Microsoft's new Windows Server 2022 Standard is ideal for small-to-medium-sized businesses that operate in physical or minimally virtualised environments. The license is core-based, so you must cover each physical core on the CPU. This product allows for the licensing of up to 16 cores. You also need a Client Access License (CAL) for each client that accesses Windows Server Standard edition.

Windows Server 2022 offers a wealth of new security features against advanced threats for physical servers. The baseline requirements for the hardware have been raised in order for Microsoft to be able to guarantee the higher level of protection. Improvements to Windows containers, better Azure integration, enhanced scalability, and more await you with Server 2022 Standard.

Features

► Better security with Secure Core Servers - To counteract the rise of firmware attacks, Microsoft is taking full advantage of the tech incorporated into newer devices. HVCI, Boot DMA Protection, System Guard, Secure Boot, VBS, and TPM 2.0 all contribute to a trusted hardware platform that supports features such as full volume encryption, protection against credential attacks, Secure Boot and more.

► Enhances Azure integration - Experience a more integrated Azure with Windows Server 2022. Installing updates is also made easier with Hotpatch. Enhancements to Storage Migration Service make migrating storage to Windows Server or to Azure from more source locations easier.

► An improved Windows Admin Center - Enjoy faster startup thanks to a simplified Windows Container experience with Kubernetes that includes support for host-process containers for node configuration, IPv6, and consistent network policy implementation with Calico. Windows Server 2022 now supports business-critical and large-scale applications, such as SQL.

► Nested Virtualization for AMD processors - Run Hyper-V inside of a Hyper-V virtual machine and take advantage of more choices for hardware for your environments.

► 2 Virtual Machines - Additionally to the basic Windows Server 2022 functionalities, Windows Server 2022 Standard can run two operating system environments or virtual machines.

► Single Storage Replica - Standard edition supports limited Storage Replica feature with a 2 TB volume.

Read more in our blog article "Windows Server Editions Comparison".

The initial activation of all purchased products should be performed no later than 3 months after the purchase date. Note that the initial activation period is not the warranty period of the product - all warranty details are thoroughly explained in the terms and conditions section.

System Requirements

‣ Required Processor: 1.4 GHz 64-bit EMT64 or AMD64 processor required. The processor must support NX and DEP, CMPXCHG16b, LAHF/SAHF, and PrefetchW, as well as Second Level Address Translation (EPT or NPT)

‣ Recommended Memory:  512 MB (2 GB for Server with Desktop Experience installation option)  

‣ Required Hard Disk Space: 32GB free space

‣ Required Display: 1024 x 768 screen resolution or higher

‣ Required Graphics Card: DirectX 10 graphics processor or higher

‣ Required Connectivity: Internet access (fees may apply); Network adapters on your PC should have a 1 gigabit per second ethernet adapter and be PCI compatible.

‣ Other: Trusted Platform Module 2.0 (TPM); UEFI 2.3.1c-based system and firmware that supports the Secure Boot feature.

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Surface Laptop Go 2

mall, premium laptops — truly small ones — have fallen out of fashion in recent years. The smallest computer Apple sells has a 13.3-inch screen. Dell’s tiniest XPS comes with a 13.4-inch panel. HP’s Spectre X360 line scales down to 13.5-inch screens, which the company lists as a 14-inch class. The 11- or 12-inch laptops you can buy (the ones that aren’t tablets trying to masquerade as something else) are typically cheap and slow. Modern laptops have trimmed weights and bezels and frames considerably, making it easier to tote around those 13-inch or larger screens, finding a premium, consumer laptop with 12-inch or smaller screen for the ultimate in portability is a challenge.

