android, and Windows 10 mobile devices—providing access to campus services and amenities. Using Visual Studio and Xamarin, we created a single code base. HockeyApp distributes updates and tracks issues.
Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack Servicing Release
MDOP Servicing Release fixes
Create secure financial forecasts with Cortana Intelligence Suite
To help inform business decisions, Microsoft IT worked with the Microsoft finance group and data sciences organizations to design and build a secure, automated financial forecasting solution using Cortana Intelligence Suite.
Azure HDInsight improves performance of big data tax system and cuts costs
This year, Microsoft IT built improvements into last year’s cloud-based tax management system for the Finance group. We changed the architecture to incorporate Apache Spark for Azure HDInsight, which led to performance gains and cost savings.
Migrating a critical high-performance platform to Azure with zero downtime
Microsoft IT migrated a critical high-performance platform to Azure that stored privacy preferences for services like Xbox and Office. We planned the migration, which resulted in a higher performance solution and zero downtime for our services.
Windows 10 IT Pro Content Map
A comprehensive list of resources designed to help IT professionals explore, plan for, deploy, manage, and support Windows 10.
Using Azure AD Privileged Identity Management for elevated access
Microsoft IT manages elevated access for Azure services using Azure Active Directory (AD) Privileged Identity Management (PIM). Azure AD PIM helps reduce risks related to elevated access by providing just-in-time access for users with privileged roles.
Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack Group Policy Administrative Templates
Group Policy (.admx and .adml) templates for MDOP technologies: App-V, MBAM, and UE-V
Transforming the Microsoft boardroom with Windows 10 and Office 365
Microsoft products such as Outlook, OneNote, and SharePoint Online make it easy to plan and organize successful board meetings. Conferencing with Surface Hub and technical support for Windows 10 devices keep executives connected and collaborating.
Protecting Azure resources with Recovery Services vault
To provide data protection for Azure resources, Microsoft IT uses Azure Recovery Services vault. We support business groups as they manage their backup and disaster recovery needs through published guidance and governance standards.
Desktop App Converter Base Images
From this download page you can download the latest Windows 10 Base Images (.WIM) for use with the Desktop App Converter. The Desktop App Converter is now available in the Store. Please visit the store at https://aka.ms/converter for future updates.
Desktop App Converter Base Images
From this download page you can download the latest Windows 10 Base Images (.WIM) for use with the Desktop App Converter. The Desktop App Converter is now available in the Store. Please visit the store at https://aka.ms/converter for future updates.
Building the Microsoft brand through our Lobby Experience
Microsoft IT and Real Estate and Facilities turned lackluster waiting rooms into engaging experiences with our new lobby designs. Incorporating the latest Windows and multitouch technologies, we used agile methods to create accessible, scalable designs.
Microsoft Azure SDK for .NET – 3.0
This page is intended for advanced manual installation of the Windows Azure SDK for .NET, which include SDKs, basic tools, and extended tools for VS 2015. You can install everything you need for Microsoft Azure development using the Web Platform Instal…
PerfInsights v3.2.0
PerfInsights is an automated script that collects useful diagnostic information, runs I/O stress loads, and provides an analysis report to help troubleshoot Windows IaaS performance scenarios in Microsoft Azure.
Desktop App Converter Base Images
From this download page you can download the latest Windows 10 Base Images (.WIM) for use with the Desktop App Converter. The Desktop App Converter is now available in the Store. Please visit the store at https://aka.ms/converter for future updates.
Microsoft—Kinect for Windows Consumer Demand for Arbitration before the American Arbitration Association
Microsoft—Kinect for Windows Consumer Demand for Arbitration before the American Arbitration Association