diff --git a/windows/application-management/index.yml b/windows/application-management/index.yml index dc786fd289..d3a95df0d0 100644 --- a/windows/application-management/index.yml +++ b/windows/application-management/index.yml @@ -5,7 +5,7 @@ summary: Learn about managing applications in Windows client, including how to r metadata: title: Windows application management # Required; page title displayed in search results. Include the brand. < 60 chars. - description: Learn about managing applications in Windows 10 and Windows Sun Valley. # Required; article description that is displayed in search results. < 160 chars. + description: Learn about managing applications in Windows 10 and Windows 11. # Required; article description that is displayed in search results. < 160 chars. services: windows-10 ms.service: windows-10 #Required; service per approved list. service slug assigned to your service by ACOM. ms.subservice: subservice diff --git a/windows/deployment/TOC.yml b/windows/deployment/TOC.yml index e3fcfca9e0..cafdf97782 100644 --- a/windows/deployment/TOC.yml +++ b/windows/deployment/TOC.yml @@ -5,8 +5,8 @@ items: - name: What's new href: deploy-whats-new.md - - name: Windows Sun Valley deployment overview - href: /windows/whats-new/windows-sv-overview.md + - name: Windows 11 deployment overview + href: /windows/whats-new/windows-11-overview.md - name: Windows client deployment scenarios href: windows-10-deployment-scenarios.md - name: What is Windows as a service? @@ -35,8 +35,8 @@ - name: Plan items: - - name: Windows Sun Valley deployment planning - href: /windows/whats-new/windows-sv-plan.md + - name: Windows 11 deployment planning + href: /windows/whats-new/windows-11-plan.md - name: Create a deployment plan href: update/create-deployment-plan.md - name: Define readiness criteria @@ -71,8 +71,8 @@ - name: Prepare items: - - name: Prepare to deploy Windows Sun Valley - href: /windows/whats-new/windows-sv-prepare.md + - name: Prepare to deploy Windows 11 + href: /windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md - name: Prepare to deploy Windows 10 updates href: update/prepare-deploy-windows.md - name: Evaluate and update infrastructure diff --git a/windows/deployment/deploy-whats-new.md b/windows/deployment/deploy-whats-new.md index 583e4392a1..fa8ca9e964 100644 --- a/windows/deployment/deploy-whats-new.md +++ b/windows/deployment/deploy-whats-new.md @@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ ms.custom: seo-marvel-apr2020 This topic provides an overview of new solutions and online content related to deploying Windows client in your organization. - For an all-up overview of new features in Windows 10, see [What's new in Windows 10](/windows/whats-new/index). -- For an overview of Windows Sun Valley, see [What's new in Windows Sun Valley](/windows/whats-new/windows-sv). +- For an overview of Windows 11, see [What's new in Windows 11](/windows/whats-new/windows-11). ## Latest news diff --git a/windows/deployment/index.yml b/windows/deployment/index.yml index eda7ab8577..d938c4922b 100644 --- a/windows/deployment/index.yml +++ b/windows/deployment/index.yml @@ -66,8 +66,8 @@ landingContent: links: - text: What's new in Windows deployment url: deploy-whats-new.md - - text: Windows Sun Valley overview - url: /windows/whats-new/windows-sv.md + - text: Windows 11 overview + url: /windows/whats-new/windows-11.md - text: Windows client deployment scenarios url: windows-10-deployment-scenarios.md - text: Basics of Windows updates, channels, and tools diff --git a/windows/hub/TOC.yml b/windows/hub/TOC.yml index 1752028577..a199923b84 100644 --- a/windows/hub/TOC.yml +++ b/windows/hub/TOC.yml @@ -6,8 +6,8 @@ items: - name: What's new in Windows href: /windows/whats-new - - name: Windows Sun Valley - href: /windows/whats-new/windows-sv + - name: Windows 11 + href: /windows/whats-new/windows-11 - name: Release information href: /windows/release-health - name: Deployment diff --git a/windows/hub/index.yml b/windows/hub/index.yml index 846ee4e900..f61c3a9861 100644 --- a/windows/hub/index.yml +++ b/windows/hub/index.yml @@ -1,11 +1,11 @@ ### YamlMime:Landing title: Windows client resources and documentation for IT Pros # < 60 chars -summary: Plan, deploy, secure, and manage devices running Windows 10 and Windows Sun Valley. # < 160 chars +summary: Plan, deploy, secure, and manage devices running Windows 10 and Windows 11. # < 160 chars metadata: title: Windows client documentation for IT Pros # Required; page title displayed in search results. Include the brand. < 60 chars. - description: Evaluate, plan, deploy, secure, and manage devices running Windows 10 and Windows Sun Valley. # Required; article description that is displayed in search results. < 160 chars. + description: Evaluate, plan, deploy, secure, and manage devices running Windows 10 and Windows 11. # Required; article description that is displayed in search results. < 160 chars. services: windows-10 ms.service: windows-10 #Required; service per approved list. service slug assigned to your service by ACOM. ms.subservice: subservice @@ -26,14 +26,14 @@ landingContent: linkLists: - linkListType: overview links: - - text: Windows Sun Valley overview - url: /windows/whats-new/windows-sv - - text: Windows Sun Valley requirements - url: /windows/whats-new/windows-sv-requirements - - text: Plan for Windows Sun Valley - url: /windows/whats-new/windows-sv-plan - - text: Prepare for Windows Sun Valley - url: /windows/whats-new/windows-sv-prepare + - text: Windows 11 overview + url: /windows/whats-new/windows-11 + - text: Windows 11 requirements + url: /windows/whats-new/windows-11-requirements + - text: Plan for Windows 11 + url: /windows/whats-new/windows-11-plan + - text: Prepare for Windows 11 + url: /windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare - text: What's new in Windows 10, version 21H1 url: /windows/whats-new/whats-new-windows-10-version-21H1 - text: Windows release information diff --git a/windows/sv/docfx.json b/windows/sv/docfx.json index fe874614d1..e7955464fe 100644 --- a/windows/sv/docfx.json +++ b/windows/sv/docfx.json @@ -39,13 +39,13 @@ "overwrite": [], "externalReference": [], "globalMetadata": { - "breadcrumb_path": "/windows/windows-sv/breadcrumb/toc.json", + "breadcrumb_path": "/windows/windows-11/breadcrumb/toc.json", "extendBreadcrumb": true, "feedback_system": "None" }, "fileMetadata": {}, "template": [], - "dest": "windows-sv", + "dest": "windows-11", "markdownEngineName": "markdig" } } \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/windows/whats-new/TOC.yml b/windows/whats-new/TOC.yml index 71e18303ee..a9ae9e12ba 100644 --- a/windows/whats-new/TOC.yml +++ b/windows/whats-new/TOC.yml @@ -1,16 +1,16 @@ - name: What's new in Windows href: index.yml -- name: Windows Sun Valley +- name: Windows 11 expanded: true items: - - name: Windows Sun Valley overview - href: windows-sv.md - - name: Windows Sun Valley requirements - href: windows-sv-requirements.md - - name: Plan for Windows Sun Valley - href: windows-sv-plan.md - - name: Prepare for Windows Sun Valley - href: windows-sv-prepare.md + - name: Windows 11 overview + href: windows-11.md + - name: Windows 11 requirements + href: windows-11-requirements.md + - name: Plan for Windows 11 + href: