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| [Overview of Windows as a service](waas-overview.md) | Explains the differences in building, deploying, and servicing Windows 10; introduces feature updates, quality updates, and the different servicing branches; compares servicing tools. |
| [Prepare servicing strategy for Windows 10 updates](waas-servicing-strategy-windows-10-updates.md) | Explains the decisions you need to make in your servicing strategy. |
| [Build deployment rings for Windows 10 updates](waas-deployment-rings-windows-10-updates.md) | Explains how to make use of servicing branches and update deferrals to manage Windows 10 updates. |
| [Assign devices to servicing branches for Windows 10 updates](waas-servicing-branches-windows-10-updates.md) | Explains how to assign devices to Current Branch (CB) or Current Branch for Business (CBB) for feature and quality updates, and how to enroll devices in Windows Insider. |
| [Assign devices to servicing branches for Windows 10 updates](waas-servicing-branches-windows-10-updates.md) | Explains how to assign devices to the Semi-Annual Channel for feature and quality updates, and how to enroll devices in Windows Insider. |
| [Monitor Windows Updates with Update Compliance](update-compliance-monitor.md) | Explains how to use Windows Analytics: Update Compliance to monitor and manage Windows Updates on devices in your organization. |
| [Optimize update delivery for Windows 10 updates](waas-optimize-windows-10-updates.md) | Explains the benefits of using Delivery Optimization or BranchCache for update distribution. |
| [Deploy updates for Windows 10 Mobile Enterprise and Windows 10 IoT Mobile](waas-mobile-updates.md) | Explains updates for Windows 10 Mobile Enterprise and Windows 10 IoT Mobile. |

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ms.prod: w10
ms.mktglfcycl: manage
ms.sitesec: library
author: greg-lindsay
author: jaimeo
ms.localizationpriority: medium
ms.author: greglin
ms.date: 10/16/2017
ms.author: jaimeo
ms.reviewer:
manager: laurawi
ms.topic: article
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> **Looking for consumer information?** See [Windows Update: FAQ](https://support.microsoft.com/help/12373/windows-update-faq)
>[!IMPORTANT]
>Due to [naming changes](waas-overview.md#naming-changes), older terms like CB,CBB and LTSB may still be displayed in some of our products.
>
>In the following settings CB refers to Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted), while CBB refers to Semi-Annual Channel.
>Due to [naming changes](waas-overview.md#naming-changes), older terms like CB and CBB might still be displayed in some of our products, such as in Group Policy. If you encounter these terms, "CB" refers to the Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted)--which is no longer used--while "CBB" refers to the Semi-Annual Channel.
System Center Configuration Manager provides maximum control over quality and feature updates for Windows 10. Unlike other servicing tools, Configuration Manager has capabilities that extend beyond servicing, such as application deployment, antivirus management, software metering, and reporting, and provides a secondary deployment method for LTSB clients. Configuration Manager can effectively control bandwidth usage and content distribution through a combination of BranchCache and distribution points. Microsoft encourages organizations currently using Configuration Manager for Windows update management to continue doing so for Windows 10 client computers.

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> **Looking for consumer information?** See [Windows Update: FAQ](https://support.microsoft.com/help/12373/windows-update-faq)
>[!IMPORTANT]
>Due to [naming changes](waas-overview.md#naming-changes), older terms like CB,CBB and LTSB may still be displayed in some of our products.
>Due to [naming changes](waas-overview.md#naming-changes), older terms like CB and CBB might still be displayed in some of our products, such as in Group Policy. If you encounter these terms, "CB" refers to the Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted)--which is no longer used--while "CBB" refers to the Semi-Annual Channel.
>
>In the following settings CB refers to Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted), while CBB refers to Semi-Annual Channel.

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ms.prod: w10
ms.mktglfcycl: manage
ms.sitesec: library
author: greg-lindsay
author: jaimeo
ms.localizationpriority: medium
ms.author: greg-lindsay
ms.date: 09/24/2018
ms.author: jaimeo
ms.reviewer:
manager: laurawi
ms.topic: article
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The Windows 10 operating system introduces a new way to build, deploy, and service Windows: Windows as a service. Microsoft has reimagined each part of the process, to simplify the lives of IT pros and maintain a consistent Windows 10 experience for its customers. These improvements focus on maximizing customer involvement in Windows development, simplifying the deployment and servicing of Windows client computers, and leveling out the resources needed to deploy and maintain Windows over time.
Click the following Microsoft Mechanics video for an overview of the release model, particularly the Semi-Annual Channel.
[![YouTube video of Michael Niehouse explaining how the Semi-Annual Channel works](images/SAC_vid_crop.jpg)](https://youtu.be/qSAsiM01GOU)
## Building
Prior to Windows 10, Microsoft released new versions of Windows every few years. This traditional deployment schedule imposed a training burden on users because the feature revisions were often significant. That schedule also meant waiting long periods without new features — a scenario that doesnt work in todays rapidly changing world, a world in which new security, management, and deployment capabilities are necessary to address challenges. Windows as a service will deliver smaller feature updates two times per year, around March and September, to help address these issues.
