As spring blooms, so does a fresh wave of technology updates that are reshaping the way we work, stay secure, and plan for the future. Whether you’re leading your organization’s IT strategy or just trying to keep up, here are some key developments from April that you need to know.
🌐 Microsoft Ends Support for Legacy Edge and Windows 10 21H2
Microsoft has officially pulled the plug on Microsoft Edge Legacy and Windows 10 version 21H2 (Home and Pro editions).
If your organization is still relying on either, now’s the time to act. Continuing to use unsupported software leaves you vulnerable to security threats and compliance headaches. It’s recommended to move to Windows 11 or, for enterprise environments with strict compatibility needs, upgrade to the latest Windows 10 LTSC release.
🔐 AI-Powered Phishing Attacks Are Getting Smarter
Cybercriminals are now using AI and large language models to launch increasingly sophisticated phishing campaigns.
These attacks aren’t the generic, typo-ridden emails of the past. They now:
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Mimic internal communication styles
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Reference actual company data (often scraped from social platforms or leaks)
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Slip past traditional training-based filters
The best defense? Layered security, regular user training updates, and staying vigilant about unusual communications—even those that look familiar.
🧠 Microsoft Copilot Expands Across More M365 Plans
Microsoft is rolling out Copilot, its AI-powered assistant, to more Microsoft 365 plans this month. That means more organizations will soon have access to features that boost productivity, enhance collaboration, and automate repetitive tasks across apps like Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
If your team hasn’t explored Copilot yet, now’s a great time to see how it can streamline workflows and save hours each week.
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Staying on top of tech trends is more than a competitive edge—it’s a necessity. Need help evaluating your current setup or planning your next upgrade? Let’s connect.