windows-11-plan.md + - name: Prepare for Windows 11 + href: windows-11-prepare.md - name: Windows 10 expanded: true items: diff --git a/windows/whats-new/index.yml b/windows/whats-new/index.yml index fbea14e982..375f946870 100644 --- a/windows/whats-new/index.yml +++ b/windows/whats-new/index.yml @@ -1,11 +1,11 @@ ### YamlMime:Landing title: What's new in Windows # < 60 chars -summary: Find out about new features and capabilities in the latest release of Windows 10 and Windows Sun Valley. # < 160 chars +summary: Find out about new features and capabilities in the latest release of Windows 10 and Windows 11. # < 160 chars metadata: title: What's new in Windows # Required; page title displayed in search results. Include the brand. < 60 chars. - description: Find out about new features and capabilities in the latest release of Windows 10 and Windows Sun Valley. # Required; article description that is displayed in search results. < 160 chars. + description: Find out about new features and capabilities in the latest release of Windows 10 and Windows 11. # Required; article description that is displayed in search results. < 160 chars. services: windows-10 ms.service: windows-10 #Required; service per approved list. service slug assigned to your service by ACOM. ms.subservice: subservice @@ -13,7 +13,7 @@ metadata: ms.collection: windows-10 author: greg-lindsay #Required; your GitHub user alias, with correct capitalization. ms.author: greglin #Required; microsoft alias of author; optional team alias. - ms.date: 06/02/2021 #Required; mm/dd/yyyy format. + ms.date: 06/24/2021 #Required; mm/dd/yyyy format. localization_priority: medium # linkListType: architecture | concept | deploy | download | get-started | how-to-guide | learn | overview | quickstart | reference | tutorial | video | whats-new @@ -23,18 +23,18 @@ landingContent: # Start card title with a verb # Card (optional) - - title: Windows Sun Valley + - title: Windows 11 linkLists: - linkListType: overview links: - - text: Windows Sun Valley Overview - url: windows-sv.md - - text: Windows Sun Valley requirements - url: windows-sv-requirements.md - - text: Plan for Windows Sun Valley - url: windows-sv-plan.md - - text: Prepare for Windows Sun Valley - url: windows-sv-prepare.md + - text: Windows 11 overview + url: windows-11.md + - text: Windows 11 requirements + url: windows-11-requirements.md + - text: Plan for Windows 11 + url: windows-11-plan.md + - text: Prepare for Windows 11 + url: windows-11-prepare.md - title: Windows 10 linkLists: diff --git a/windows/whats-new/windows-11-plan.md b/windows/whats-new/windows-11-plan.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..ad68e1ebfa --- /dev/null +++ b/windows/whats-new/windows-11-plan.md @@ -0,0 +1,122 @@ +--- +title: Plan for Windows 11 +description: Windows 11 deployment planning, IT Pro content. +keywords: ["get started", "windows 11", "plan"] +ms.prod: w11 +ms.mktglfcycl: deploy +ms.sitesec: library +author: greg-lindsay +ms.author: greglin +ms.date: 06/24/2021 +ms.reviewer: +manager: laurawi +ms.localizationpriority: high +ms.topic: article +--- + +# Plan for Windows 11 + +**Applies to** + +- Windows 11 + +## Deployment planning + +This article provides guidance to help you plan for Windows 11 in your organization. + +Since Windows 11 is built on the same foundation as Windows 10, you can use the same deployment capabilities, scenarios, and tools—as well as the same basic deployment strategy that you use today for Windows 10. You will need to review and update your servicing strategy to adjust for changes in [Servicing and support](#servicing-and-support) for Windows 11. + +At a high level, this strategy should include the following steps: +- [Create a deployment plan](/windows/deployment/update/create-deployment-plan) +- [Define readiness criteria](/windows/deployment/update/plan-define-readiness) +- [Evaluate infrastructure and tools](/windows/deployment/update/eval-infra-tools) +- [Determine application readiness](/windows/deployment/update/plan-determine-app-readiness) +- [Define your servicing strategy](/windows/deployment/update/plan-define-strategy) + +If you are looking for ways to optimize your approach to deploying Windows 11, or if deploying a new version of an operating system is not a familiar process for you, some items to consider are provided below. + +## Determine eligibility + +As a first step, you will need to know which of your current devices meet the Windows 11 hardware requirements. Most devices purchased in the last 18-24 months will be compatible with Windows 11. Verify that your device meets or exceeds [Windows 11 requirements](windows-11-requirements.md) to ensure it is compatible. + +Microsoft is currently developing analysis tools to help you evaluate your devices against the Windows 11 hardware requirements. When Windows 11 reaches general availability, end-users running Windows 10 Home, Pro, and Pro for Workstations will be able to use the **PC Health Check** app to determine their eligibility for Windows 11. end-users running Windows 10 Enterprise and Education editions should rely on their IT administrators to let them know when they are eligible for the upgrade.  + +Enterprise organizations looking to evaluate device readiness in their environments can expect this capability to be integrated into existing Microsoft tools, such as Endpoint analytics and Update Compliance. This capability will be available when Windows 11 is generally available. Microsoft is also working with software publishing partners to facilitate adding Windows 11 device support into their solutions. + +## Windows 11 availability + +The availability of Windows 11 will vary according to a device's hardware and whether the device receives updates directly, or from a management solution that is maintained by an IT administrator. + +##### Managed devices + +Managed devices are devices that are under organization control. Managed devices include those managed by Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager, or other endpoint management solutions. + +If you manage devices on behalf of your organization, you will be able to upgrade eligible devices to Windows 11 using your existing deployment and management tools at no cost when the upgrade reaches general availability. Organizations that use Windows Update for Business will have added benefits, such as: + +- Ensuring that devices that don't meet the minimum hardware requirements are not automatically offered the Windows 11 upgrade. +- Additional insight into safeguard holds. While safeguard holds will function for Windows 11 devices just as they do for Windows 10 today, administrators using Windows Update for Business will have access to information on which safeguard holds are preventing individual devices from taking the upgrade to Windows 11. + +> [!NOTE] +> If you use Windows Update for Business to manage feature update deployments today, you will need to leverage the **Target Version** policy rather than **Feature Update deferrals** to move from Windows 10 to Windows 11. Deferrals are great for quality updates or to move to newer version of the same product (from example, from Windows 10, version 20H2 to 21H1), but they cannot migrate a device between products (from Windows 10 to Windows 11).