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### Naming changes
As part of the alignment with Windows 10 and Office 365 ProPlus, we are adopting common terminology to make it as easy as possible to understand the servicing process. Going forward, these are the new terms we will be using:
* Semi-Annual Channel - We will be referring to Current Branch (CB) as "Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted)", while Current Branch for Business (CBB) will simply be referred to as "Semi-Annual Channel".
* Long-Term Servicing Channel -  The Long-Term Servicing Branch (LTSB) will be referred to as Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC).
There are currently two release channels for Windows 10:
- The **Semi-Annual Channel** receives feature updates twice per year.
- The **Long Term Servicing Channel**, which is designed to be used only for specialized devices (which typically don't run Office) such as those that control medical equipment or ATM machines, receives new feature releases every two to three years.
>[!IMPORTANT]
>With each Semi-Annual Channel release, we recommend beginning deployment right away to devices selected for early adoption (targeted validation) and ramp up to full deployment at your discretion, regardless of the "Targeted" designation. This will enable you to gain access to new features, experiences, and integrated security as soon as possible. For more information, see the blog post [Windows 10 and the "disappearing" SAC-T](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-IT-Pro-Blog/Windows-10-and-the-disappearing-SAC-T/ba-p/199747).
>With each Semi-Annual Channel release, we recommend beginning deployment right away to devices selected for early adoption (targeted validation) and ramp up to full deployment at your discretion. This will enable you to gain access to new features, experiences, and integrated security as soon as possible. The "Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted)" designation is no longer used. For more information, see the blog post [Windows 10 and the "disappearing" SAC-T](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-IT-Pro-Blog/Windows-10-and-the-disappearing-SAC-T/ba-p/199747).
>[!NOTE]
>For additional information, see the section about [Servicing Channels](#servicing-channels).
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>You can also read the blog post [Waas simplified and aligned](https://blogs.technet.microsoft.com/windowsitpro/2017/07/27/waas-simplified-and-aligned/), with details on this change.
>[!IMPORTANT]
>Devices on the Semi-Annual Channel (formerly called Current Branch for Business) must have their diagnostic data set to **1 (Basic)** or higher, in order to ensure that the service is performing at the expected quality. If diagnostic data is set to **0**, the device will be treated as if it were in the Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted)(formerly called Current Branch or CB) branch. For instructions to set the diagnostic data level, see [Configure the operating system diagnostic data level](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/configuration/configure-windows-diagnostic-data-in-your-organization#diagnostic-data-levels).
>Devices on the Semi-Annual Channel must have their diagnostic data set to **1 (Basic)** or higher, in order to ensure that the service is performing at the expected quality. For instructions to set the diagnostic data level, see [Configure the operating system diagnostic data level](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/configuration/configure-windows-diagnostic-data-in-your-organization#diagnostic-data-levels).
### Feature updates
With Windows 10, Microsoft will package new features into feature updates that can be deployed using existing management tools. Because feature updates are delivered more frequently than with previous Windows releases — twice per year, around March and September, rather than every 35 years — changes will be in bite-sized chunks rather than all at once and end user readiness time much shorter.
>[!TIP]
> The feature update cadence has been aligned with Office 365 ProPlus updates. Starting with this falls' update, both Windows and Office will deliver their major updates semi-annually, around March and September. See [upcoming changes to Office 365 ProPlus update management](https://support.office.com/article/Overview-of-the-upcoming-changes-to-Office-365-ProPlus-update-management-78b33779-9356-4cdf-9d2c-08350ef05cca) for more information about changes to Office update management.
### Quality updates
Monthly updates in previous Windows versions were often overwhelming because of the sheer number of updates available each month. Many organizations selectively chose which updates they wanted to install and which they didnt, and this created countless scenarios in which organizations deployed essential security updates but picked only a subset of non-security fixes.
In Windows 10, rather than receiving several updates each month and trying to figure out which the organization needs, which ultimately causes platform fragmentation, administrators will see one cumulative monthly update that supersedes the previous months update, containing both security and non-security fixes. This approach makes patching simpler and ensures that customers devices are more closely aligned with the testing done at Microsoft, reducing unexpected issues resulting from patching. The left side of Figure 1 provides an example of Windows 7 devices in an enterprise and what their current patch level might look like. On the right is what Microsofts test environment PCs contain. This drastic difference is the basis for many compatibility issues and system anomalies related to Windows updates.
In Windows 10, rather than receiving several updates each month and trying to figure out which the organization needs, which ultimately causes platform fragmentation, administrators will see one cumulative monthly update that supersedes the previous months update, containing both security and non-security fixes. This approach makes patching simpler and ensures that customers devices are more closely aligned with the testing done at Microsoft, reducing unexpected issues resulting from patching. The left side of Figure 1 provides an example of Windows 7 devices in an enterprise and what their current patch level might look like. On the right is what Microsofts test environment devicess contain. This drastic difference is the basis for many compatibility issues and system anomalies related to Windows updates.
**Figure 1**
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To align with the new method of delivering feature updates and quality updates in Windows 10, Microsoft introduced the concept of servicing channels to allow customers to designate how frequently their individual devices are updated. For example, an organization may have test devices that the IT department can update with new features as soon as possible, and then specialized devices that require a longer feature update cycle to ensure continuity.
