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Microsoft has provided an update on a faster and more reliable sync experience so that you always have the latest version of your files accessible from any device.   They will roll out this upgrade over the coming months. The previous sync client will then stop working. If you try to sync your files stored in OneDrive for Business using the old sync client, you will be prompted to install the new sync client.  You can download and set up the Next Generation Sync Client from the following link Download Link

Features Deprecated in SharePoint 2016 Bill Baer from Microsoft disclosed several deprecated features of SharePoint 2016. But have no fear! There are alternatives to still use these features. The following is a list of those deprecated features. SharePoint Foundation Stand-Alone Installation ForeFront Identity Manager Client (FIM) SharePoint Designer Excel Services in SharePoint Tags and Notes Sharepoint BI capabilities Stsadm.exe SharePoint Foundation SharePoint foundation was included in SharePoint 2007, 2010, 2013. It is free version of SharePoint with almost the basic and core functionalities. But it is not available in SharePoint 2016. As an alternative, for users with limited requirements, there is a version of SharePoint Online that provides a limited feature set with a small associated cost. Stand-Alone Installation SharePoint Release 2016 does not support a standalone installation. Therefore, the MinRole approach is introduced in SharePoint 2016. If you are...

Situation : Using the Skydrive Pro app (Onedrive) to sync the document in SharePoint library. We have around 10,000 documents to upload in SharePoint document library via OneDrive sync app. Sudden, the app has stopped working to sync the document in document library. We have tried to restart the machine but issue still persists. Issue is : Microsoft SkyDrive Pro has stopped working Resolution : We were able to resolve this same issue with the following steps Clear all browsing history on IE Stop syncing all Skydrive Pro folders (have the remaining folders moved away from the original location to avoid duplicate renamed folders) Run IE as administrator and resync the libraries normally If you are facing issue after performing the above mentioned (point 1 to point 3) steps then perform the below other steps Close all your Office processes, such as groove.exe which is SkyDrive Pro,msouc.exe,  msosync.exe,office library sync.  Note : The processes vary based on...

SharePoint search by default crawl all items in list / library and will include default pages (AllItems.aspx, DispForm.aspx etc.).  There is a way to exclude / restrict the default pages from search result. Edit Search result page Edit Search Results WebPart Click " Change query " button under "Search Criteria" In Search query, add IsDocument:"True" and click Test query Click Ok and click Apply and click Stop Editing from ribbon.

Yesterday, Microsoft has released “SharePoint Server 2016 IT Preview”. Official documentation is available at https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc303422(v=office.16).aspx You can download it from http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=48712

SharePoint Server, an advanced collaboration platform from Microsoft, has been received warmly by small, mid-sized, and organizations across the world. Organizations that have been using traditional File Servers are now using this new product for better collaboration and data sharing. It, being an intranet platform, can be accessed through the network of the organization. Its advanced collaboration features have made working together as a team more comfortable. But, still there is a confusion regarding whether SharePoint is meant to replace the traditional File Servers. File Servers and SharePoint – An Unfair Comparison Yes, it is unfair to compare File Servers with SharePoint! MS SharePoint offers unique collaboration and document sharing features that File Servers cannot provide. Before discussing them, let us understand the situations where File Servers are more suitable. File Servers are less expensive compared to SharePoint SharePoint is more expensive than File Servers...

On 4th May 2015, MS has showcased SharePoint 2016 demo site at the Ignite Keynote. http://sp2016demo.fpweb.net/SitePages/Home.aspx Request you all to share your valuable feedback here (comment). 18 - May - 2015 : Fpweb.net has restrict above URL until SP 2016 preview release for public Beta in Q4 of 2015.