+> Additionally, Windows 11 has a new End User License Agreement. If you are deploying with Windows Update for Business **Target Version** or with Windows Server Update Services, you are accepting this new End User License Agreement on behalf of the end-users within your organization. + +##### Unmanaged devices + +Unmanaged devices are devices that are not managed by an IT administrator on behalf of an organization. For operating system (OS) deployment, these devices are not subject to organizational policies that manage upgrades or updates. + +Windows 11 will be offered to eligible Windows 10 devices beginning later in the 2021 calendar year. Messaging on new devices will vary by PC manufacturer, but users will see labels such as **This PC will upgrade to Windows 11 once available** on products that are available for purchase. + +The Windows 11 upgrade will be available initially on eligible, unmanaged devices to users who manually seek the upgrade through Windows Update. As with all Windows Update managed devices, the **Windows Update Settings** page will confirm when a device is eligible, and users can upgrade if they choose to. + +Just like Windows 10, the machine learning based [intelligent rollout](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/using-machine-learning-to-improve-the-windows-10-update/ba-p/877860) process will be leveraged when rolling out upgrades. Machine learning uses a combination of testing, close partner engagement, feedback, diagnostic data, and real-life insights to manage quality. This process improves the update experience and ensures that devices first nominated for updates are the devices likely to have a seamless experience. Devices that might have compatibility issues with the upgrade get the benefit of resolving these issues before the upgrade is offered. + +## Windows 11 readiness considerations + +The recommended method to determine if your infrastructure, deployment processes, and management tools are ready for Windows 11 is to join the [Windows Insider Program for Business](https://insider.windows.com/for-business). As a participant in the [Release Preview Channel](/windows-insider/business/validate-Release-Preview-Channel), you can validate that your devices and applications work as expected, and explore new features. + +As you plan your endpoint management strategy for Windows 11, consider moving to cloud-based mobile device management (MDM), such as [Microsoft Intune](/mem/intune/fundamentals/what-is-intune). If a cloud-only approach isn't right for your organization just yet, you can still modernize and streamline essential pieces of your endpoint management strategy as follows: +- Create a [cloud management gateway](/mem/configmgr/core/clients/manage/cmg/overview) (CMG) to manage Configuration Manager clients over the internet. +- Attach your existing Configuration Management estate to the cloud with [tenant attach](/mem/configmgr/tenant-attach/device-sync-actions) so you can manage all devices from within the Microsoft Endpoint Manager admin center. +- Use [co-management](/mem/configmgr/comanage/overview) to concurrently manage devices using both Configuration Manager and Microsoft Intune. This allows you to take advantage of cloud-powered capabilities like [Conditional Access](/azure/active-directory/conditional-access/overview). + +For more information on the benefits of these approaches, see [Cloud Attach Your Future: The Big 3](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/configuration-manager-blog/cloud-attach-your-future-part-ii-quot-the-big-3-quot/ba-p/1750664). + +The introduction of Windows 11 is also a good time to review your hardware refresh plans and prioritize eligible devices to ensure an optimal experience for your users. + +## Servicing and support + +Along with end-user experience and security improvements, Windows 11 introduces enhancements to Microsoft's servicing approach based on your suggestions and feedback. + +**Quality updates**: Windows 11 and Windows 10 devices will receive regular monthly quality updates to provide security updates and bug fixes. + +**Feature updates**: Microsoft will provide a single Windows 11 feature update annually, targeted for release in the second half of each calendar year. + +**Lifecycle**: +- Home, Pro, Pro for Workstations, and Pro for Education editions of Windows 11 will receive 24 months of support from the general availability date. +- Enterprise and Education editions of Windows 11 will be supported for 36 months from the general availability date. + +When Windows 11 reaches general availability, a consolidated Windows 11 update history will be available on support.microsoft.com, similar to what is [available today for Windows 10](https://support.microsoft.com/topic/windows-10-update-history-1b6aac92-bf01-42b5-b158-f80c6d93eb11). Similarly, the [Windows release health](/windows/release-health/) hub will offer quick access to Windows 11 servicing announcements, known issues, and safeguard holds. + +It is important that organizations have adequate time to plan for Windows 11. Microsoft also recognizes that many organizations will have a mix of Windows 11 and Windows 10 devices across their ecosystem. Devices on in-service versions of Windows 10 will continue to receive monthly Windows 10 security updates through 2025, as well as incremental improvements to Windows 10 to support ongoing Microsoft 365 deployments. For more information, see the [Windows 10 release information](/windows/release-health/release-information) page, which offers information about the Windows 10 Semi-Annual Channel and Long-term Servicing Channel (LTSC) releases. + +## Application compatibility + +Microsoft's compatibility promise for Windows 10 is maintained for Windows 11. Data from the App Assure program shows that Windows 10 compatibility rates are over 99.7% for enterprise organizations, including line of business (LOB) apps. Microsoft remains committed to ensuring that the apps you rely upon continue to work as expected when you upgrade. Windows 11 is subject to the same app compatibility validation requirements that are in place for Windows 10 today, for both feature and quality updates. + +#### App Assure and Test Base for Microsoft 365 + +If you run into compatibility issues or want to ensure that your organization's applications are compatible from day one, App Assure and Test Base for Microsoft 365 can help. + +**App Assure**: With enrollment in the [App Assure](/windows/compatibility/app-assure) service, any app compatibility issues that you find with Windows 11 can be resolved. Microsoft will help you remedy application issues at no cost. Since 2018, App Assure has evaluated almost 800,000 apps, and subscriptions are free for eligible customers with 150+ seats. + +**Test Base for Microsoft 365**: For software publishers, systems integrators, and IT administrators, [Test Base for Microsoft 365](https://www.microsoft.com/testbase) (currently in public preview) is a service that allows you to validate your apps across a variety of Windows feature and quality updates and environments in a Microsoft-managed Azure environment. Enterprise organizations can also nominate their software publishers for participation by completing a short form. + +You might already be using App Assure and Test Base in your Windows 10 environment. Both of these tools will continue to function with Windows 11. + +## Next steps + +[Prepare for Windows 11](windows-11-prepare.md) + +## Also see + +[Plan to deploy updates for Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 Apps](/learn/modules/windows-plan/) diff --git a/windows/whats-new/windows-sv-prepare.md b/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md similarity index 60% rename from windows/whats-new/windows-sv-prepare.md rename to windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md index e6f48a1037..3ef63328a5 100644 --- a/windows/whats-new/windows-sv-prepare.md +++ b/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md @@ -1,7 +1,7 @@ --- -title: Prepare for Windows Sun Valley -description: Prepare your infrastructure and tools to deploy Windows Sun Valley, IT Pro content. -keywords: ["get started", "windows sun valley"] +title: Prepare for Windows 11 +description: Prepare your infrastructure and tools to deploy Windows 11, IT Pro content. +keywords: ["get started", "windows 11"] ms.prod: w11 ms.mktglfcycl: deploy ms.sitesec: library @@ -14,40 +14,40 @@ ms.localizationpriority: high ms.topic: article --- -# Prepare for Windows Sun Valley +# Prepare for Windows 11 **Applies to** -- Windows Sun Valley +- Windows 11 -Windows 10 and Windows Sun Valley are designed to coexist, so that you can use the same familiar tools and process to manage both operating systems. Using a single management infrastructure that supports common applications across both Windows 10 and Windows Sun Valley helps to simplify the migration process. You can analyze endpoints, determine application compatibility, and manage Windows Sun Valley deployments in the same way that you do with Windows 10. +Windows 10 and Windows 11 are designed to coexist, so that you can use the same familiar tools and process to manage both operating systems. Using a single management infrastructure that supports common applications across both Windows 10 and Windows 11 helps to simplify the