March 2025 : Microsoft Updates For MSPs

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Important news for anyone using Microsoft’s AVD, W365, or Dev Box

Starting 27th May 2025, the remote desktop application for Windows via the Microsoft stores will NO longer be supported or available for download

Users must transition to Windows app to ensure continued access to Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, and Microsoft Dev Box

Exciting news for SMB! Microsoft 365 E5 Security is now available as an add-on to Microsoft 365 Business Premium. This enhancement brings advanced security features to help safeguard data, defend against cyberthreats, and manage access and devices more effectively. With the growing volume of attacks and increased sophistication of threats, this add-on is a game-changer for businesses looking to enhance their cybersecurity measures!

The E5 Security add-on includes Entra ID Plan 2, Microsoft Defender for Identity, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Plan 2, Microsoft Defender for Office 365 Plan 2, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps. These tools provide:
– Advanced identity and access controls
– Risk-based conditional access
– Sophisticated machine learning capabilities to detect and remediate potential identity-based risks
– Real-time notifications of suspicious activities and sign-in attempts

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