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AI Use Reduces Critical Thinking Ability, Says New Microsoft Study
- A new study conducted by Microsoft and Carnegie Mellon University reveals that the use of generative AI tools can result in a reduction in critical thinking skills among knowledge workers.
- Professionals who are more confident in AI tend to think less critically during their tasks, indicating an over-reliance on AI and hindering independent problem-solving.
- The study suggests the need to design AI tools that support critical thinking by addressing limitations, promoting careful evaluation, and developing skills where AI falls short.
- Knowledge workers are transitioning from hands-on task execution to overseeing AI-generated results and verifying outputs for accuracy.
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Power BI Interview Questions and Answers for 2025
- Power BI is a business intelligence (BI) tool by Microsoft used for data analysis, visualization, and reporting.
- Power BI consists of key components such as Power Query, Power Pivot, Power View, Power BI Service, and Power BI Report Server.
- DAX (Data Analysis Expressions) is a formula language used in Power BI for creating custom calculations.
- Power BI offers different views including Report View, Data View, and Model View for various tasks.
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New Excel Copilot Feature: Access Data from Word, PowerPoint, and PDFs
- Microsoft has enhanced its Copilot feature in Excel, allowing users to extract data from Word, PowerPoint, and PDF files.
- Users can prompt Copilot to retrieve specific content from various documents and insert it into spreadsheets.
- New functionalities in Copilot include adding columns, applying conditional formatting, and adjusting table aesthetics.
- Microsoft 365 users with a Copilot license will receive these updates by the end of the year.
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SimplAI Recognized at Microsoft’s AI First Movers: From Promise to Proof
- SimplAI has been recognized at Microsoft’s AI First Movers event for their contributions to enterprise AI innovation.
- SimplAI attended the Microsoft CEO Connection event in Bangalore, a gathering of innovators and industry leaders celebrating the transformative potential of AI.
- SimplAI was featured in Microsoft’s AI First Movers Book, a significant milestone in their journey.
- The event provided an opportunity for SimplAI to connect with fellow founders and thought leaders, fostering collaborations to drive the future of AI.
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Releasing Windows 11 Build 26100.3321 to the Release Preview Channel
- Windows 11 Build 26100.3321 (KB5052093) released to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel.
- New features and improvements include battery status icons, file sharing from taskbar jump list, Windows Spotlight enhancements.
- Updates to lock screen, Narrator functions, and referral card for PC Game Pass subscribers.
- File Explorer improvements such as snoozing backup reminders, performance enhancements, and fixed issues.
- HTML Help Viewer now supports text scaling, Start menu color fix, and scanner recognition.
- Audio fixes, GDI+ image color correction, and mouse pointer color retention issues addressed.
- Support for DST changes in Paraguay and fixes for OpenSSH service startup failure and Get Help app on Windows Server 2025.
- Remote Desktop display rendering and responsiveness issues resolved, along with live captions window visibility fix.
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HP to acquire assets from ‘Ai Pin’ maker Humane in $116M deal
- HP Inc. is acquiring assets from Humane Inc., the maker of the Ai Pin, an AI-powered smart pin, for $116 million.
- Humane, known for its Ai Pin, was initially met with mixed reviews, and the company was looking for a buyer since May 2024.
- HP's acquisition includes Humane's AI-powered platform Cosmos, technical talent, and over 300 patents and patent applications.
- The deal will help HP advance its transformation into a more experience-led company and enable the development of new AI-powered devices.
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Amazon, Microsoft, and Exxon want to make scandal-plagued carbon markets more trustworthy
- Amazon, Exxon, and Microsoft have joined a new task force to improve credibility of voluntary carbon markets.
- Task force organized by the Bipartisan Policy Center think tank aims to study the status quo.
- Microsoft and Amazon, in a bid to achieve net zero targets, have become major players in the voluntary carbon markets.
- The task force also includes representatives from startups and nonprofits, as well as former Verra CEO and an executive from timber giant Weyerhaeuser.
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Updated macOS malware variant uncovered by Microsoft
- Microsoft has uncovered an updated variant of the XCSSET macOS malware, which is targeting Apple devices.
- The new version of XCSSET features enhanced obfuscation methods and new infection strategies.
- The malware uses infected projects in Apple's Xcode platform to infiltrate devices.
- Microsoft has only observed limited attacks with this new variant but is sharing information to raise awareness.