migration process. You can analyze endpoints, determine application compatibility, and manage Windows 11 deployments in the same way that you do with Windows 10. -After you evaluate your hardware to see if it meets [requirements](windows-sv-requirements.md) for Windows Sun Valley, it's a good time to review your deployment infrastructure, tools, and overall endpoint and update management processes and look for opportunities to simplify and optimize. This article provides some helpful guidance to accomplish these tasks. +After you evaluate your hardware to see if it meets [requirements](windows-11-requirements.md) for Windows 11, it's a good time to review your deployment infrastructure, tools, and overall endpoint and update management processes and look for opportunities to simplify and optimize. This article provides some helpful guidance to accomplish these tasks. ## Infrastructure and tools -The tools that you use for core workloads during Windows 10 deployments can still be used for Windows Sun Valley. A few nuanced differences are described below. +The tools that you use for core workloads during Windows 10 deployments can still be used for Windows 11. A few nuanced differences are described below. > [!IMPORTANT] - > Be sure to check with the providers of any non-Microsoft solutions that you use. Verify compatibility of these tools with Windows Sun Valley, particularly if they provide security or data loss prevention capabilities. + > Be sure to check with the providers of any non-Microsoft solutions that you use. Verify compatibility of these tools with Windows 11, particularly if they provide security or data loss prevention capabilities. #### On-premise solutions -- If you use Windows Server Update Service (WSUS), you will need to sync the new **Windows Sun Valley** product category. After you sync the product category, you will see Windows Sun Valley offered as an option. If you would like to validate Windows Sun Valley prior to release, you can sync the Windows Insider Pre-release category as well. +- If you use Windows Server Update Service (WSUS), you will need to sync the new **Windows 11** product category. After you sync the product category, you will see Windows 11 offered as an option. If you would like to validate Windows 11 prior to release, you can sync the Windows Insider Pre-release category as well. > [!NOTE] - > During deployment, you will be prompted to agree to the End User License Agreement on behalf of your users. Additionally, you will not see an x86 option because Windows Sun Valley is not supported on 32-bit architecture. + > During deployment, you will be prompted to agree to the End User License Agreement on behalf of your users. Additionally, you will not see an x86 option because Windows 11 is not supported on 32-bit architecture. -- If you use Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager, you can sync the new **Windows Sun Valley** product category and begin upgrading eligible devices. If you would like to validate Windows Sun Valley prior to release, you can sync the **Windows Insider Pre-release** category as well. +- If you use Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager, you can sync the new **Windows 11** product category and begin upgrading eligible devices. If you would like to validate Windows 11 prior to release, you can sync the **Windows Insider Pre-release** category as well. > [!NOTE] > Configuration Manager will prompt you to accept the End User License Agreement on behalf of the users in your organization. #### Cloud-based solutions -- If you use Windows Update for Business Group Policy or Configuration Service Provider (CSP) policies, you will need to use the **Target Version** capability rather than feature update deferrals to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows Sun Valley. Feature Update deferrals are great to move to newer versions of your current product (for example, Windows 10, version 20H2 to 21H1), but do not enable you to move between products (Windows 10 to Windows Sun Valley). -- Quality update deferrals will continue to work the same across both Windows 10 and Windows Sun Valley. This is true regardless of which management tool you use to configure Windows Update for Business policies. -- If you use Microsoft Intune and have a Microsoft 365 E3 license, you will be able to use **Feature Update Deployments** to easily update devices from one release of Windows 10 to another, or to upgrade Windows 10 devices to Windows Sun Valley. You can also continue using the same update experience controls to manage Windows 10 and Windows Sun Valley. +- If you use Windows Update for Business Group Policy or Configuration Service Provider (CSP) policies, you will need to use the **Target Version** capability rather than feature update deferrals to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11. Feature Update deferrals are great to move to newer versions of your current product (for example, Windows 10, version 20H2 to 21H1), but do not enable you to move between products (Windows 10 to Windows 11). +- Quality update deferrals will continue to work the same across both Windows 10 and Windows 11. This is true regardless of which management tool you use to configure Windows Update for Business policies. +- If you use Microsoft Intune and have a Microsoft 365 E3 license, you will be able to use **Feature Update Deployments** to easily update devices from one release of Windows 10 to another, or to upgrade Windows 10 devices to Windows 11. You can also continue using the same update experience controls to manage Windows 10 and Windows 11. ## Cloud-based management @@ -55,19 +55,19 @@ If you aren’t already taking advantage of cloud-based management capabilities, The following are some common use cases and the corresponding Microsoft Endpoint Manager capabilities that support them: -- **Provision and pre-configure new Windows Sun Valley devices**: [Windows Autopilot](/mem/autopilot/windows-autopilot) enables you to deploy new Windows Sun Valley devices in a “business-ready” state that includes your desired applications, settings, and policies. It can also be used to change the edition of Windows. For example, you can upgrade from Pro to Enterprise edition and gain the use of advanced features. -- **Configure rules and control settings for users, apps, and devices**: When you enroll devices in [Microsoft Intune](/mem/intune/fundamentals/what-is-intune), administrators have full control over apps, settings, features, and security for both Windows Sun Valley and Windows 10. You can also use app protection policies to require multi-factor authentication (MFA) for specific apps. -- **Streamline device management for frontline, remote, and onsite workers**: Introduced with Windows 10, [cloud configuration](/mem/intune/fundamentals/cloud-configuration) is a standard, easy-to-manage, device configuration that is cloud-optimized for users with specific workflow needs. It can be deployed to devices running the Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions of Windows Sun Valley by using Microsoft Endpoint Manager. +- **Provision and pre-configure new Windows 11 devices**: [Windows Autopilot](/mem/autopilot/windows-autopilot) enables you to deploy new Windows 11 devices in a “business-ready” state that includes your desired applications, settings, and policies. It can also be used to change the edition of Windows. For example, you can upgrade from Pro to Enterprise edition and gain the use of advanced features. +- **Configure rules and control settings for users, apps, and devices**: When you enroll devices in [Microsoft Intune](/mem/intune/fundamentals/what-is-intune), administrators have full control over apps, settings, features, and security for both Windows 11 and Windows 10. You can also use app protection policies to require multi-factor authentication (MFA) for specific apps. +- **Streamline device management for frontline, remote, and onsite workers**: Introduced with Windows 10, [cloud configuration](/mem/intune/fundamentals/cloud-configuration) is a standard, easy-to-manage, device configuration that is cloud-optimized for users with specific workflow needs. It can be deployed to devices running the Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions of Windows 11 by using Microsoft Endpoint Manager. If you are exclusively using an on-premise device management solution (for example, Configuration Manager), you can still use the [cloud management gateway](/mem/configmgr/core/clients/manage/cmg/overview), enable [tenant attach](/mem/configmgr/tenant-attach/device-sync-actions), or enable [co-management](/mem/configmgr/comanage/overview) with Microsoft Intune. These solutions can make it easier to keep devices secure and up-to-date. ## Review servicing approach and policies -Every organization will transition to Windows Sun Valley at its own pace. Microsoft is committed to supporting you through your migration to Windows Sun Valley, whether you are a fast adopter or will make the transition over the coming months or years. +Every organization will transition to Windows 11 at its own pace. Microsoft is committed to supporting you through your migration to Windows 11, whether you are a fast adopter or will make the transition over the coming months or years. When you think of operating system