Virtualization vs. cloud computing: What’s the real difference?
Virtualization and cloud computing are used almost interchangeably in everyday conversation, and it’s easy to see why: both let businesses do more with their IT resources, and both have become foundational to modern operations. But virtualization and cloud computing are built around different ownership models, and understanding that distinction matters when deciding which solution fits… Continue reading Virtualization vs. cloud computing: What’s the real difference?
Microsoft is ending Office 2021 support in 2026
If you or your team are still running Office 2021, which houses the standalone perpetual-license versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, mark your calendar. Microsoft has confirmed that support ends on October 13, 2026. The software won’t stop working that day, but what happens afterward is worth understanding well before the deadline arrives. What… Continue reading Microsoft is ending Office 2021 support in 2026
What happens after Microsoft ends support for Office 2021?
Microsoft typically announces expiration dates for the desktop versions of its software, and the company just did that for Office 2021. Come October 13, 2026, the apps will still run, but the patches, fixes, and support that keep them safe to use will stop. Here’s what that means in practice, and how to plan around… Continue reading What happens after Microsoft ends support for Office 2021?