The screen on the Laptop Go 2 is also unchanged from its predecessor — a 12.5-inch, 3:2, 1536 x 1024 touch panel. It’s not the brightest or most pixel-dense screen you can get, but in my testing, peak brightness hit a respectable 360 nits, which is enough to let me use the laptop outdoors under an umbrella without much issue. In normal indoor situations, comfortable brightness (about 200 nits) was around 70 percent on the slider. (One aside: if you do plan to use the Go 2 outdoors, you might want to leave the polarized sunglasses at home. The polarization on the screen means the display was black when I wore my sunglasses, unless I rotated the computer 90 degrees. I do not have this issue with MacBooks and the same sunglasses, so it’s possibly something Microsoft could fix for next time.) Touch response on the screen is right in line with expectations, though it is not compatible with Microsoft’s Surface Pens for stylus input.

Microsoft 365 Business Premium is the perfect solution for businesses looking to streamline their operations and increase productivity. This comprehensive suite of tools includes everything you need to run your business efficiently, from email and calendaring to file storage and collaboration. With Microsoft 365 Business Premium, you can stay connected with your team and clients no matter where you are, thanks to its cloud-based platform that allows for easy access from any device.

Some of the key features of Microsoft 365 Business Premium include:

• Exchange Online for professional email hosting with a 50 GB mailbox
• OneDrive for Business with 1 TB of cloud storage per user
• SharePoint Online for team collaboration and document management
• Microsoft Teams for chat, video conferencing, and virtual meetings
• Office applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Advanced security features such as threat protection and data loss prevention

With Microsoft 365 Business Premium, you can be confident that your business is equipped with the latest technology and security measures to keep your data safe and your operations running smoothly. Whether you're a small business owner or managing a large enterprise, Microsoft 365 Business Premium has everything you need to succeed in today's fast-paced business environment. Start your subscription today and take your business to the next level.

     

      

This proprietary VGA adapter lets you share photos, video, and presentations in a way that's larger than life. Plug into VGA-compatible displays, monitors, or projectors. Compatible with your Surface with USB-C port.

Microsoft Project Professional 2021 has all the functionalities from the Standard version, plus the following additional features: Management of resources. Synchronization with Project Online and Project Server.

The Pros or Advantages of MS Project

·         MS Project is User-Friendly. ...

·         Compatible with other Microsoft Products. ...

·         Reliability and Stability. ...

·         Manage Project Budgets and Costs Perfectly. ...

·         Keep your Projects on Time. ...

·         Great Flexibility. ...

·         Custom Fields. ...

·         Industry-standard tool with a Significant Social Presence.

The Microsoft 365 Advanced Data Residency add-on (ADR) provides eligible customers with expanded coverage of Microsoft 365 workloads and Customer Data, committed data residency for local country/region datacenter regions, and prioritized tenant migration services.

Microsoft 365 Family and Microsoft 365 Personal give you advanced protection from viruses and cybercrime, tools to help keep your information secure and private, and ways to recover your files from malicious attacks.

Data residency refers to the physical or geographic location where an organization chooses to store or process regulated data. A core element of data privacy laws, it establishes how organizations control and secure personal data that is stored across multiple countries, regions

Microsoft Project Server 2019 is the penultimate version of the proven server-based tool for project and portfolio management. The latest version is Microsoft Project Server Subscription Edition. As with Project Server 2016, the 2019 version and subscrition edition are a feature of Microsoft SharePoint. You will install SharePoint and activate Project Server after purchasing the licenses.

Microsoft Project Server 2019 is the penultimate version of the proven server-based tool for project and portfolio management. The latest version is Microsoft Project Server Subscription Edition. As with Project Server 2016, the 2019 version and subscrition edition are a feature of Microsoft SharePoint.

Microsoft Project Server is an on-premise project management and collaboration platform that provides a wide range of traditional and agile project management features. It allows users to manage projects, resources, and portfolios with the help of powerful tools such as Gantt charts, dashboards, and reports.