updates as an ongoing process, you will automatically improve your ability to deploy updates. This approach enables you to stay current with less effort, and less impact on productivity. To begin, think about how you roll out Windows feature updates today: which devices, and at what pace. -Next, craft a deployment plan for Windows Sun Valley that includes deployment groups, rings, users, or devices. There are no absolute rules for exactly how many rings to have for your deployments, but a common structure is: +Next, craft a deployment plan for Windows 11 that includes deployment groups, rings, users, or devices. There are no absolute rules for exactly how many rings to have for your deployments, but a common structure is: - Preview (first or canary): Planning and development - Limited (fast or early adopters): Pilot and validation - Broad (users or critical): Wide deployment @@ -80,7 +80,7 @@ Review deployment-related policies, taking into consideration your organization' #### Validate apps and infrastructure -To validate that your apps, infrastructure, and deployment processes are ready for Windows Sun Valley, join the [Windows Insider Program for Business](https://insider.windows.com/for-business-getting-started), and opt in to the [Release Preview Channel](/windows-insider/business/validate-Release-Preview-Channel). +To validate that your apps, infrastructure, and deployment processes are ready for Windows 11, join the [Windows Insider Program for Business](https://insider.windows.com/for-business-getting-started), and opt in to the [Release Preview Channel](/windows-insider/business/validate-Release-Preview-Channel). If you use Windows Server Update Services, you can deploy directly from the Windows Insider Pre-release category using one of the following processes: @@ -88,11 +88,11 @@ If you use Windows Server Update Services, you can deploy directly from the Wind - Leverage Azure Virtual Desktop and Azure Marketplace images. - Download and deploy ISOs from Microsoft’s Windows Insider Program ISO Download page. -Regardless of the method you choose, you have the benefit of free Microsoft support when validating pre-release builds. Free support is available to any commercial customer deploying Windows 10 or Windows Sun Valley Preview Builds, once they become available through the Windows Insider Program. +Regardless of the method you choose, you have the benefit of free Microsoft support when validating pre-release builds. Free support is available to any commercial customer deploying Windows 10 or Windows 11 Preview Builds, once they become available through the Windows Insider Program. #### Analytics and assessment tools -If you use Microsoft Endpoint Manager and have onboarded devices to Endpoint analytics, you will have access to a hardware readiness assessment later this year. This tool enables you to quickly identify which of your managed devices are eligible for the Windows Sun Valley upgrade. +If you use Microsoft Endpoint Manager and have onboarded devices to Endpoint analytics, you will have access to a hardware readiness assessment later this year. This tool enables you to quickly identify which of your managed devices are eligible for the Windows 11 upgrade. ## Prepare a pilot deployment @@ -110,16 +110,16 @@ At a high level, the tasks involved are: ## end-user readiness -Do not overlook the importance of end-user readiness to deliver an effective, enterprise-wide deployment of Windows Sun Valley. Windows Sun Valley has a familiar design, but your users will see several enhancements to the overall user interface. They will also need to adapt to changes in menus and settings pages. Therefore, consider the following tasks to prepare users and your IT support staff Windows Sun Valley: +Do not overlook the importance of end-user readiness to deliver an effective, enterprise-wide deployment of Windows 11. Windows 11 has a familiar design, but your users will see several enhancements to the overall user interface. They will also need to adapt to changes in menus and settings pages. Therefore, consider the following tasks to prepare users and your IT support staff Windows 11: - Create a communications schedule to ensure that you provide the right message at the right time to the right groups of users, based on when they will see the changes. - Draft concise emails that inform users of what changes they can expect to see. Offer tips on how to use or customize their experience. Include information about support and help desk options. - Update help desk manuals with screenshots of the new user interface, the out-of-box experience for new devices, and the upgrade experience for existing devices. ## Learn more -See the [Stay current with Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 Apps](/learn/paths/m365-stay-current/) learning path on Microsoft Learn. The learning path was created for Windows 10, but the basic principles and tasks outlined for the plan, prepare, and deploy phases also apply to your deployment of Windows Sun Valley. +See the [Stay current with Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 Apps](/learn/paths/m365-stay-current/) learning path on Microsoft Learn. The learning path was created for Windows 10, but the basic principles and tasks outlined for the plan, prepare, and deploy phases also apply to your deployment of Windows 11. ## See also -[Plan for Windows Sun Valley](windows-sv-plan.md)
+[Plan for Windows 11](windows-11-plan.md)
[Windows help & learning](https://support.microsoft.com/windows) diff --git a/windows/whats-new/windows-sv-requirements.md b/windows/whats-new/windows-11-requirements.md similarity index 76% rename from windows/whats-new/windows-sv-requirements.md rename to windows/whats-new/windows-11-requirements.md index eb25e65a86..2fbeeb8490 100644 --- a/windows/whats-new/windows-sv-requirements.md +++ b/windows/whats-new/windows-11-requirements.md @@ -1,6 +1,6 @@ --- -title: Windows Sun Valley requirements -description: Hardware requirements to deploy Windows Sun Valley +title: Windows 11 requirements +description: Hardware requirements to deploy Windows 11 ms.reviewer: manager: laurawi ms.audience: itpro @@ -15,51 +15,51 @@ ms.topic: article ms.custom: seo-marvel-apr2020 --- -# Windows Sun Valley requirements +# Windows 11 requirements **Applies to** -- Windows Sun Valley +- Windows 11 -This article lists the system requirements for Windows Sun Valley. Windows Sun Valley is also supported on a virtual machine (VM). +This article lists the system requirements for Windows 11. Windows 11 is also supported on a virtual machine (VM). ## Hardware requirements -To install or upgrade to Windows Sun Valley, devices must meet the following minimum hardware requirements: +To install or upgrade to Windows 11, devices must meet the following minimum hardware requirements: - Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster with two or more cores on a [compatible 64-bit processor](https://aka.ms/CPUlist) or system on a chip (SoC). - RAM: 4 gigabytes (GB) or greater. -- Storage: 64 GB\* or greater available storage is required to install Windows Sun Valley. +- Storage: 64 GB\* or greater available storage is required to install Windows 11. - Additional storage space might be required to download updates and enable specific features. - Graphics card: Compatible with DirectX 12 or later, with a WDDM 2.0 driver. - System firmware: UEFI, Secure Boot capable. - TPM: [Trusted Platform Module](/windows/security/information-protection/tpm/trusted-platform-module-overview) (TPM) version 2.0. - Display: High definition (720p) display, 9" or greater monitor, 8 bits per color channel. - Internet connection: Internet connectivity is necessary to perform updates, and to download and use some features. - - Windows Sun Valley Home edition requires an Internet connection and a Microsoft Account to complete device setup on first use. + - Windows 11 Home edition requires an Internet connection and a Microsoft Account to complete device setup on first use. -\* There might be additional requirements over time for updates, and to enable specific features within the operating system. For more information, see [Keeping Windows Sun Valley up-to-date](https://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-10-specifications#primaryR5). +\* There might be additional requirements over time for updates, and to enable specific features within the operating system. For more information, see [Keeping Windows 11 up-to-date](https://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-10-specifications#primaryR5). -For information about tools to evaluate readiness, see [Determine eligibility](windows-sv-plan.md#determine-eligibility). +For information about tools to evaluate readiness, see [Determine eligibility](windows-11-plan.md#determine-eligibility). ## Operating system requirements -For the best Windows Sun Valley upgrade experience, eligible devices should be running Windows 10, version 20H1 or later. +For the best Windows 11 upgrade experience, eligible devices should be running Windows 10, version 20H1 or later. > [!NOTE] -> S mode is not supported on Windows Sun Valley. +> S mode is not supported on Windows 11. > If you are running Windows in S mode, you will need to first [switch out of S mode](/windows/deployment/windows-10-pro-in-s-mode) prior to upgrading.
