If you’re unfamiliar with JEDI, it is the Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure project. Microsoft’s cloud services will underpin an overhaul of the DoD’s computing infrastructure. Microsoft was originally awarded the contract a year ago.
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If Microsoft had been working on the project since 2019, those improvements would have been weaved into the infrastructure. However, with any project needing to start from scratch, the DoD has simply decided to cancel the $10 billion deal. In a press release, the department reflected on the changing tech demands, saying, “due to evolving requirements, increased cloud conversancy, and industry advances, the JEDI Cloud contract no longer meets its needs.” Perhaps the DoD will take a multi-vendor approach instead of risking another failed project. Tip of the day: When using your Windows 10 laptop or convertible with a mobile hotspot you might want to limit the Internet bandwidth your PC uses. In our tutorial we are showing you how to set up a metered connection in Windows 10 and how to turn it off again, if needed.