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Discover magical AI experiences through the Microsoft Store on Windows, with the new AI Hub
- Microsoft Store on Windows is the destination for AI experiences, including the AI Hub launched in 2023 to feature AI-powered apps.
- Partnerships with developers like Grammarly have shown significant growth in metrics due to AI Hub spotlight.
- The new AI Hub aims to showcase AI experiences possible on Copilot+ PCs and devices not on Copilot+.
- Users can explore AI experiences powered by their PC's Neural Processing Unit via the AI Hub.
- Welcome Experience on AI Hub introduces exclusive Windows features like Studio Effects and Paint Cocreator.
- AI Hub offers information on the latest Copilot+ PC features and NPU-powered apps available.
- For Windows 11 PC users, AI Hub features content on AI-powered apps like Copilot, Designer, Clipchamp, and Reading Coach.
- The AI Hub is a showcase for the rich AI developer ecosystem available in the Microsoft Store on Windows.
- Examples of AI apps include djay Pro, Camo Studio, Gamma, and ChatGPT, offering various AI functionalities.
- The AI Hub experience is currently available for Copilot+ PC users in select markets and will expand to more markets soon.
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More Edge features get a performance boost
- Starting with Microsoft Edge 132, important features like Downloads, Drop, History, and the inPrivate new tab experience are now faster.
- 14 different areas of the user interface throughout the browser are on average 40% faster than before.
- The improvements are made possible by migrating the browser UI to WebUI 2.0 and minimizing code bundles.
- More improvements, including to print preview, read aloud, and settings, are planned for the coming months.
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Azure Bicep Language: Using deployment functions for Dynamic Cloud Deployments
- Bicep is an abstraction on top of Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates to define Azure resources using declarative Infrastructure as Code.
- The deployer() function provides details about the identity responsible for initiating the deployment, allowing for auditing, tracking, and resource tagging.
- The deployment() function exposes metadata about the current deployment, ensuring traceability and uniqueness in resource configurations.
- The environment() function provides insights into the deployment context, allowing resource properties to be tailored based on the target environment.
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Microsoft isn’t automatically keeping you signed in to your account just yet
- Microsoft mistakenly communicated changes to automatically keeping users signed in to accounts
- Microsoft confirmed that there will be no changes to sign-in experiences in February
- The changes, when implemented, will keep users signed in automatically
- Users will need to use private browsing or manually sign out to avoid remaining signed in
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Understanding SharePoint Online Quotas
- SharePoint Online quotas are crucial for a smoothly functioning environment, preventing storage chaos and ensuring productivity.
- Quotas define storage limits for sites or users, akin to a budget, and are vital for efficient storage management.
- Admins have the power to set and adjust quotas, with Global and SharePoint Administrators possessing necessary permissions.
- Quotas range from a minimum of 1 GB to a maximum of 25,600 GB, working within the organization's total storage capacity.
- Understanding the relationship between quotas and overall storage capacity is crucial for effective management.
- Quotas impact users, site owners, and administrators, influencing file management, communication, and storage allocation.
- For users, quotas affect storage space, file management practices, and overall efficiency during work tasks.
- Site owners are responsible for managing storage within their sites, communicating limits and requesting quota increases when necessary.
- Administrators establish policies, monitor usage, plan for capacity, manage increase requests, and troubleshoot storage issues related to quotas.
- A well-defined quota strategy is essential for preventing storage crises, optimizing performance, and empowering users in a SharePoint Online environment.
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Microsoft to Remove Location History Feature from Windows
- Microsoft is deprecating and removing the Location History feature in Windows.
- The change will eliminate the ability to retain location data locally on devices.
- The deprecation affects the Windows.Devices.Geolocation API and the Geolocator.GetGeopositionHistoryAsync method.
- Developers must transition away from using GetGeopositionHistoryAsync and find alternative methods to access location data.
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Chatbot with Semantic Kernel - Part 6: AI Connectors 🔌
- Semantic Kernel supports major AI providers including OpenAI, Google, Azure, Mistral, Meta, Hugging Face, and others.
- Ollama is an open-source tool for running Large Language Models locally.
- Ollama can be installed on Windows, Linux, and macOS and allows the exploration of a library of models.
- The chapter focuses on adding AI connectors to the chatbot and running models locally with Ollama.
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