 
> Switching a device out of Windows 10 in S mode also requires internet connectivity. If you switch out of S mode, you cannot switch back to S mode later. ## Feature-specific requirements -Some features in Windows Sun Valley have requirements beyond those listed above. See the following list of features and associated requirements. +Some features in Windows 11 have requirements beyond those listed above. See the following list of features and associated requirements. - **5G support**: requires 5G capable modem. - **Auto HDR**: requires an HDR monitor. - **BitLocker to Go**: requires a USB flash drive. This feature is available in Windows Pro and above editions. - **Client Hyper-V**: requires a processor with second-level address translation (SLAT) capabilities. This feature is available in Windows Pro editions and above. -- **Cortana**: requires a microphone and speaker and is currently available on Windows Sun Valley for Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Spain, United Kingdom, and United States. +- **Cortana**: requires a microphone and speaker and is currently available on Windows 11 for Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Spain, United Kingdom, and United States. - **DirectStorage**: requires 1 TB or greater NVMe SSD to store and run games that use the "Standard NVM Express Controller" driver and a DirectX12 Ultimate GPU. - **DirectX 12 Ultimate**: available with supported games and graphics chips. - **Presence**: requires sensor that can detect human distance from device or intent to interact with device. @@ -81,10 +81,10 @@ Some features in Windows Sun Valley have requirements beyond those listed above. ## Next steps -[Plan for Windows Sun Valley](windows-sv-plan.md)
-[Prepare for Windows Sun Valley](windows-sv-prepare.md) +[Plan for Windows 11](windows-11-plan.md)
+[Prepare for Windows 11](windows-11-prepare.md) ## See also -[Windows Sun Valley overview](windows-sv.md) +[Windows 11 overview](windows-11.md) diff --git a/windows/whats-new/windows-11.md b/windows/whats-new/windows-11.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..260967a467 --- /dev/null +++ b/windows/whats-new/windows-11.md @@ -0,0 +1,86 @@ +--- +title: Windows 11 overview +description: Overview of Windows 11 +ms.assetid: E9E2DED5-DBA7-4300-B411-BA0FD39BE18C +ms.reviewer: +manager: laurawi +ms.audience: itpro +author: greg-lindsay +ms.author: greglin +ms.prod: w10 +ms.mktglfcycl: deploy +ms.sitesec: library +ms.localizationpriority: medium +audience: itpro +ms.topic: article +ms.custom: seo-marvel-apr2020 +--- + +# Windows 11 overview + +**Applies to** + +- Windows 11 + +This article provides an introduction to Windows 11, and answers some frequently asked questions. + +Also see the following articles to learn more about Windows 11: + +- [Windows 11 requirements](windows-11-requirements.md): Requirements to deploy Windows 11. +- [Plan for Windows 11](windows-11-plan.md): Information to help you plan for Windows 11 in your organization. +- [Prepare for Windows 11](windows-11-prepare.md): Procedures to ensure readiness to deploy Windows 11. + +## Introduction + +Windows 11 is the next evolution of Windows; it is the most significant update to the Windows operating system since Windows 10. It offers many innovations focused on enhancing end-user productivity in a fresh experience that is flexible and fluid. Windows 11 is designed to support today's hybrid work environment, and intended to be the most reliable, secure, connected, and performant Windows operating system ever. + +Windows 11 is built on the same foundation as Windows 10, so the investments you have made in tools for update and device management are carried forward. Windows 11 also sustains the application compatibility promise made with Windows 10, supplemented by programs like App Assure. For Microsoft 365 customers seeking further assistance, FastTrack will continue to be available to support your efforts to adopt Windows 11. + +## How to get Windows 11 + +Windows 11 will be delivered as an upgrade to eligible devices running Windows 10, beginning later in the 2021 calendar year. Windows 11 will also be available on eligible new devices. + +For administrators managing devices on behalf of their organization, Windows 11 will be available through the same, familiar channels that you use today for Windows 10 feature updates. You will be able to use existing deployment and management tools, such as Windows Update for Business, Microsoft Endpoint Manager, and Windows Autopilot. For more information, see [Plan for Windows 11](windows-11-plan.md). + +For devices that are not managed by an organization, the Windows 11 upgrade will be offered to eligible Windows 10 devices through Windows Update using Microsoft's intelligent rollout process to ensure a smooth upgrade experience. + +For more information about device eligibility, see [Windows 11 requirements](windows-11-requirements.md). + +If you are interested in testing Windows 11 before general availability, you can join the [Windows Insider Program](https://insider.windows.com) or [Windows Insider Program for Business](https://insider.windows.com/for-business). You can also preview Windows 11 by enabling pre-release Windows 10 feature updates in [Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager](/mem/configmgr/core/servers/manage/pre-release-features) or [Windows Server Update Services](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/publishing-pre-release-windows-10-feature-updates-to-wsus/ba-p/845054) (WSUS). + +## Before you begin + +The following sections provide a quick summary of licensing, compatibility, management, and servicing considerations to help you get started with Windows 11. + +#### Licensing + +There are no unique licensing requirements for Windows 11 beyond what is required for Windows 10 devices. + +Microsoft 365 licenses that include Windows 10 licenses will permit you to run Windows 11 on supported devices. If you have a volume license, it will equally cover Windows 11 and Windows 10 devices before and after upgrade. + +#### Compatibility + +Most accessories and associated drivers that work with Windows 10 are expected to work with Windows 11. Check with your accessory manufacturer for specific details. + +Windows 11 preserves the application compatibility promise made with Windows 10, and does not require changes to existing support processes or tooling to sustain the currency of applications and devices. Microsoft 365 customers can continue to use programs such as App Assure and FastTrack to support IT efforts to adopt and maintain Windows 11. For more information, see [Application compatibility](windows-11-plan.md#application-compatibility). + +#### Familiar processes + +Windows 11 is built on the same foundation as Windows 10. Typically, you can use the same tools and solutions you use today to deploy, manage, and secure Windows 11. Your current management tools and processes will also work to manage monthly quality updates for both Windows 10 and Windows 11. + +> [!IMPORTANT] +> Check with the providers of any non-Microsoft security and management solutions that you use to ensure compatibility with Windows 11, particularly those providing security or data loss prevention capabilities. + +For more information, see [Prepare for Windows 11](windows-11-prepare.md). + +#### Servicing Windows 11 + +Like Windows 10, Windows 11 will receive monthly quality updates. However, it will have a new feature update cadence. Windows 11 feature updates will be released once per year. + +When Windows 11 reaches general availability, important servicing-related announcements and information about known issues and safeguard holds can be found on the [Windows release health](https://aka.ms/windowsreleasehealth) hub. Monthly release notes will also be available from a consolidated Windows 11 update history page at that time. For more information, see [Servicing and support](windows-11-plan.md#servicing-and-support). + +## Next steps + +[Windows 11 requirements](windows-11-requirements.md)
+[Plan for Windows 11](windows-11-plan.md)