With that in mind, Windows 10 offers 3 servicing channels. The [Windows Insider Program](#windows-insider) provides organizations with the opportunity to test and provide feedback on features that will be shipped in the next feature update. The [Semi-Annual Channel](#semi-annual-channel) provides new functionality with twice-per-year feature update releases. Organizations can choose when to deploy updates from the Semi-Annual Channel. The [Long Term Servicing Channel](#long-term-servicing-channel), which is designed to be used only for specialized devices (which typically don't run Office) such as those that control medical equipment or ATM machines, receives new feature releases every two to three years. For details about the versions in each servicing channel, see [Windows 10 release information](https://technet.microsoft.com/windows/release-info.aspx).
With that in mind, Windows 10 offers three servicing channels. The [Windows Insider Program](#windows-insider) provides organizations with the opportunity to test and provide feedback on features that will be shipped in the next feature update. The [Semi-Annual Channel](#semi-annual-channel) provides new functionality with twice-per-year feature update releases. Organizations can choose when to deploy updates from the Semi-Annual Channel. The [Long Term Servicing Channel](#long-term-servicing-channel), which is designed to be used only for specialized devices (which typically don't run Office) such as those that control medical equipment or ATM machines, receives new feature releases every two to three years. For details about the versions in each servicing channel, see [Windows 10 release information](https://technet.microsoft.com/windows/release-info.aspx).
The concept of servicing channels is new, but organizations can use the same management tools they used to manage updates and upgrades in previous versions of Windows. For more information about the servicing tool options for Windows 10 and their capabilities, see [Servicing tools](#servicing-tools).
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### Semi-Annual Channel
In the Semi-Annual servicing channel, feature updates are available as soon as Microsoft releases them. Windows 10, version 1511, had few servicing tool options to delay feature updates, limiting the use of the Semi-Annual servicing channel. Windows 10, version 1607 and onward, includes more servicing tools that can delay feature updates for up to 365 days. This servicing model is ideal for pilot deployments and testing of Windows 10 feature updates and for users such as developers who need to work with the latest features immediately. Once the latest release has gone through pilot deployment and testing, you will be able to choose the timing at which it goes into broad deployment.
In the Semi-Annual servicing channel, feature updates are available as soon as Microsoft releases them. Windows 10, version 1511, had few servicing tool options to delay feature updates, limiting the use of the Semi-Annual servicing channel. Starting with Windows 10, version 1607, more servicing tools that can delay feature updates for up to 365 days are available. This servicing model is ideal for pilot deployments and testing of Windows 10 feature updates and for users such as developers who need to work with the latest features immediately. Once the latest release has gone through pilot deployment and testing, you will be able to choose the timing at which it goes into broad deployment.
When Microsoft officially releases a feature update for Windows 10, it is made available to any PC not configured to defer feature updates so that those devices can immediately install it. Organizations that use Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager, or Windows Update for Business, however, can defer feature updates to selective devices by withholding their approval and deployment. In this scenario, the content available for the Semi-Annual Channel will be available but not necessarily immediately mandatory, depending on the policy of the management system. For more details about Windows 10 servicing tools, see [Servicing tools](#servicing-tools).
When Microsoft officially releases a feature update for Windows 10, it is made available to any device not configured to defer feature updates so that those devices can immediately install it. Organizations that use Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager, or Windows Update for Business, however, can defer feature updates to selective devices by withholding their approval and deployment. In this scenario, the content available for the Semi-Annual Channel will be available but not necessarily immediately mandatory, depending on the policy of the management system. For more details about Windows 10 servicing tools, see [Servicing tools](#servicing-tools).
Organizations are expected to initiate targeted deployment on Semi-Annual Channel releases. All customers, independent software vendors (ISVs), and partners should use this time for testing and piloting within their environments. After 2-4 months, we will transition to broad deployment and encourage customers and partners to expand and accelerate the deployment of the release. For customers using Windows Update for Business, the Semi-Annual Channel provides three months of additional total deployment time before being required to update to the next release.
> [!NOTE]
> All releases of Windows 10 have 18 months of servicing for all editions--these updates provide security and feature updates for the release. Customers running Enterprise and Education editions have an additional 12 months of servicing for specific Windows 10 releases, for a total of 30 months from initial release. These versions include Enterprise and Education editions for Windows 10, versions 1607, 1703, 1709 and 1803. Starting in October 2018, all Semi-Annual Channel releases in the September/October timeframe will also have the additional 12 months of servicing for a total of 30 months from the initial release. The Semi-Annual Channel versions released in March/April timeframe will continue to have an 18 month lifecycle.
> All releases of Windows 10 have 18 months of servicing for all editions--these updates provide security and feature updates for the release. Customers running Enterprise and Education editions have an additional 12 months of servicing for specific Windows 10 releases, for a total of 30 months from initial release. These versions include Enterprise and Education editions for Windows 10, versions 1607 and later. Starting in October 2018, all Semi-Annual Channel releases in the September/October timeframe will also have the additional 12 months of servicing for a total of 30 months from the initial release. The Semi-Annual Channel versions released in March/April timeframe will continue to have an 18-month lifecycle.
