Microsoft Unveils Cloud Computing Support Policy

Microsoft has unveiled the new cloud computing support policy for Windows Azure and Office 365, according to a report from Network World.

The implementation of this policy

Following the implementation of this policy, Windows Azure and Office 365 clients can plan for changes that would eliminate services, take them temporarily offline or require an overhaul of management practices, the report said.

Additionally, Microsoft announced it would provide 12 months' notice previously terminating any "Business and Developer-oriented Online Service." The company is as well committed to preserve customer data for until further notice 30 days in renewals or migrations that involve clients moving off a service.

The moment 10 years of support for Business

Microsoft's general support policy promises for the moment 10 years of support for Business and Developer products, including five years of Mainstream Support.

As the adoption of cloud services among small and mid-size business continues to rise, Microsoft’s cloud solutions are offering enormous market opportunities for hosting and communications service providers.

Microsoft said that it’s helping service providers take advantage of those opportunities via its software, services and programs, enabling them to become trusted advisors and full-service IT providers to businesses.

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