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In today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s now a crucial part of how businesses manage data, streamline operations, and drive insights. SQL Server 2025, the latest version of Microsoft’s flagship database platform, is designed to be fully AI-ready, making it a key player in AI-driven business transformation. […] The post Why SQL Server 2025 Is AI-Ready with Microsoft Fabric—and How XTIVIA Can Help appeared first ...| XTIVIA Microsoft Solutions
Windows App: Everything You Need to Know As of November 27, 2024, the Azure Virtual Desktop Preview app is no longer available for download or installation, with support ending on December 27, 2024. Transitioning to the Windows App is essential to maintaining uninterrupted service. What is the Windows App? The Windows App is a tool […] The post Transitioning to the Windows App: Essential Information for Remote Access appeared first on XTIVIA Microsoft Solutions.| XTIVIA Microsoft Solutions
Microsoft has begun deprecating TLS versions 1.0 & 1.1 across all services in Azure. This requires clients connecting to Azure resources to use TLS 1.2 at a minimum, preferably 1.3 if supported. While many deadlines have passed, Microsoft has extended support for Azure SQL until Aug 31, 2025. What is TLS? Transport Layer Security (TLS) […] The post Azure Deprecating TLS 1.0 and 1.1 appeared first on XTIVIA Microsoft Solutions.| XTIVIA Microsoft Solutions
Microsoft has announced that it is retiring default outbound internet access for new Azure Virtual Machines (VMs) on September 30, 2025. What is default outbound access? Outbound access is a way for a VM to connect to the internet. Previously, VMs could be created without setting a specified route to the internet, instead using an […] The post Azure Removing Default Outbound Access for Virtual Machines appeared first on XTIVIA Microsoft Solutions.| XTIVIA Microsoft Solutions
For organizations leveraging Microsoft 365, upcoming 2025 pricing changes present considerations that may impact your IT budget. Microsoft has announced changes to its subscription model, including a new monthly billing option and revised cost structures for various services. These updates will roll out in two phases: At XTIVIA, we understand how vital it is to […] The post Microsoft 365 Pricing Changes in 2025: How to Save on Your Subscription appeared first on XTIVIA Microsoft Solutions.| XTIVIA Microsoft Solutions
This article is a Microsoft Copilot Overview that helps you harness the full potential and drive digital transformation within your operations. The post Microsoft Copilot Overview: The Ultimate Guide to AI-Powered Productivity appeared first on XTIVIA Microsoft Solutions.| XTIVIA Microsoft Solutions
This article helps you make an informed decision on when to choose Microsoft Power Pages for your next website project. The post Microsoft Power Pages: When to Choose and When Not To appeared first on XTIVIA Microsoft Solutions.| XTIVIA Microsoft Solutions
This article dives into the importance of resource naming conventions within Microsoft Fabric and introduces you to our Microsoft Fabric Naming Conventions framework. Additionally, we’ll explore the benefits of a well-defined naming framework and common pitfalls to avoid. Our experience spans multiple projects leveraging various components of Microsoft Fabric, a unified, end-to-end analytics and data […] The post Microsoft Fabric Resources Naming Conventions: Why and How? appeared first o...| XTIVIA Microsoft Solutions
XTIVIA has been a customer relationship management (CRM) leader since 1992. We know CRM and can give your sales team the agility to capture more leads and build lasting relationships with your customers, even after a sale. One thing we know is that two companies are never the same. When the relationship comes first, you […] The post Comparing Microsoft Dynamics CRM to Other Popular CRMs appeared first on XTIVIA Microsoft Solutions.| XTIVIA Microsoft Solutions
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