>
>
> [!NOTE]
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### Long-term Servicing Channel
Specialized systems—such as PCs that control medical equipment, point-of-sale systems, and ATMs—often require a longer servicing option because of their purpose. These devices typically perform a single important task and dont need feature updates as frequently as other devices in the organization. Its more important that these devices be kept as stable and secure as possible than up to date with user interface changes. The LTSC servicing model prevents Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB devices from receiving the usual feature updates and provides only quality updates to ensure that device security stays up to date. With this in mind, quality updates are still immediately available to Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB clients, but customers can choose to defer them by using one of the servicing tools mentioned in the section Servicing tools.
Specialized systems—such as devices that control medical equipment, point-of-sale systems, and ATMs—often require a longer servicing option because of their purpose. These devices typically perform a single important task and dont need feature updates as frequently as other devices in the organization. Its more important that these devices be kept as stable and secure as possible than up to date with user interface changes. The LTSC servicing model prevents Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB devices from receiving the usual feature updates and provides only quality updates to ensure that device security stays up to date. With this in mind, quality updates are still immediately available to Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB clients, but customers can choose to defer them by using one of the servicing tools mentioned in the section Servicing tools.
>[!NOTE]
>Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB is a separate Long Term Servicing Channel version.
>
>Long-term Servicing channel is not intended for deployment on most or all the PCs in an organization; it should be used only for special-purpose devices. As a general guideline, a PC with Microsoft Office installed is a general-purpose device, typically used by an information worker, and therefore it is better suited for the Semi-Annual servicing channel.
>Long-term Servicing channel is not intended for deployment on most or all the devicess in an organization; it should be used only for special-purpose devices. As a general guideline, a devices with Microsoft Office installed is a general-purpose device, typically used by an information worker, and therefore it is better suited for the Semi-Annual servicing channel.
Microsoft never publishes feature updates through Windows Update on devices that run Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB. Instead, it typically offers new LTSC releases every 23 years, and organizations can choose to install them as in-place upgrades or even skip releases over a 10-year life cycle.
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For many IT pros, gaining visibility into feature updates early—before theyre available to the Semi-Annual Channel — can be both intriguing and valuable for future end user communications as well as provide the means to test for any issues on the next Semi-Annual Channel release. With Windows 10, feature flighting enables Windows Insiders to consume and deploy preproduction code to their test machines, gaining early visibility into the next build. Testing the early builds of Windows 10 helps both Microsoft and its customers because they have the opportunity to discover possible issues before the update is ever publicly available and can report it to Microsoft.
Microsoft recommends that all organizations have at least a few PCs enrolled in the Windows Insider Program and provide feedback on any issues they encounter. For information about the Windows Insider Program for Business, go to [Windows Insider Program for Business](waas-windows-insider-for-business.md).
Microsoft recommends that all organizations have at least a few devices enrolled in the Windows Insider Program and provide feedback on any issues they encounter. For information about the Windows Insider Program for Business, go to [Windows Insider Program for Business](waas-windows-insider-for-business.md).
>[!NOTE]
>Microsoft recommends that all organizations have at least a few PCs enrolled in the Windows Insider Program, to include the Windows Insider Program in their deployment plans and to provide feedback on any issues they encounter to Microsoft via our Feedback Hub app.
>Microsoft recommends that all organizations have at least a few devices enrolled in the Windows Insider Program, to include the Windows Insider Program in their deployment plans and to provide feedback on any issues they encounter to Microsoft via our Feedback Hub app.
>
>The Windows Insider Program isnt intended to replace Semi-Annual Channel deployments in an organization. Rather, it provides IT pros and other interested parties with pre-release Windows builds that they can test and ultimately provide feedback on to Microsoft.
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There are many tools with which IT pros can service Windows as a service. Each option has its pros and cons, ranging from capabilities and control to simplicity and low administrative requirements. The following are examples of the servicing tools available to manage Windows as a service updates:
- **Windows Update (stand-alone)** provides limited control over feature updates, with IT pros manually configuring the device to be in the Semi-Annual Channel. Organizations can target which devices defer updates by selecting the Defer upgrades check box in Start\Settings\Update & Security\Advanced Options on a Windows 10 client.
- **Windows Update (stand-alone)** provides limited control over feature updates, with IT pros manually configuring the device to be in the Semi-Annual Channel. Organizations can target which devices defer updates by selecting the Defer upgrades check box in Start\Settings\Update & Security\Advanced Options on a Windows 10 device.
- **Windows Update for Business** is the second option for servicing Windows as a service. This servicing tool includes control over update deferment and provides centralized management using Group Policy. Windows Update for Business can be used to defer updates by up to 365 days, depending on the version. These deployment options are available to clients in the Semi-Annual Channel. In addition to being able to use Group Policy to manage Windows Update for Business, either option can be configured without requiring any on-premises infrastructure by using Intune.
- **Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)** provides extensive control over Windows 10 updates and is natively available in the Windows Server operating system. In addition to the ability to defer updates, organizations can add an approval layer for updates and choose to deploy them to specific computers or groups of computers whenever ready.
