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A new way for small and midsize businesses to stay secure and current
Editor’s note 10/15/2019: As explained in our March 12, 2019 blog post, Microsoft will deliver a handful of reminder notifications through the end of 2019 with recommend actions to take ahead of Windows 7 end of support.![Image of two workers looking at a computer screen.](https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2019/09/Windows-Virtual-Desktop-card-300x183.jpg)
Windows Virtual Desktop is now generally available worldwide
Today, we’re excited to announce that Windows Virtual Desktop is now generally available worldwide. Windows Virtual Desktop is the only service that delivers simplified management, a multi-session Windows 10 experience, optimizations for Office 365 ProPlus, and support for Windows Server Remote Desktop Services (RDS) desktops and apps.![](https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2019/08/FastTrack-guidence-for-Windows-10-deployment-card-300x183.jpg)
Speed up your Windows 10 deployment with new FastTrack guidance
Upgrading and updating complex technology environments is no small task. To support you through every step of your Windows 10 deployment, we made investments to help you assess compatibility, make informed decisions, and reduce cost and complexity.![Image of an office worker examining an email on his laptop.](https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2019/07/Improving-the-Office-365-app-experience-in-virtual-environments-card-300x183.jpg)
Improving the Office app experience in virtual environments
Microsoft 365 is designed to help organizations digitally transform workplace collaboration. Many customers that I work with use virtualization, and they’re always looking for ways to cut costs and improve the user experience.![Image of four workers collaborating in a lounge.](https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2019/05/New-to-Microsoft-365-BANNER-1-300x113.png)
New to Microsoft 365 in May—new tools to streamline compliance and make collaboration inclusive and engaging
This month, we’re introducing new tools to help simplify compliance, app updates to boost productivity, and features to foster secure, collaborative user experiences. Here’s a look at what’s new in May.![Image of a woman using a pen on a tablet.](https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2019/05/Helping-small-businesses-CARD-300x183.png)
Helping small businesses protect their greatest asset—their data
Entrepreneurs around the world face a range of challenges—from attracting and retaining talent in a tight labor market to changes in workplace norms—that make having the latest tools available on any device a competitive imperative. Being more efficient can free you up to do what you do best—and put your focus on customers and employees.![Image of a worker in a warehouse working on a tablet.](https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2019/03/Windows-Virtual-Desktop-GRID-300x169.png)
Announcing the public preview of Windows Virtual Desktop
Last September, we announced Windows Virtual Desktop and began a private preview. Since then, we’ve been hard at work developing the ability to scale and deliver a true multi-session Windows 10 and Office 365 ProPlus virtual desktop and app experience on any device.![Image of two coworkers meeting next to a computer in their office.](https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2019/03/Ignite-Asterdam-M365-FINAL-300x113.png)
Helping IT reduce costs, increase security, and boost employee productivity
Todaen-y, we’re announcing several new Microsoft 365 enhancements to help IT reduce costs, increase security, and boost employee productivity. Here’s a quick summary: Windows Virtual Desktop is now in public preview, providing the best virtualized Microsoft 365 experience across devices.![Two coworkers collaborate over a document on a desk.](https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2019/03/Shift-to-Microsoft-365-card-300x179.jpg)
Now is the time to make the shift to Microsoft 365
The end of support for Windows 7 is less than a year away. Many of you are well on your journey to migrate to Window 10 and Office 365, as they provide the most productive, secure, and cost-effective experience for users and IT departments.![On office worker wearing a headset turns his head to react to a coworker.](https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2019/02/M365-monthly-update-BANNER-300x113.png)
New to Microsoft 365 in February—advancing security and empowering a modern workplace
This month, we released several new capabilities to help you stay ahead of threats, create a more productive workplace, and keep you in the flow of work. Here’s a look at what’s new in February.![](https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/microsoft-365/blog/wp-content/uploads/sites/15/2019/01/M365-new-offerings-card-300x183.jpg)