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The goal with this section, Modern End User Computing, is to provide readers some guidance through the journey to Workspace Transformation, Modern Device Management and Modern Productivity Tools ( GenAI).
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Microsoft 365 Pricing Changes in 2026: What They Mean for Intune
By Jorge Pereira • 2026-01-16Microsoft is introducing broad changes to Microsoft 365 in 2026 that go beyond Intune, combining a noticeable price increase with a push toward more tightly integrated security, collaboration, and AI capabilities across the suite. Core plans like Microsoft 365 E3 and E5 are gaining enhanced features in areas such as threat protection, data security, and… -

Master Your Workspace: Windows 11 Virtual Desktops
By Jorge Pereira • 2026-01-05Multiple Desktops feature in Windows 11 I is super helpful and it is becoming one of those essential pieces in my workflows. -

Configuration Manager: A History of Names
By Jorge Pereira • 2025-12-10For more on Configuration Manager Click Here For nearly three decades, Microsoft Configuration Manager has been a cornerstone of enterprise device management. From its origins as Systems Management Server (SMS) to its evolution into System Center Configuration Manager and today’s Microsoft Configuration Manager, the product has played a critical role in how organizations deploy operating… -

Microsoft Configuration Manager Moves to an Annual Release Cadence
By Jorge Pereira • 2025-12-05For more on Configuration Manager Click Here On November 5, 2025, Microsoft has officially announced a significant change to the release model for Microsoft Configuration Manager (ConfigMgr). Beginning in 2026, the product will transition from its long-standing semi-annual release cadence to a single annual major release. This change brings greater predictability for IT teams and… -

Building the Ultimate Private AI Lab
By Jorge Pereira • 2025-11-29As a follow up to my How to Host Multiple Public Websites on Your Windows PC a few months bac, I am writing this one If you want to move away from expensive AI subscriptions and bring your data back home, building a local AI home lab is the answer. Today, I’m documenting how I… -

RFID How it works / Use Cases
By Jorge Pereira • 2025-11-06Modern Devices Management and Unified Endpoint Management has been on the fast lane given the remote work / work from home initiatives forced by the pandemic worldwide. -

OneNote – The New Old Name
By Jorge Pereira • 2025-09-15Starting October 14, 2025, Microsoft will end support for OneNote for Windows 10, making it read-only. The ONLY officially supported version moving forward is simply called OneNote—no year or edition attached. Previously known as “OneNote 2016,” this desktop app is included with Microsoft 365, Office 2019, Office 2021, and Office 2024, and is also available… -

Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) with No Reimage
By Jorge Pereira • 2025-09-05In the world of IT management, reimaging devices has long been a standard practice when deploying new machines. Many organizations are now transitioning towards Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions like Microsoft Intune, seeking to enhance flexibility and management capabilities. However, this transition does not happen all at once, and many organizations still rely on traditional… -

Microsoft Licensing Changes November 2025 Explained
By Jorge Pereira • 2025-08-19On August 12, 2025, Microsoft has a significant change to its Enterprise Agreement (EA) licensing structure — effective November 1, 2025, automatic price level discounts for Online Services (Levels B–D) under EA, OSPA, and MPSA agreements will be eliminated. All eligible customers will pay the Level A list price, regardless of size or prior spend…. -

2025 Global PC Scale and Distribution Worldwide
By Jorge Pereira • 2025-08-15Written with the help of AI Research Assistants: Claude.ai, Perplexity.ai and Google Gemini The Global PC Market In today’s digital age, personal computers have become the backbone of modern productivity, creativity, and connectivity. But just how many PCs are there in the world, and who’s making them? Let’s dive into the fascinating numbers that define… -

Staggering Number of Windows 10 PCs Still Out There!
By Jorge Pereira • 2025-08-11Written with the help of AI Research Assistants: Claude.ai, Perplexity.ai and Google Gemini Part of a series: Windows 10 end-of-life As we approach the end of support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025 (see also extending support into 2026 blog post) the global tech landscape faces a unique and daunting scenario: hundreds of millions of… -

Dell Modern Device Management Services
By Jorge Pereira • 2025-08-10This is an informational overview whitepaper document created by Jorge Pereira For official Dell Technologies Services please visit Dell Technologies Website: Lifecycle Services or Professional Services -

AI Agents in Microsoft 365: A Simple Guide to Agent Governance
By Jorge Pereira • 2025-08-04Summary originally generated with Microsoft Copilot As AI agents become more common in the workplace, especially within Microsoft 365, it’s crucial to manage them securely and effectively. AI agents are transforming how we work—automating tasks, improving decision-making, and enhancing collaboration. But with great power comes great responsibility. The recently published (last week) Microsoft’s Agent Governance… -

Dell Client Management Tools Overview
By Jorge Pereira • 2025-08-03Dell Management Portal, Dell Device Management Portal Dell TechDirect are closely related but serve distinct management functions for IT administrators. Below you will find a short and friendly breakdown to help you understand the scope of each one. Other related Resources:
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