- **System Center Configuration Manager** provides the greatest control over servicing Windows as a service. IT pros can defer updates, approve them, and have multiple options for targeting deployments and managing bandwidth usage and deployment times.
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| Configuration Manager | Yes | Yes | BranchCache, Client Peer Cache | Distribution points, multiple deployment options |
>[!NOTE]
>Due to [naming changes](#naming-changes), older terms like CB,CBB and LTSB may still be displayed in some of our products.
>Due to [naming changes](#naming-changes), older terms like CB and CBB might still be displayed in some of our products, such as in Group Policy. If you encounter these terms, "CB" refers to the Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted)--which is no longer used--while "CBB" refers to the Semi-Annual Channel.
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See [Build deployment rings for Windows 10 updates](waas-deployment-rings-windows-10-updates.md) and [Optimize update delivery for Windows 10 updates](waas-optimize-windows-10-updates.md) for more information.
## Video: An overview of Windows as a service
Click the following Microsoft Mechanics video for an overview of the updated release model, particularly the Semi-Annual Channel.
[![YouTube video of Michael Niehouse explaining how the Semi-Annual Channel works](images/SAC_vid_crop.jpg)](https://youtu.be/qSAsiM01GOU)
## Learn more

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ms.prod: w10
ms.mktglfcycl: deploy
ms.sitesec: library
author: greg-lindsay
author: jaimeo
ms.localizationpriority: medium
ms.author: greg-lindsay
ms.date: 10/13/2017
ms.author: jaimeo
ms.reviewer:
manager: laurawi
ms.topic: article
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>[!TIP]
>If you're not familiar with the Windows 10 servicing or release channels, read [Servicing Channels](waas-overview.md#servicing-channels) first.
>
>Due to [naming changes](waas-overview.md#naming-changes), older terms like CB, CBB and LTSB may still be displayed in some of our products.
>Due to [naming changes](waas-overview.md#naming-changes), older terms like CB and CBB might still be displayed in some of our products, such as in Group Policy. If you encounter these terms, "CB" refers to the Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted)--which is no longer used--while "CBB" refers to the Semi-Annual Channel.
Semi-Annual Channel is the default servicing channel for all Windows 10 devices except those with the LTSB edition installed. The following table shows the servicing channels available to each Windows 10 edition.
The Semi-Annual Channel is the default servicing channel for all Windows 10 devices except those with the LTSB edition installed. The following table shows the servicing channels available to each Windows 10 edition.
| Windows 10 edition | Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted) | Semi-Annual Channel | Long-Term Servicing Channel | Insider Program |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Home | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) |
| Pro | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) |
| Enterprise | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) |
| Enterprise LTSB | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) |
| Pro Education | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) |
| Education | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) |
| Mobile | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) |
| Mobile Enterprise | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) |
| Windows 10 edition | Semi-Annual Channel | Long-Term Servicing Channel | Insider Program |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Home | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) |
| Pro | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) |
| Enterprise | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) |
| Enterprise LTSB | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) |
| Pro Education | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) |
| Education | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) |
| Mobile | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) |
| Mobile Enterprise | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) | ![no](images/crossmark.png) | ![yes](images/checkmark.png) |
>[!NOTE]
>The LTSB edition of Windows 10 is only available through the [Microsoft Volume Licensing Center](https://www.microsoft.com/Licensing/servicecenter/default.aspx).
>[!NOTE]
>Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted) should be used only by the customers that are using [Windows Update for Business](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/update/waas-manage-updates-wufb). For those who don't use Windows Update for Business, Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted) would be the same as Semi-Annual Channel.
## Assign devices to Semi-Annual Channel
>[!IMPORTANT]
>Due to [naming changes](waas-overview.md#naming-changes), older terms like CB, CBB and LTSB may still be displayed in some of our products.
>
>In the following settings CB refers to Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted), while CBB refers to Semi-Annual Channel.
>Due to [naming changes](waas-overview.md#naming-changes), older terms like CB and CBB might still be displayed in some of our products, such as in Group Policy. If you encounter these terms, "CB" refers to the Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted)--which is no longer used--while "CBB" refers to the Semi-Annual Channel.
