Ctrl + Manage: Your shortcut to what's new in Windows management
Welcome to Ctrl + Manage, your monthly shortcut to what's happening in Windows management. Each month, we'll break down what's just been released, show you what's ready to try in preview, and look ahead at where Windows management is going next. Expect a practical rundown of features, capabilities, and policies, plus demos that show what they mean for you and your organization. And Ctrl + Manage isn't just about what we want to talk about. Your questions and comments help shape where we go deeper in future episodes. So tune in, send us your feedback, and let's make managing your Windows estate a little easier, one episode at a time.
Mondays at Microsoft | Episode 68
Join Heather Cook as she takes you through the latest in AI news, Microsoft 365 product updates, and community news & events. đ„ Episode 66 of "Mondays at Microsoft" goes LIVE on Monday, February 9th at 8:00 AM PT! #MondaysAtMicrosoft #MicrosoftCommunity #MicrosoftEvents #AI #Microsoft365 Links from Today's Episode: Big Rocks & Product Updates: Enhancing Teams video quality with Super Resolution â https://aka.ms/Teams/SuperResolution "GitHub Copilot: The agent awakens" by Thomas Dohmke â https://aka.ms/GitHubAwakens "Use Microsoft 365 Copilot to drive growth for businesses of all sizes" by Brenna Robinson â https://aka.ms/Copilot/SMBgrowth "What's new in Power Apps: January 2025 Feature Update" by Clay Wesener â https://aka.ms/PowerApps/Jan2025updates Powerful Devs Conference + Hack Together 2025 â https://aka.ms/PowerfulDevsConference "New Security Features for Desktop flows" by Quentin Sele Barancy & Ken Seong Tan â https://aka.ms/PowerPlatform/NewSecurityFeatures Events: Community Days | Exchange Summit 2025 | Feb 17-19 | Wurzburg, Germany Community Days | Microsoft Fabric Community Conference | March 31 - April 2 | Las Vegas, Nevada Community Days | Microsoft 365 Community Conference | April 21 - 23 | Orlando, Florida Community Days | TechCon365 and PWRCON Seattle 2025 | June 23-27 | Seattle, Washington Our Show Links: đ Mondays at Microsoft Links including a download for calendar: https://aka.ms/MondaysAtMicrosoft đ Our Microsoft Tech Community News Desk for Monday's recaps, Meet the Makers show and more: https://aka.ms/CommunityNewsDesk đïž Listen to Mondays at Microsoft on Apple Podcasts or Spotify â https://aka.ms/MondaysAtMicrosoft đ Discover the Microsoft Global Community Initiative (MGCI) â https://aka.ms/MGCI Microsoft Community page on Facebook: https://aka.ms/MSCommunityFB đMicrosoft Community on LinkedIn: https://aka.ms/MSCommunityLIMM MSFT Adoption on Twitter: https://x.com/MSFTAdoptionAMA: Windows backup and restore options
Looking for ways to back up Windows 10 or Windows 11 settings and restore them on a new deviceâor after reimaging or a device reset? Ask Microsoft Anything (AMA) about your options at Tech Community Live! Learn about Windows Backup for Organizations, now generally available, and bring your questions about prerequisites, policies, and best practices. Speakers: Miranda Leschke, Yiman Huang, & Shilpa Narang Moderator: Nate Nielsen This event is part of Tech Community Live: Windows edition. Check out our other AMAs for more tips and insights!Windows App: what's new and what's next
The Windows App is your new gateway to Windows 365. Azure Virtual Desktop, Microsoft Dev Box, Remote Desktop Services, and remote PCsâsecurely connecting you to Windows devices and apps. With the Windows App, you can evolve the way you manage Windows in the cloud and move from 16 different apps to just a single app that you can use and manage per platform! Join this episode of Windows of the Cloud to see how it works and explore all the latest enhancements. Missed an episode? Catch up on demand and dive into Windows 365 capabilities with insights and demos from the Microsoft engineers bringing you Windows in the cloud! Learn how to easily deploy and manage Cloud PCsâand create a protected and productive experience for your end users! Join host Christiaan Brinkhoff as he also brings in members of the Windows 365 community to share best practices and adoption tips. Have questions? Want tips from the engineers behind the product? Post your questions below in advance and anytime during the show. You can also join our monthly Windows 365 Ask Microsoft Anything (AMA) events here on the Tech Community!GPU-enhanced Windows 365 Cloud PCs
