diff --git a/education/index.yml b/education/index.yml
index 1da8d77fdb..d70de3747c 100644
--- a/education/index.yml
+++ b/education/index.yml
@@ -8,7 +8,7 @@ metadata:
title: Microsoft 365 Education Documentation
description: Learn about product documentation and resources available for school IT administrators, teachers, students, and education app developers.
ms.topic: hub-page
- ms.date: 07/22/2024
+ ms.date: 12/05/2024
productDirectory:
title: For IT admins
diff --git a/education/windows/get-minecraft-for-education.md b/education/windows/get-minecraft-for-education.md
index 1b8a44d7c4..8d3050097f 100644
--- a/education/windows/get-minecraft-for-education.md
+++ b/education/windows/get-minecraft-for-education.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
title: Deploy Minecraft Education To Windows Devices
description: Learn how to obtain and distribute Minecraft Education to Windows devices.
ms.topic: how-to
-ms.date: 04/10/2024
+ms.date: 12/5/2024
ms.collection:
- education
- tier2
diff --git a/windows/configuration/cellular/provisioning-apn.md b/windows/configuration/cellular/provisioning-apn.md
index 8fcf389cf7..860024c72c 100644
--- a/windows/configuration/cellular/provisioning-apn.md
+++ b/windows/configuration/cellular/provisioning-apn.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
title: Configure cellular settings
description: Learn how to provision cellular settings for devices with built-in modems or plug-in USB modem dongles.
ms.topic: concept-article
-ms.date: 04/23/2024
+ms.date: 12/05/2024
---
# Configure cellular settings
diff --git a/windows/configuration/index.yml b/windows/configuration/index.yml
index fa1a297ecf..a1e1606862 100644
--- a/windows/configuration/index.yml
+++ b/windows/configuration/index.yml
@@ -11,7 +11,7 @@ metadata:
author: paolomatarazzo
ms.author: paoloma
manager: aaroncz
- ms.date: 04/25/2024
+ ms.date: 12/05/2024
# linkListType: architecture | concept | deploy | download | get-started | how-to-guide | learn | overview | quickstart | reference | tutorial | video | whats-new
diff --git a/windows/configuration/windows-spotlight/index.md b/windows/configuration/windows-spotlight/index.md
index 6c056b86f1..ad39469d22 100644
--- a/windows/configuration/windows-spotlight/index.md
+++ b/windows/configuration/windows-spotlight/index.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
title: Configure Windows spotlight
description: Learn how to configure Windows spotlight using Group Policy and mobile device management (MDM) settings.
ms.topic: how-to
-ms.date: 04/23/2024
+ms.date: 12/05/2024
ms.author: paoloma
author: paolomatarazzo
appliesto:
diff --git a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/bcd-settings-and-bitlocker.md b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/bcd-settings-and-bitlocker.md
index 3e29796ff1..826ae7e556 100644
--- a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/bcd-settings-and-bitlocker.md
+++ b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/bcd-settings-and-bitlocker.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
title: BCD settings and BitLocker
description: Learn how BCD settings are used by BitLocker.
ms.topic: reference
-ms.date: 06/18/2024
+ms.date: 12/05/2024
---
# Boot Configuration Data settings and BitLocker
diff --git a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/configure.md b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/configure.md
index 7fbff47e8c..5ed1607787 100644
--- a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/configure.md
+++ b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/configure.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
title: Configure BitLocker
description: Learn about the available options to configure BitLocker and how to configure them via Configuration Service Providers (CSP) or group policy (GPO).
ms.topic: how-to
-ms.date: 06/18/2024
+ms.date: 12/05/2024
---
# Configure BitLocker
diff --git a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/countermeasures.md b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/countermeasures.md
index 3eda5bed37..4e0d64f71a 100644
--- a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/countermeasures.md
+++ b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/countermeasures.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
title: BitLocker countermeasures
description: Learn about technologies and features to protect against attacks on the BitLocker encryption key.
ms.topic: concept-article
-ms.date: 06/18/2024
+ms.date: 12/05/2024
---
# BitLocker countermeasures
diff --git a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/csv-san.md b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/csv-san.md
index 80b74ed970..131cf2f9c9 100644
--- a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/csv-san.md
+++ b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/csv-san.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
title: Protect cluster shared volumes and storage area networks with BitLocker
description: Learn how to protect cluster shared volumes (CSV) and storage area networks (SAN) with BitLocker.