**To assign a single PC locally to CBB**
**To assign a single devices locally to the Semi-Annual Channel**
1. Go to **Settings** > **Update & security** > **Windows Update** > **Advanced options**.
2. Select **Defer feature updates**.
**To assign PCs to CBB using Group Policy**
**To assign devicess to the Semi-Annual Channel by using Group Policy**
- In Windows 10, version 1511:
Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Update > **Defer Upgrades and Updates**
- In Windows 10, version 1607 and later releases:
- In Windows 10, version 1607:
Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Update > Defer Windows Updates > **Select when Feature Updates are received** - enable policy and set branch readiness level to CBB
Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Update > Defer Windows Updates > **Select when Feature Updates are received** - enable policy and set branch readiness level to the Semi-Annual Channel
**To assign PCs to CBB using MDM**
**To assign devicess to to the Semi-Annual Channel by using MDM**
- In Windows 10, version 1511:
../Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Update/**RequireDeferUpgrade**
- In Windows 10, version 1607:
- In Windows 10, version 1607 and later releases:
../Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Update/**BranchReadinessLevel**
**To assign Windows 10 Mobile Enterprise to CBB using MDM**
**To assign Windows 10 Mobile Enterprise devices to the Semi-Annual Channel by using MDM**
- In Windows 10 Mobile Enterprise, version 1511:
../Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Update/RequireDeferUpgrade
- In Windows 10 Mobile Enterprise, version 1607:
- In Windows 10 Mobile Enterprise, version 1607 and later releases:
../Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Update/BranchReadinessLevel
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## Switching channels
During the life of a device, it may be necessary or desirable to switch between the available channels. Depending on the channel you are using, the exact mechanism for doing this can be different; some will be simple, others more involved.
During the life of a device, it might be necessary or desirable to switch between the available channels. Depending on the channel you are using, the exact mechanism for doing this can be different; some will be simple, others more involved.
<table>
<colgroup>
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<tbody>
<tr class="odd">
<td align="left" rowspan="3">Windows Insider Program</td>
<td align="left">Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted)</td>
<td align="left">Wait for the final Semi-Annual Channel release.</td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td align="left">Semi-Annual Channel</td>
<td align="left">Not directly possible, because Windows Insider Program devices are automatically upgraded to the Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted) release at the end of the development cycle.</td>
<td align="left">Not directly possible</td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td align="left">Long-Term Servicing Channel</td>
<td align="left">Not directly possible (requires wipe-and-load).</td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td align="left" rowspan="3">Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted)</td>
<td align="left">Insider</td>
<td align="left">Use the Settings app to enroll the device in the Windows Insider Program.</td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td align="left">Semi-Annual Channel</td>
<td align="left">Select the <strong>Defer upgrade</strong> setting, or move the PC to a target group or flight that will not receive the next upgrade until it is business ready. Note that this change will not have any immediate impact; it only prevents the installation of the next Semi-Annual Channel release.</td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td align="left">Long-Term Servicing Channel</td>
<td align="left">Not directly possible (requires wipe-and-load).</td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td align="left" rowspan="3">Semi-Annual Channel</td>
<td align="left">Insider</td>
<td align="left">Use the Settings app to enroll the device in the Windows Insider Program.</td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td align="left">Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted)</td>
<td align="left">Disable the <strong>Defer upgrade</strong> setting, or move the device to a target group or flight that will receive the latest Current Semi-Annual Channel release.</td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td align="left">Long-Term Servicing Channel</td>
@ -184,11 +154,6 @@ During the life of a device, it may be necessary or desirable to switch between
<td align="left" rowspan="3">Long-Term Servicing Channel</td>
<td align="left">Insider</td>
<td align="left">Use media to upgrade to the latest Windows Insider Program build.</td>
</tr>
<tr class="odd">
<td align="left">Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted)</td>
<td align="left">Use media to upgrade. Note that the Semi-Annual Channel build must be a later build.</td>
</tr>
<tr class="even">
<td align="left">Semi-Annual Channel</td>
<td align="left">Use media to upgrade. Note that the Semi-Annual Channel build must be a later build.</td>

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title: Walkthrough use Intune to configure Windows Update for Business (Windows 10)
description: Configure Windows Update for Business settings using Microsoft Intune.
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ms.sitesec: library
author: greg-lindsay
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ms.author: greg-lindsay
ms.date: 07/27/2017
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# Walkthrough: use Microsoft Intune to configure Windows Update for Business
**Applies to**
- Windows 10
- Windows 10 Mobile
> **Looking for consumer information?** See [Windows Update: FAQ](https://support.microsoft.com/help/12373/windows-update-faq)
>[!IMPORTANT]
>Due to [naming changes](waas-overview.md#naming-changes), older terms like CB,CBB and LTSB may still be displayed in some of our products.
>
>In the following settings CB refers to Semi-Annual Channel (Targeted), while CBB refers to Semi-Annual Channel.
You can use Intune to configure Windows Update for Business even if you dont have on-premises infrastructure when you use Intune in conjunction with Azure AD. Before configuring Windows Update for Business, consider a [deployment strategy](waas-servicing-strategy-windows-10-updates.md) for updates and feature updates in your environment.
Windows Update for Business in Windows 10 version 1511 allows you to delay quality updates up to 4 weeks and feature updates up to an additional 8 months after Microsoft releases builds to the Current Branch for Business (CBB) servicing branch. In Windows 10 version 1607 and later, you can delay quality updates for up to 30 days and feature updates up to an additional 180 days after the release of either a Current Branch (CB) or CBB build.
To use Intune to manage quality and feature updates in your environment, you must first create computer groups that align with your constructed deployment rings.
>[!NOTE]
>Coming soon: [Intune Groups will be converted to Azure Active Directory-based Security Groups](https://docs.microsoft.com/intune/deploy-use/use-groups-to-manage-users-and-devices-with-microsoft-intune)
## Configure Windows Update for Business in Windows 10, version 1511
In this example, you use two security groups to manage your updates: **Ring 4 Broad business users** and **Ring 5 Broad business users #2** from Table 1 in [Build deployment rings for Windows 10 updates](waas-deployment-rings-windows-10-updates.md).