+[Prepare for Windows 11](windows-11-prepare.md) \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/windows/whats-new/windows-sv-plan.md b/windows/whats-new/windows-sv-plan.md deleted file mode 100644 index 11aa8a3ddc..0000000000 --- a/windows/whats-new/windows-sv-plan.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,122 +0,0 @@ ---- -title: Plan for Windows Sun Valley -description: Windows Sun Valley deployment planning, IT Pro content. -keywords: ["get started", "windows sun valley", "plan"] -ms.prod: w11 -ms.mktglfcycl: deploy -ms.sitesec: library -author: greg-lindsay -ms.author: greglin -ms.date: 06/24/2021 -ms.reviewer: -manager: laurawi -ms.localizationpriority: high -ms.topic: article ---- - -# Plan for Windows Sun Valley - -**Applies to** - -- Windows Sun Valley - -## Deployment planning - -This article provides guidance to help you plan for Windows Sun Valley in your organization. - -Since Windows Sun Valley is built on the same foundation as Windows 10, you can use the same deployment capabilities, scenarios, and tools—as well as the same basic deployment strategy that you use today for Windows 10. You will need to review and update your servicing strategy to adjust for changes in [Servicing and support](#servicing-and-support) for Windows Sun Valley. - -At a high level, this strategy should include the following steps: -- [Create a deployment plan](/windows/deployment/update/create-deployment-plan) -- [Define readiness criteria](/windows/deployment/update/plan-define-readiness) -- [Evaluate infrastructure and tools](/windows/deployment/update/eval-infra-tools) -- [Determine application readiness](/windows/deployment/update/plan-determine-app-readiness) -- [Define your servicing strategy](/windows/deployment/update/plan-define-strategy) - -If you are looking for ways to optimize your approach to deploying Windows Sun Valley, or if deploying a new version of an operating system is not a familiar process for you, some items to consider are provided below. - -## Determine eligibility - -As a first step, you will need to know which of your current devices meet the Windows Sun Valley hardware requirements. Most devices purchased in the last 18-24 months will be compatible with Windows Sun Valley. Verify that your device meets or exceeds [Windows Sun Valley requirements](windows-sv-requirements.md) to ensure it is compatible. - -Microsoft is currently developing analysis tools to help you evaluate your devices against the Windows Sun Valley hardware requirements. When Windows Sun Valley reaches general availability, end-users running Windows 10 Home, Pro, and Pro for Workstations will be able to use the **PC Health Check** app to determine their eligibility for Windows Sun Valley. end-users running Windows 10 Enterprise and Education editions should rely on their IT administrators to let them know when they are eligible for the upgrade.  - -Enterprise organizations looking to evaluate device readiness in their environments can expect this capability to be integrated into existing Microsoft tools, such as Endpoint analytics and Update Compliance. This capability will be available when Windows Sun Valley is generally available. Microsoft is also working with software publishing partners to facilitate adding Windows Sun Valley device support into their solutions. - -## Windows Sun Valley availability - -The availability of Windows Sun Valley will vary according to a device's hardware and whether the device receives updates directly, or from a management solution that is maintained by an IT administrator. - -##### Managed devices - -Managed devices are devices that are under organization control. Managed devices include those managed by Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager, or other endpoint management solutions. - -If you manage devices on behalf of your organization, you will be able to upgrade eligible devices to Windows Sun Valley using your existing deployment and management tools at no cost when the upgrade reaches general availability. Organizations that use Windows Update for Business will have added benefits, such as: - -- Ensuring that devices that don't meet the minimum hardware requirements are not automatically offered the Windows Sun Valley upgrade. -- Additional insight into safeguard holds. While safeguard holds will function for Windows Sun Valley devices just as they do for Windows 10 today, administrators using Windows Update for Business will have access to information on which safeguard holds are preventing individual devices from taking the upgrade to Windows Sun Valley. - -> [!NOTE] -> If you use Windows Update for Business to manage feature update deployments today, you will need to leverage the **Target Version** policy rather than **Feature Update deferrals** to move from Windows 10 to Windows Sun Valley. Deferrals are great for quality updates or to move to newer version of the same product (from example, from Windows 10, version 20H2 to 21H1), but they cannot migrate a device between products (from Windows 10 to Windows Sun Valley).
-> Additionally, Windows Sun Valley has a new End User License Agreement. If you are deploying with Windows Update for Business **Target Version** or with Windows Server Update Services, you are accepting this new End User License Agreement on behalf of the end-users within your organization. - -##### Unmanaged devices - -Unmanaged devices are devices that are not managed by an IT administrator on behalf of an organization. For operating system (OS) deployment, these devices are not subject to organizational policies that manage upgrades or updates. - -Windows Sun Valley will be offered to eligible Windows 10 devices beginning later in the 2021 calendar year. Messaging on new devices will vary by PC manufacturer, but users will see labels such as **This PC will upgrade to Windows Sun Valley once available** on products that are available for purchase. - -The Windows Sun Valley upgrade will be available initially on eligible, unmanaged devices to users who manually seek the upgrade through Windows Update. As with all Windows Update managed devices, the **Windows Update Settings** page will confirm when a device is eligible, and users can upgrade if they choose to. - -Just like Windows 10, the machine learning based [intelligent rollout](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/using-machine-learning-to-improve-the-windows-10-update/ba-p/877860) process will be leveraged when rolling out upgrades. Machine learning uses a combination of testing, close partner engagement, feedback, diagnostic data, and real-life insights to manage quality. This process improves the update experience and ensures that devices first nominated for updates are the devices likely to have a seamless experience. Devices that might have compatibility issues with the upgrade get the benefit of resolving these issues before the upgrade is offered. - -## Windows Sun Valley readiness considerations - -The recommended method to determine if your infrastructure, deployment processes, and management tools are ready for Windows Sun Valley is to join the [Windows Insider Program for Business](https://insider.windows.com/for-business). As a participant in the [Release Preview Channel](/windows-insider/business/validate-Release-Preview-Channel), you can validate that your devices and applications work as expected, and explore new features. - -As you plan your endpoint management strategy for Windows Sun Valley, consider moving to cloud-based mobile device management (MDM), such as [Microsoft Intune](/mem/intune/fundamentals/what-is-intune). If a cloud-only approach isn't right for your organization just yet, you can still modernize and streamline essential pieces of your endpoint management strategy as follows: -- Create a [cloud management gateway](/mem/configmgr/core/clients/manage/cmg/overview) (CMG) to manage Configuration Manager clients over the internet. -- Attach your existing Configuration Management estate to the cloud with [tenant attach](/mem/configmgr/tenant-attach/device-sync-actions) so you can manage all devices from within the Microsoft Endpoint Manager admin center. -- Use [co-management](/mem/configmgr/comanage/overview) to concurrently manage devices using both Configuration Manager and Microsoft Intune. This allows you to take advantage of cloud-powered capabilities like [Conditional Access](/azure/active-directory/conditional-access/overview). - -For more information on the benefits of these approaches, see [Cloud Attach Your Future: The Big 3](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/configuration-manager-blog/cloud-attach-your-future-part-ii-quot-the-big-3-quot/ba-p/1750664). - -The introduction of Windows Sun Valley is also a good time to review your hardware refresh plans and prioritize eligible devices to ensure an optimal experience for your users. - -## Servicing and support - -Along with end-user experience and security improvements, Windows Sun Valley introduces enhancements to Microsoft's servicing approach based on your suggestions and feedback. - -**Quality updates**: Windows Sun Valley and Windows 10 devices will receive regular monthly quality updates to provide security updates and bug fixes. - -**Feature updates**: Microsoft will provide a single Windows Sun Valley feature update annually, targeted for release in the second half of each calendar year. - -**Lifecycle**: -- Home, Pro, Pro for Workstations, and Pro for Education editions of Windows Sun Valley will receive 24 months of support from the general availability date. -- Enterprise and Education editions of Windows Sun Valley will be supported for 36 months from the general availability date. - -When Windows Sun Valley reaches general availability, a consolidated Windows Sun Valley update history will be available on support.microsoft.com, similar to what is [available today for Windows 10](https://support.microsoft.com/topic/windows-10-update-history-1b6aac92-bf01-42b5-b158-f80c6d93eb11). Similarly, the [Windows release health](/windows/release-health/) hub will offer quick access to Windows Sun Valley servicing announcements, known issues, and safeguard holds. - -It is important that organizations