Functions of Microsoft Project Server 2019

Project Server 2019 is a copy of Project Online as of May 2018. The additional features in Project Server 2019 compared to version 2016 are:

·         Team Tasks can be accepted by several resources

·         Configurable granularity (days, weeks, months, fiscal periods) of the Timephased Data in the reporting database

·         More settings for email notifications

·         Unique project IDs when creating projects

·         450 custom fields and lookup tables

·         Resource Engagement API available

The Surface Go 3 is Microsoft's latest and most affordable tablet, and it's designed to tackle basic computing tasks. While there's no dearth of convertible Windows laptops, detachable 2-in-1s are still a rarity and usually cost a premium. This makes the Surface Go 3 quite interesting as it's priced lower than the Surface Pro line. It's also a lot more portable, hence the name.

Microsoft Surface Go 3 Summaries

Microsoft Surface Go 3 tablet was launched on 22nd September 2021. The tablet comes with a 10.50-inch touchscreen display offering a resolution of 1920x1280 pixels. Microsoft Surface Go 3 is powered by a dual-core Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y processor. It comes with 8GB of RAM.

As far as the cameras are concerned, the Microsoft Surface Go 3 on the rear packs 8-megapixel camera. It sports a 5-megapixel camera on the front for selfies.

Microsoft Surface Go 3 is based on Windows 11 and packs 128GB of inbuilt storage that can be expanded via microSD card. The Microsoft Surface Go 3 measures 175.00 x 245.00 x 8.30mm (height x width x thickness) and weighs 544.00 grams. It was launched in Platinum colour.

Connectivity options on the Microsoft Surface Go 3 include USB Type-C and Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac. Sensors on the tablet include accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyroscope, and compass/ magnetometer.

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5

Get multitasking speed with 12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors built on the Intel® Evo™ platform, long-lasting battery, and your choice of size and colour in a sleek and beautiful touchscreen laptop design.

A sleek, beautiful, timeless design

Between working from home and going out to auditions, Maya has a lot to balance. But with Surface Laptop 5, she’s able to do it all in style.

Whether they’re working at the plant shop or creating sustainable designs for friends, Luca and Reed need a laptop that can power their always-on lifestyle.

• Testing conducted by Microsoft in August 2022 using preproduction software and preproduction 15” Intel® Core™ i7, 256GB, 8GB RAM device. Testing consisted of full battery discharge with a mixture of active use and modern standby. The active use portion consists of (1) a web browsing test accessing eight popular websites over multiple open tabs, (2) a productivity test utilising Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneNote and Outlook, and (3) a portion of time with the device in use with idle applications. All settings were default except screen brightness was set to 150 nits with Auto-Brightness disabled. WiFi was connected to a network. Tested with Windows Version 11.0.22621 (21H2). Battery life varies significantly with settings, usage and other factors.
• [3] Requires Dolby Vision® and Dolby Vision IQ™ encoded content and video.
• [4] Requires Dolby Atmos® encoded content and audio.
• [5] Subscription required. Sold separately. Xbox Cloud Gaming (beta) requires Xbox Game Pass subscription: streaming limitations and wait times may apply. Selected devices and regions. Game catalogue varies over time.
• [6] Some accessories, devices and software sold separately.
• [8] Available colours may vary by market.
• [9] Requires device with USB-C® USB4®/Thunderbolt™ 4 port and when supported by device and display
• [10] Controller features a USB-C port. Compatible with selected devices and operating system versions. Some functionality not supported on Android, iOS, or via Bluetooth. Go to Xbox Controller Compatibility for more information. Button mapping available via Xbox Accessories app for Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and Windows 10/11.
• [11] Requires Windows 10 or later with the latest updates.
• [12] Surface Laptop Studio 2 display has rounded corners within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape the screen is 14.36 inches diagonally (actual viewable area is less).