- The **Ring 4 Broad business users** group contains PCs of IT members who test the updates as soon as theyre released for Windows clients in the Current Branch for Business (CBB) servicing branch. This phase typically occurs after testing on Current Branch (CB) devices.
- The **Ring 5 Broad business users #2** group consists of the first line-of-business (LOB) users, who consume quality updates after 1 week and feature updates 1 month after the CBB release.
>[!NOTE]
>Although the [sample deployment rings](waas-deployment-rings-windows-10-updates.md) specify a feature update deferral of 2 weeks for Ring 5, deferrals in Windows 10, version 1511 are in increments of months only.
### Configure the Ring 4 Broad business users deployment ring for CBB with no deferral
1. Sign in to [https://manage.microsoft.com](https://manage.microsoft.com) with your Intune administrator credentials.
2. Click the **Policy** workspace. In the middle pane, click **Configuration Policies**, and then click **Add** in the details pane.
![Shows the UI for this step](images/waas-wufb-intune-step2a.png)
3. In the Create a New Policy Wizard, select **Windows\Custom Configuration (Windows 10 Desktop and Mobile and later)**, and then click **Create Policy**.
4. Name the policy **Windows Update for Business - CBB1**. Then, in the **OMA-URI Settings** section, click **Add**.
5. In **Setting name**, type **Enable Clients for CBB**, and then select **Integer** from the **Data type** list.
6. In the **OMA-URI** box, type **./Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Update/RequireDeferUpgrade**.
7. In the **Value** box, type **1**, and then click **OK**.
>[!NOTE]
>The OMA-URI settings are case sensitive, so be sure to review [Policy CSP](https://msdn.microsoft.com/library/windows/hardware/dn904962.aspx) for the proper syntax.
![Settings for this policy](images/waas-wufb-intune-step7a.png)
8. For this deployment ring, youre required to enable only CBB, so click **Save Policy**.
9. In the **Deploy Policy: Windows Update for Business CBB1** dialog box, click **Yes**.
>[!NOTE]
>If this dialog box doesn't appear, select the policy, and then click **Manage Deployment**.
10. In the **Manage Deployment: Windows Update for Business CBB1** dialog box, select the **Ring 4 Broad business users** group, click **Add**, and then click **OK**.
You have now configured the **Ring 4 Broad business users** deployment ring to enable the CBB servicing branch. Now, you must configure **Ring 5 Broad business users #2** to accommodate a 1-week delay for quality updates and a 1-month delay for feature updates.
### Configure the Ring 5 Broad business users \#2 deployment ring for CBB with deferrals
1. In the Policy workspace, click **Configuration Policies**, and then click **Add**.
2. In the Create a New Policy Wizard, select **Windows\Custom Configuration (Windows 10 Desktop and Mobile and later)**, and then click **Create Policy**.
3. Name the policy **Windows Update for Business CBB2**. Then, in the **OMA-URI Settings** section, click **Add**.
In this policy, you add two OMA-URI settings, one for each deferment type.
4. In **Setting name**, type **Enable Clients for CBB**, and then in the **Data type** list, select **Integer**.
6. In the **OMA-URI** box, type **./Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Update/RequireDeferUpgrade**. Then, in the **Value** box, type **1**.
7. Click **OK** to save the setting.
8. In the **OMA-URI Settings** section, click **Add**.
9. For this setting, in **Setting name**, type **Defer Updates for 1 Week**, and then in the **Data type** list, select **Integer**.
11. In the **OMA-URI** box, type **./Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Update/DeferUpdatePeriod**.
12. In the **Value** box, type **1**.
13. Click **OK** to save the setting.
14. In the **OMA-URI Settings** section, click **Add**.
15. For this setting, in **Setting name**, type **Defer Upgrades for 1 Month**, and then in the **Data type** list, select **Integer**.
17. In the **OMA-URI** box, type **./Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Update/DeferUpgradePeriod**.
18. In the **Value** box, type **1**.
19. Click **OK** to save the setting.
Three settings should appear in the **Windows Update for Business CBB2** policy.
![Settings for CBB2 policy](images/waas-wufb-intune-step19a.png)
20. Click **Save Policy**, and then click **Yes** at the **Deploy Policy** prompt.
21. In the **Manage Deployment** dialog box, select the **Ring 5 Broad business users #2** computer group, click **Add**, and then click **OK**.
## Configure Windows Update for Business in Windows 10 version 1607
To use Intune to manage quality and feature updates in your environment, you must first create computer groups that align with your constructed deployment rings.
In this example, you use three security groups from Table 1 in [Build deployment rings for Windows 10 updates](waas-deployment-rings-windows-10-updates.md) to manage your updates:
- **Ring 2 Pilot Business Users** contains the PCs of business users which are part of the pilot testing process, receiving CB builds 28 days after they are released.
- **Ring 4 Broad business users** consists of IT members who receive updates after Microsoft releases a Windows 10 build to the CBB servicing branch.
