Beginning October 6, 2026, new Microsoft Teams meeting recordings, transcripts, and AI-generated summary (Intelligent Recap) content will be retained for 120 days by default.
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Microsoft Teams Enhancements
This article explores three enhancements to Microsoft Teams: Teams Premium, UW Create, and recordings and transcripts in Teams Phone.
The Work Nobody Sees
From UWIT Vice President and UW Chief Information Officer, Andreas Bohman
Microsoft Publisher Retires in October 2026
Microsoft Publisher will reach end of support on October 1, 2026; it’s recommended to identify and convert Publisher files now to avoid future access and editing challenges.
Operational Excellence and Technology: An Update
From UWIT Vice President and UW Chief Information Officer, Andreas Bohman
Free & Low-Cost Adobe Software for the UW Community
Free and low-cost options for Adobe Express, Acrobat Pro, and Creative Cloud are now available for the UW community.
Why Use Purple Instead of a Public AI Tool?
Find out how Purple is different from public AI tools.
Using Purple Thoughtfully: 5 Things to Keep in Mind
Here are the top five things to consider when using Purple to ensure you’re using it thoughtfully.
Meet Purple: UW’s Generative AI Tool is Now Available to Students
Purple, UW’s generative AI tool, is now available as an optional tool for students. Learn what Purple can do and how to get started.
Resource Spotlight: Purple Chat History and Response Validation
Learn how to manage your chat history in Purple and evaluate AI-generated content before using it.