Windows 10 is designed to deliver updates for the supported lifetime of the device. Two types of Windows 10 updates may be provided: quality updates and feature updates. Quality updates include both security and non-security updates and are typically targeted to be released once a month. Feature updates also include security and non-security fixes as well as new features to Windows 10 and are typically provided twice a year. Ensuring that your device receives these updates and is kept up-to-date is important for your device security. Windows 10 periodically checks for updates so you don’t have to. When a Windows 10 update is available—and sufficient free disk space is available on your device—it will be automatically installed. So that Windows 10 continues to stay updated, it’s important to ensure your device has sufficient free space. See additional applicable details in the following notes.

Important notes about Windows 10 updates:

• A device might not be able to receive updates if the device hardware is incompatible, if it lacks current drivers or sufficient available hard drive space, or if it’s otherwise outside of the Original Equipment Manufacturer's (“OEM”) support period. Visit the Windows Lifecycle Fact Sheet or the Lifecycle FAQ for Windows products to learn more about the servicing timeline for each feature update.
  
  
  • Some of the disk space needed for installing updates is only temporarily required. Typically, ten days after installing an update, a disk clean-up will be automatically performed to delete copies of the older, unneeded Windows files and free up space again.
     
• Not all features in a Windows 10 update will work on all devices.
  
  
• An internet connection is required to perform Windows 10 updates and Internet access (ISP) fees might apply.

Microsoft has unveiled the new Surface Pro 9, a new tablet that retains the traditional design as its predecessor but with new internals and the choice of the ARM processor or the more powerful 12th Gen Intel silicon.

Similar to the Surface Pro 8, the Surface Pro 9 has a unibody made with aluminum, a 13-inch screen (3:2 aspect ratio), and a 120Hz refresh rate. You have the choice of an Intel 12th Gen Core i7 or i5 processor, and this time, you can also get the tablet with a Microsoft SQ3 processor powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon. In addition, depending on the model, the Surface Pro 9 comes with up to 32GB of DDR5 memory, up to 1TB of replaceable storage, and 5G connectivity.

As for performance, the company claims up to 50 percent more performance from the Intel model than the Surface Pro 8, and the two Thunderbolt 4 ports provide super-faster data transfer and the ability to drive two 4K external monitors or use external GPUs. Also, you can get up to 15.5 hours of battery life and up to 19 hours with the ARM-based model.

Color options for the Pro 9 include Platinum, Graphite, Sapphire, and Forest, but the color availability will depend on the model you choose. Of course, the detachable keyboard and Slim Pen are sold separately.

Also, as part of the 10-year anniversary of Surface, Microsoft is partnering with London-based global design house “Liberty” to offer a special-edition Surface Pro keyboard and laser-etched Surface Pro 9 with an exclusive pattern in a vibrant blue floral inspired by the Windows 11 Bloom wallpaper.

The Surface Pro 9 pricing starts at $1000 and can go up to $2600 for the Intel Core i7 model. The ARM-based model starts at $1300 and can go up to $1900 with a maxed-out configuration. The tablet is available starting October 25, 2022, and you can pre-order from the technologysurface.com 

It comes with an adapter that recharges the battery and a USB port that you can use to simultaneously charge another device. This laptop power adapter is designed to match the look of the Microsoft Surface Book and ensures that you continue working without any interruption. This 65 W power adaptor is lightweight and compact-sized, allowing you to carry it wherever you're headed.

• Computer power cable for charging the Microsoft Surface Book
• C8 AC connector for connecting to a power outlet
• 5W USB 2.0 port connects to a compatible USB device

                                        Surface Laptop 4

Do it all with style, performance and speed

Now with Windows 11. Up to 70% faster than before with significantly longer battery life that lasts all day.¹ Stand out on HD video calls, capture ideas on the PixelSense™ touchscreen, and enjoy immersive Dolby Atmos® audio⁵.