ms.topic: how-to
-ms.date: 06/18/2024
+ms.date: 12/05/2024
appliesto:
- ✅ Windows Server 2025
- ✅ Windows Server 2022
diff --git a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/faq.yml b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/faq.yml
index b2642afed9..fcbcadf1b9 100644
--- a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/faq.yml
+++ b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/faq.yml
@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ metadata:
title: BitLocker FAQ
description: Learn more about BitLocker by reviewing the frequently asked questions.
ms.topic: faq
- ms.date: 06/18/2024
+ ms.date: 12/05/2024
title: BitLocker FAQ
summary: Learn more about BitLocker by reviewing the frequently asked questions.
diff --git a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/index.md b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/index.md
index 69d9822b91..2b1e13953b 100644
--- a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/index.md
+++ b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/index.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
title: BitLocker overview
description: Learn about BitLocker practical applications and requirements.
ms.topic: overview
-ms.date: 06/18/2024
+ms.date: 12/05/2024
---
# BitLocker overview
diff --git a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/install-server.md b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/install-server.md
index 1e9c124e9c..687f2418cd 100644
--- a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/install-server.md
+++ b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/install-server.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
title: Install BitLocker on Windows Server
description: Learn how to install BitLocker on Windows Server.
ms.topic: how-to
-ms.date: 06/18/2024
+ms.date: 12/05/2024
appliesto:
- ✅ Windows Server 2025
- ✅ Windows Server 2022
diff --git a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/network-unlock.md b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/network-unlock.md
index 15119bdf05..ff99a2de31 100644
--- a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/network-unlock.md
+++ b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/network-unlock.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
title: Network Unlock
description: Learn how BitLocker Network Unlock works and how to configure it.
ms.topic: how-to
-ms.date: 06/18/2024
+ms.date: 12/05/2024
---
# Network Unlock
diff --git a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/operations-guide.md b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/operations-guide.md
index 645cf45add..2a6e018234 100644
--- a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/operations-guide.md
+++ b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/operations-guide.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
title: BitLocker operations guide
description: Learn how to use different tools to manage and operate BitLocker.
ms.topic: how-to
-ms.date: 06/18/2024
+ms.date: 12/05/2024
---
# BitLocker operations guide
diff --git a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/planning-guide.md b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/planning-guide.md
index c54ad2e21e..3c563aa624 100644
--- a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/planning-guide.md
+++ b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/planning-guide.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
title: BitLocker planning guide
description: Learn how to plan for a BitLocker deployment in your organization.
ms.topic: concept-article
-ms.date: 06/18/2024
+ms.date: 12/05/2024
---
# BitLocker planning guide
diff --git a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/preboot-recovery-screen.md b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/preboot-recovery-screen.md
index aaadd7678e..842b2e94c9 100644
--- a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/preboot-recovery-screen.md
+++ b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/preboot-recovery-screen.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
title: BitLocker preboot recovery screen
description: Learn about the information displayed in the BitLocker preboot recovery screen, depending on configured policy settings and recovery keys status.
ms.topic: concept-article
-ms.date: 06/19/2024
+ms.date: 12/05/2024
---
# BitLocker preboot recovery screen
diff --git a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/recovery-overview.md b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/recovery-overview.md
index 808550018a..3db9407c4b 100644
--- a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/recovery-overview.md
+++ b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/recovery-overview.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
title: BitLocker recovery overview
description: Learn about BitLocker recovery scenarios, recovery options, and how to determine root cause of failed automatic unlocks.
ms.topic: how-to
-ms.date: 06/18/2024
+ms.date: 12/05/2024
---
# BitLocker recovery overview
diff --git a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/recovery-process.md b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/recovery-process.md
index a3cded5a34..421165a49b 100644
--- a/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/recovery-process.md
+++ b/windows/security/operating-system-security/data-protection/bitlocker/recovery-process.md
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
title: BitLocker recovery process
description: Learn how to obtain BitLocker recovery information for Microsoft Entra joined, Microsoft Entra hybrid joined, and Active Directory joined devices, and how to restore access to a locked drive.
ms.topic: how-to
-ms.date: 07/18/2024
+ms.date: 12/05/2024
---
# BitLocker recovery process
@@ -26,6 +26,9 @@ A recovery key can't be stored in any of the following locations:
- The root directory of a nonremovable drive
- An encrypted volume
+> [!WARNING]
+> A recovery key is sensitive information that allows users to unlock an encrypted drive and perform administrative tasks on the drive. For enhanced security, it's recommended to enable self-service in trusted environments only, or rely on helpdesk recovery.
+
### Self-recovery with recovery password
If you have access to the recovery key, enter the 48-digits in the preboot recovery screen.