Windows 365 Cloud PCs with GPU capabilities are revolutionizing the way businesses handle high-performance computing tasks. The addition of GPU power to Cloud PCs means faster processing times and enhanced performance for demanding applications, such as 3D rendering, video editing, and complex simulations. Tune to this episode of Windows in the Cloud to learn how GPU-enhanced Cloud PCs work, discover the latest enhancements, and much more. Missed an episode? Catch up on demand and dive into Windows 365 capabilities with insights and demos from the Microsoft engineers bringing you Windows in the cloud! Learn how to easily deploy and manage Cloud PCsâand create a protected and productive experience for your end users! Join host Christiaan Brinkhoff as he also brings in members of the Windows 365 community to share best practices and adoption tips. Have questions? Want tips from the engineers behind the product? Post your questions below in advance and anytime during the show. You can also join our monthly Windows 365 Ask Microsoft Anything (AMA) events here on the Tech Community!Microsoft Teams in the Windows cloud
Dive into the exciting world of Windows 365 and Microsoft Teams. Discover how the new virtual desktop infrastructure optimization for Microsoft Teams is revolutionizing the way your organization can experience new features in your Cloud PCs. Learn how to keep your Microsoft Teams experience up-to-date and streamline support. Join us as we showcase the benefits of Microsoft Teams and Windows 365 for organizations of any size in any industry. Missed an episode? Catch up on demand and dive into Windows 365 capabilities with insights and demos from the Microsoft engineers bringing you Windows in the cloud! Learn how to easily deploy and manage Cloud PCsâand create a protected and productive experience for your end users! Join host Christiaan Brinkhoff as he also brings in members of the Windows 365 community to share best practices and adoption tips. Have questions? Want tips from the engineers behind the product? Post your questions below in advance and anytime during the show. You can also join our monthly Windows 365 Ask Microsoft Anything (AMA) events here on the Tech Community!Leadership Spotlight: Melissa Grant, Windows Marketing
On this episode of Windows in the Cloud, we have an exciting interview with Senior Director of Windows Marketing, Melissa Grant. Gain unique insights on the evolution of Windows moving to the cloud. Get a peek at what to expect at Microsoft Ignite 2024. Don't miss an engaging and informative discussion that might change the way you think about the future of Windows in the cloud and AI. Part of Windows in the Cloud, our leadership spotlights feature product, engineering, and marketing leaders at Microsoft, offering unique insights and perspectives on current trends and future innovations in the wide world of Windows. Each episode delves into the minds of these influential thought leaders, exploring their journeys, challenges, and thoughts on where the industry has been and where it's headed next. Missed an episode? Catch up on demand and dive into Windows 365 capabilities with insights and demos from the Microsoft engineers bringing you Windows in the cloud! Learn how to easily deploy and manage Cloud PCsâand create a protected and productive experience for your end users! Join host Christiaan Brinkhoff as he also brings in members of the Windows 365 community to share best practices and adoption tips. Have questions? Want tips from the engineers behind the product? Post your questions below in advance and anytime during the show. You can also join our monthly Windows 365 Ask Microsoft Anything (AMA) events here on the Tech Community!Whatâs next in Windows 365 Frontline
Get ready to supercharge your productivity and flexibility with Cloud PCs! In this exciting episode, we dive into the latest game-changing features of Windows 365 Frontline. Discover how Windows 365 is revolutionizing scenarios and features to bring unparalleled simplicity, security and cost-effectiveness to your organization. Don't miss out on the chance to learn how Microsoft is making Windows 365 more powerful than ever before! Missed an episode? Catch up on demand and dive into Windows 365 capabilities with insights and demos from the Microsoft engineers bringing you Windows in the cloud! Learn how to easily deploy and manage Cloud PCsâand create a protected and productive experience for your end users! Join host Christiaan Brinkhoff as he also brings in members of the Windows 365 community to share best practices and adoption tips. Have questions? Want tips from the engineers behind the product? Post your questions below in advance and anytime during the show. You can also join our monthly Windows 365 Ask Microsoft Anything (AMA) events here on the Tech Community!
