Forbes reported on Friday that Microsoft turned over recovery keys for BitLocker, allowing the FBI to access data stored on three seized laptops. BitLocker comes enabled by default on many Windows PCs and is designed to encrypt a computer’s data in case it’s lost or stolen.

This achievement stems from robust cash flows generated by the company's transition to cloud computing and SaaS models, allowing it to reward investors

More than 15,000 Microsoft 365 users weren't able to use basic functions Jan. 22 after the company suffered problems.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella recently went on record saying that AI still needs to prove its worth if society is to adopt it long-term, but he presumably thinks his company has cracked it with its latest innovation: AI coloring books.

The dilemma for millions of Windows users now is that Microsoft also warns that “while you might choose ultimately to uninstall a security update, you should know the risks associated with the uninstallation.” These include vulnerability to attacks, compromised personal information and potential data loss, Microsoft says.

Microsoft’s new winapp CLI simplifies Windows app development with one-command setup, faster testing, and easier packaging.

The Microsoft Surface Laptop has been around for a decade. While it's a solid device today, other laptops offer similar performance at a lower price.

He highlighted earnings reports from Big Tech names like Apple, Microsoft and Meta Platforms, along with the Federal Reserve's upcoming meeting. CNBC's Jim Cramer alerted investors on Friday that next week will be a consequential one for Wall Street, pointing to a heavy load of quarterly earnings and a Federal Reserve meeting.

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