Ctrl + Manage: Episode 1
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. Ctrl + Manage is a monthly podcast that turns Windows management updates into practical guidance for IT professionals. Save the date for future episodes and catch up on demand.Ctrl + Manage: February 2027
Tune as we 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. How do I join? Sign in to the Tech Community then Add to calendar. Click Attend to receive reminders and let us know you're coming. Then tune in right here and post your questions and feedback in the comments section below. Ctrl + Manage is a monthly podcast that turns Windows management updates into practical guidance for IT professionals. Save the date for future episodes and catch up on demand.Ctrl + Manage: January 2027
Tune as we 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. How do I join? Sign in to the Tech Community then Add to calendar. Click Attend to receive reminders and let us know you're coming. Then tune in right here and post your questions and feedback in the comments section below. Ctrl + Manage is a monthly podcast that turns Windows management updates into practical guidance for IT professionals. Save the date for future episodes and catch up on demand.Ctrl + Manage: November 2026
Tune as we 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. How do I join? Sign in to the Tech Community then Add to calendar. Click Attend to receive reminders and let us know you're coming. Then tune in right here and post your questions and feedback in the comments section below. Ctrl + Manage is a monthly podcast that turns Windows management updates into practical guidance for IT professionals. Save the date for future episodes and catch up on demand.Ctrl + Manage: October 2026
Tune as we 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. How do I join? Sign in to the Tech Community then Add to calendar. Click Attend to receive reminders and let us know you're coming. Then tune in right here and post your questions and feedback in the comments section below. Ctrl + Manage is a monthly podcast that turns Windows management updates into practical guidance for IT professionals. Save the date for future episodes and catch up on demand.Windows Office Hours: September 17, 2026
Have a question about Windows 11, device management, security, updates, or modern endpoint operations? This hour is dedicated entirely to your questions. Bring what's top of mind—from Windows 11 adoption and application compatibility to update management, cloud-native administration, Zero Trust, Intune, Windows 365, and hybrid environments. Drop your questions in the comments and hear directly from Microsoft experts. Whether you're planning your next rollout, troubleshooting a management challenge, evaluating new capabilities, or looking for best practices, this is your opportunity to get answers and learn from the questions other IT admins are asking right now. This is part of our continuing series of live Q&A for IT professionals here on Tech Community. Follow the Windows Office Hours to add future dates to your calendar. How does it work? We will have a broad group of product experts, servicing experts, and engineers representing Windows, Microsoft Intune, Configuration Manager, Windows 365, Windows Autopilot, security, and more. They will be standing by here -- in chat -- to provide guidance, discuss strategies and tactics, and, of course, answer any specific questions you may have. Post your questions in the Comments early and throughout the one-hour event. Note: This is a chat-based event. There is no video or live meeting component. Questions and answers will appear in the Comments section below.AMA: Windows backup and restore options
Looking for ways to back up Windows 10 or Windows 11 settings and restore them on a new device—or 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!AMA: Managing Windows updates
If you are looking for tips on how to easily manage updates for your Windows devices, don’t miss this Ask Microsoft Anything (AMA) session at Tech Community Live! Get clarity on the “when, why, and how” of Windows Autopatch, hotpatch updates, and more. Get answers to your questions about controls, compliance, and reporting. We’ll have a full hour for this AMA so post your questions early and often We’re here to help you automate update management so you can focus on other activities and tasks. Speakers: Chris Tulip, Nikita Deshpande, & Surabhi Calla Moderator: Joe Lurie 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 PCs—securely 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 PCs—and 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 PCs—and 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!