Slim, sleek design

Ultra-thin and light, two sizes, both with a smooth, invisible hinge you can open with one finger. ​

Serious multitasking power

Choice of 11th Gen Intel® Core™ or AMD Ryzen™ Microsoft Surface® Edition processor.²

Look and sound your best

Even in low light, with the high-definition camera. Be heard loud and clear with dual Studio Mics.​

Trusted security

Protect files and photos with integrated OneDrive cloud storage. Work securely across devices with Windows 10⁴ and Microsoft 365.^*

Sleek, elegant and quiet

Open effortlessly with one finger and enjoy uninterrupted productivity on the PixelSense™ touchscreen thanks to whisper-quiet cooling. Personalise with choice of two sizes and keyboard finishes — warm Alcantara® or cool metal.

Performance for multitasking, video chats and entertainment

Breeze through busy days with more multitasking power and up to 70% more speed than before, look and sound your best on video calls, and enjoy immersive Dolby Atmos® audio for movies,⁵ all backed by serious processing power.

Comfort, convenience and all the connections

Power your creativity anywhere thanks to all-day battery life,¹ Fast Charging and exceptional typing comfort. Connect easily with both USB-C® and USB-A ports. 

Introducing Surface Pro 8

Empower all-day impact with tablet portability and laptop performance with our most powerful Pro. Surface Pro 9 helps keep teams connected with optional 5G,¹⁸ enables work on their terms with built-in security, and the power they need to succeed.

Whether you’re still invested in Windows 10 or are ready to introduce Windows 11 to your workforce, you have choices. Both options are available for Surface Pro 8.

• Sold separately. Software licence required for some features. Charger for Surface Slim Pen 2 sold separately. Surface Slim Pen 2 can charge with Surface Slim Pen Charger, Surface Pro Signature Keyboard, Surface Pro X Signature Keyboard, Surface Laptop Studio and Surface Duo 2 Pen Cover.
• [2] Tactile signals with Surface Slim Pen 2 can be experienced on some applications on Surface Pro 8 running Windows 11. Surface Slim Pen 2 sold separately.
• [3] System software and updates use significant storage space. Available storage is subject to change based on system software and updates and apps usage. 1 GB = 1 billion bytes. 1 TB = 1,000 GB. See Surface Storage for more details.
• [4] Battery life varies significantly based on usage, network and feature configuration, signal strength, settings and other factors. See aka.ms/SurfaceBatteryPerformance for details.
• [5] Requires Dolby Vision^Footnote® encoded content and video.
• [6] Requires Dolby Atmos^Footnote® encoded content and audio.
• [7] Requires licence or subscription to activate and use.
• [8] Activation required. If your device is managed by your organisation’s IT department, contact your IT administrator for activation. After 30 days, you will be charged the applicable monthly or annual subscription fee. Credit card required. Cancel any time to stop future charges. See https://aka.ms/m365businesstrialinfo.
• [9] LTE functionality available on selected configurations only. Availability may vary by market and configuration. Service availability and performance subject to service provider’s network. Contact your service provider for details, compatibility, pricing, SIM card, and activation. See all specs and frequencies at surface.com.
• [10] Colours available on selected models only. Available colours, sizes, finishes and processors may vary by store, market and configuration.
• [11] Microsoft’s Limited Warranty is in addition to your consumer law rights.
• [12] Weight not including Surface Pro Signature Keyboard or Surface Pro X Keyboard.
• [13] eSIM support may vary by carrier. Individual device activation for eSIM is supported, however bulk activations leveraging eSIM on devices with Windows 10 are not currently available.
• [14] Surface Go and Surface Go 2 use a third-party UEFI and do not support DFCI. DFCI is currently available for Surface Go 3, Surface Pro 8, Surface Laptop Studio, Surface Laptop 4, Surface Pro 7+, Surface Laptop Go, Surface Book 3, Surface Laptop 3 and Surface Pro X. Find out more about managing Surface UEFI settings.
• [15] Download the full Eco profile - https://aka.ms/Pro8_EcoProfile.
• [16] For more information on EPEAT registration in other markets - https://aka.ms/Pro8_EPEAT.
• [17] i3 and 4G LTE options not included.
• [18] 5G not available in all areas; compatibility and performance depends on carrier network, plan and other factors. See carrier for details and pricing.
• [19] Chargers, software, accessories and devices sold separately. Availability may vary by market. Surface Slim Pen 2 does not come with a charger. Surface Slim Pen 2 can charge with Surface Slim Pen Charger, Surface Pro Signature Keyboard, Surface Laptop Studio and Surface Duo 2 Pen Cover. All are sold separately.