have adequate time to plan for Windows Sun Valley. Microsoft also recognizes that many organizations will have a mix of Windows Sun Valley and Windows 10 devices across their ecosystem. Devices on in-service versions of Windows 10 will continue to receive monthly Windows 10 security updates through 2025, as well as incremental improvements to Windows 10 to support ongoing Microsoft 365 deployments. For more information, see the [Windows 10 release information](/windows/release-health/release-information) page, which offers information about the Windows 10 Semi-Annual Channel and Long-term Servicing Channel (LTSC) releases. - -## Application compatibility - -Microsoft's compatibility promise for Windows 10 is maintained for Windows Sun Valley. Data from the App Assure program shows that Windows 10 compatibility rates are over 99.7% for enterprise organizations, including line of business (LOB) apps. Microsoft remains committed to ensuring that the apps you rely upon continue to work as expected when you upgrade. Windows Sun Valley is subject to the same app compatibility validation requirements that are in place for Windows 10 today, for both feature and quality updates. - -#### App Assure and Test Base for Microsoft 365 - -If you run into compatibility issues or want to ensure that your organization's applications are compatible from day one, App Assure and Test Base for Microsoft 365 can help. - -**App Assure**: With enrollment in the [App Assure](/windows/compatibility/app-assure) service, any app compatibility issues that you find with Windows Sun Valley can be resolved. Microsoft will help you remedy application issues at no cost. Since 2018, App Assure has evaluated almost 800,000 apps, and subscriptions are free for eligible customers with 150+ seats. - -**Test Base for Microsoft 365**: For software publishers, systems integrators, and IT administrators, [Test Base for Microsoft 365](https://www.microsoft.com/testbase) (currently in public preview) is a service that allows you to validate your apps across a variety of Windows feature and quality updates and environments in a Microsoft-managed Azure environment. Enterprise organizations can also nominate their software publishers for participation by completing a short form. - -You might already be using App Assure and Test Base in your Windows 10 environment. Both of these tools will continue to function with Windows Sun Valley. - -## Next steps - -[Prepare for Windows Sun Valley](windows-sv-prepare.md) - -## Also see - -[Plan to deploy updates for Windows 10 and Microsoft 365 Apps](/learn/modules/windows-plan/) diff --git a/windows/whats-new/windows-sv.md b/windows/whats-new/windows-sv.md deleted file mode 100644 index 392951b9ff..0000000000 --- a/windows/whats-new/windows-sv.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,86 +0,0 @@ ---- -title: Windows Sun Valley overview -description: Overview of Windows Sun Valley -ms.assetid: E9E2DED5-DBA7-4300-B411-BA0FD39BE18C -ms.reviewer: -manager: laurawi -ms.audience: itpro -author: greg-lindsay -ms.author: greglin -ms.prod: w10 -ms.mktglfcycl: deploy -ms.sitesec: library -ms.localizationpriority: medium -audience: itpro -ms.topic: article -ms.custom: seo-marvel-apr2020 ---- - -# Windows Sun Valley overview - -**Applies to** - -- Windows Sun Valley - -This article provides an introduction to Windows Sun Valley, and answers some frequently asked questions. - -Also see the following articles to learn more about Windows Sun Valley: - -- [Windows Sun Valley requirements](windows-sv-requirements.md): Requirements to deploy Windows Sun Valley. -- [Plan for Windows Sun Valley](windows-sv-plan.md): Information to help you plan for Windows Sun Valley in your organization. -- [Prepare for Windows Sun Valley](windows-sv-prepare.md): Procedures to ensure readiness to deploy Windows Sun Valley. - -## Introduction - -Windows Sun Valley is the next evolution of Windows; it is the most significant update to the Windows operating system since Windows 10. It offers many innovations focused on enhancing end-user productivity in a fresh experience that is flexible and fluid. Windows Sun Valley is designed to support today's hybrid work environment, and intended to be the most reliable, secure, connected, and performant Windows operating system ever. - -Windows Sun Valley is built on the same foundation as Windows 10, so the investments you have made in tools for update and device management are carried forward. Windows Sun Valley also sustains the application compatibility promise made with Windows 10, supplemented by programs like App Assure. For Microsoft 365 customers seeking further assistance, FastTrack will continue to be available to support your efforts to adopt Windows Sun Valley. - -## How to get Windows Sun Valley - -Windows Sun Valley will be delivered as an upgrade to eligible devices running Windows 10, beginning later in the 2021 calendar year. Windows Sun Valley will also be available on eligible new devices. - -For administrators managing devices on behalf of their organization, Windows Sun Valley will be available through the same, familiar channels that you use today for Windows 10 feature updates. You will be able to use existing deployment and management tools, such as Windows Update for Business, Microsoft Endpoint Manager, and Windows Autopilot. For more information, see [Plan for Windows Sun Valley](windows-sv-plan.md). - -For devices that are not managed by an organization, the Windows Sun Valley upgrade will be offered to eligible Windows 10 devices through Windows Update using Microsoft's intelligent rollout process to ensure a smooth upgrade experience. - -For more information about device eligibility, see [Windows Sun Valley requirements](windows-sv-requirements.md). - -If you are interested in testing Windows Sun Valley before general availability, you can join the [Windows Insider Program](https://insider.windows.com) or [Windows Insider Program for Business](https://insider.windows.com/for-business). You can also preview Windows Sun Valley by enabling pre-release Windows 10 feature updates in [Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager](/mem/configmgr/core/servers/manage/pre-release-features) or [Windows Server Update Services](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/publishing-pre-release-windows-10-feature-updates-to-wsus/ba-p/845054) (WSUS). - -## Before you begin - -The following sections provide a quick summary of licensing, compatibility, management, and servicing considerations to help you get started with Windows Sun Valley. - -#### Licensing - -There are no unique licensing requirements for Windows Sun Valley beyond what is required for Windows 10 devices. - -Microsoft 365 licenses that include Windows 10 licenses will permit you to run Windows Sun Valley on supported devices. If you have a volume license, it will equally cover Windows Sun Valley and Windows 10 devices before and after upgrade. - -#### Compatibility - -Most accessories and associated drivers that work with Windows 10 are expected to work with Windows Sun Valley. Check with your accessory manufacturer for specific details. - -Windows Sun Valley preserves the application compatibility promise made with Windows 10, and does not require changes to existing support processes or tooling to sustain the currency of applications and devices. Microsoft 365 customers can continue to use programs such as App Assure and FastTrack to support IT efforts to adopt and maintain Windows Sun Valley. For more information, see [Application compatibility](windows-sv-plan.md#application-compatibility). - -#### Familiar processes - -Windows Sun Valley is built on the same foundation as Windows 10. Typically, you can use the same tools and solutions you use today to deploy, manage, and secure Windows Sun Valley. Your current management tools and processes will also work to manage monthly quality updates for both Windows 10 and Windows Sun Valley. - -> [!IMPORTANT] -> Check with the providers of any non-Microsoft security and management solutions that you use to ensure compatibility with Windows Sun Valley, particularly those providing security or data loss prevention capabilities. - -For more information, see [Prepare for Windows Sun Valley](windows-sv-prepare.md). - -#### Servicing Windows Sun Valley - -Like Windows 10, Windows Sun Valley will receive monthly quality updates. However, it will have a new feature update cadence. Windows Sun Valley feature updates will be released once per year. - -When Windows Sun Valley reaches general availability, important servicing-related announcements and information about known issues and safeguard holds can be found on the [Windows release health](https://aka.ms/windowsreleasehealth) hub. Monthly release notes will also be available from a consolidated Windows Sun Valley update history page at that time. For more information, see [Servicing and support](windows-sv-plan.md#servicing-and-support). - -## Next steps - -[Windows Sun Valley requirements](windows-sv-requirements.md)
-[Plan for Windows Sun Valley](windows-sv-plan.md)
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