Introducing Surface Pro 8

Empower all-day impact with tablet portability and laptop performance with our most powerful Pro. Surface Pro 9 helps keep teams connected with optional 5G,¹⁸ enables work on their terms with built-in security, and the power they need to succeed.

Whether you’re still invested in Windows 10 or are ready to introduce Windows 11 to your workforce, you have choices. Both options are available for Surface Pro 8.

• Sold separately. Software licence required for some features. Charger for Surface Slim Pen 2 sold separately. Surface Slim Pen 2 can charge with Surface Slim Pen Charger, Surface Pro Signature Keyboard, Surface Pro X Signature Keyboard, Surface Laptop Studio and Surface Duo 2 Pen Cover.
• [2] Tactile signals with Surface Slim Pen 2 can be experienced on some applications on Surface Pro 8 running Windows 11. Surface Slim Pen 2 sold separately.
• [3] System software and updates use significant storage space. Available storage is subject to change based on system software and updates and apps usage. 1 GB = 1 billion bytes. 1 TB = 1,000 GB. See Surface Storage for more details.
• [4] Battery life varies significantly based on usage, network and feature configuration, signal strength, settings and other factors. See aka.ms/SurfaceBatteryPerformance for details.
• [5] Requires Dolby Vision^Footnote® encoded content and video.
• [6] Requires Dolby Atmos^Footnote® encoded content and audio.
• [7] Requires licence or subscription to activate and use.
• [8] Activation required. If your device is managed by your organisation’s IT department, contact your IT administrator for activation. After 30 days, you will be charged the applicable monthly or annual subscription fee. Credit card required. Cancel any time to stop future charges. See https://aka.ms/m365businesstrialinfo.
• [9] LTE functionality available on selected configurations only. Availability may vary by market and configuration. Service availability and performance subject to service provider’s network. Contact your service provider for details, compatibility, pricing, SIM card, and activation. See all specs and frequencies at surface.com.
• [10] Colours available on selected models only. Available colours, sizes, finishes and processors may vary by store, market and configuration.
• [11] Microsoft’s Limited Warranty is in addition to your consumer law rights.
• [12] Weight not including Surface Pro Signature Keyboard or Surface Pro X Keyboard.
• [13] eSIM support may vary by carrier. Individual device activation for eSIM is supported, however bulk activations leveraging eSIM on devices with Windows 10 are not currently available.
• [14] Surface Go and Surface Go 2 use a third-party UEFI and do not support DFCI. DFCI is currently available for Surface Go 3, Surface Pro 8, Surface Laptop Studio, Surface Laptop 4, Surface Pro 7+, Surface Laptop Go, Surface Book 3, Surface Laptop 3 and Surface Pro X. Find out more about managing Surface UEFI settings.
• [15] Download the full Eco profile - https://aka.ms/Pro8_EcoProfile.
• [16] For more information on EPEAT registration in other markets - https://aka.ms/Pro8_EPEAT.
• [17] i3 and 4G LTE options not included.
• [18] 5G not available in all areas; compatibility and performance depends on carrier network, plan and other factors. See carrier for details and pricing.
• [19] Chargers, software, accessories and devices sold separately. Availability may vary by market. Surface Slim Pen 2 does not come with a charger. Surface Slim Pen 2 can charge with Surface Slim Pen Charger, Surface Pro Signature Keyboard, Surface Laptop Studio and Surface Duo 2 Pen Cover. All are sold separately.