- **Ring 5 Broad business users #2** consists of LOB users on CBB, who receive quality updates after 7 days and feature updates after 14 days.
### Configure Ring 2 Pilot Business Users policy
1. Sign in to [https://manage.microsoft.com](https://manage.microsoft.com) with your Intune administrator credentials.
2. Click the **Policy** workspace. In the middle pane, click **Configuration Policies**, and then click **Add** in the details pane.
![Shows the UI for this step](images/waas-wufb-intune-step2a.png)
3. In the Create a New Policy Wizard, select **Windows\Custom Configuration (Windows 10 Desktop and Mobile and later)**, and then click **Create Policy**.
4. Name the policy **Windows Update for Business - CB2**. Then, in the **OMA-URI Settings** section, click **Add**.
4. In **Setting name**, type **Enable Clients for CB**, and then select **Integer** from the **Data type** list.
6. In the **OMA-URI** box, type **./Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Update/BranchReadinessLevel**.
7. In the **Value** box, type **0**, and then click **OK**.
>[!NOTE]
>The OMA-URI settings are case sensitive, so be sure to review [Policy CSP](https://msdn.microsoft.com/library/windows/hardware/dn904962.aspx) for the proper syntax.
![Settings for this policy](images/waas-wufb-intune-cb2a.png)
8. Because the **Ring 2 Pilot Business Users** deployment ring receives the CB feature updates after 28 days, in the **OMA-URI Settings** section, click **Add** to add another OMA-URI setting.
8. In **Setting name**, type **Defer feature updates for 28 days**, and then select **Integer** from the **Data type** list.
10. In the **OMA-URI** box, type **./Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Update/DeferFeatureUpdatesPeriodInDays**.
11. In the **Value** box, type **28**, and then click **OK**.
![Settings for this policy](images/waas-wufb-intune-step11a.png)
9. Click **Save Policy**.
9. In the **Deploy Policy: Windows Update for Business CB2** dialog box, click **Yes**.
>[!NOTE]
>If this dialog box doesn't appear, select the policy, and then click **Manage Deployment**.
10. In the **Manage Deployment: Windows Update for Business CB2** dialog box, select the **Ring 2 Pilot Business Users** group, click **Add**, and then click **OK**.
You have now configured the **Ring 2 Pilot Business Users** deployment ring to enable CB feature update deferment for 14 days. Now, you must configure **Ring 4 Broad business users** to receive CBB features updates as soon as theyre available.
### Configure Ring 4 Broad business users policy
2. Click the **Policy** workspace. In the middle pane, click **Configuration Policies**, and then click **Add** in the details pane.
![Shows the UI for this step](images/waas-wufb-intune-step2a.png)
3. In the Create a New Policy Wizard, select **Windows\Custom Configuration (Windows 10 Desktop and Mobile and later)**, and then click **Create Policy**.
4. Name the policy **Windows Update for Business - CBB1**. Then, in the **OMA-URI Settings** section, click **Add**.
5. In **Setting name**, type **Enable Clients for CBB**, and then select **Integer** from the **Data type** list.
6. In the **OMA-URI** box, type **./Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Update/BranchReadinessLevel**.
7. In the **Value** box, type **1**, and then click **OK**.
>[!NOTE]
>The OMA-URI settings are case sensitive, so be sure to review [Policy CSP](https://msdn.microsoft.com/library/windows/hardware/dn904962.aspx) for the proper syntax.
8. Because the **Ring 4 Broad business users** deployment ring receives the CBB feature updates immediately, in the **OMA-URI Settings** section, click **Add** to add another OMA-URI setting.
9. In **Setting name**, type **Defer feature updates for 0 days**, and then select **Integer** from the **Data type** list.
10. In the **OMA-URI** box, type **./Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Update/DeferFeatureUpdatesPeriodInDays**.
11. In the **Value** box, type **0**, and then click **OK**.
![Settings for this policy](images/waas-wufb-intune-cbb1a.png)
12. Click **Save Policy**.
13. In the **Deploy Policy: Windows Update for Business CBB1** dialog box, click **Yes**.
>[!NOTE]
>If this dialog box doesn't appear, select the policy, and then click **Manage Deployment**.
14. In the **Manage Deployment: Windows Update for Business CBB1** dialog box, select the **Ring 4 Broad business users** group, click **Add**, and then click **OK**.
You have now configured the **Ring 4 Broad business users** deployment ring to receive CBB feature updates as soon as theyre available. Finally, configure **Ring 5 Broad business users #2** to accommodate a 7-day delay for quality updates and a 14-day delay for feature updates.
### Configure Ring 5 Broad business users \#2 policy
2. Click the **Policy** workspace. In the middle pane, click **Configuration Policies**, and then click **Add** in the details pane.
![Shows the UI for this step](images/waas-wufb-intune-step2a.png)
3. In the Create a New Policy Wizard, select **Windows\Custom Configuration (Windows 10 Desktop and Mobile and later)**, and then click **Create Policy**.
4. Name the policy **Windows Update for Business - CBB2**. Then, in the **OMA-URI Settings** section, click **Add**.
5. In **Setting name**, type **Enable Clients for CBB**, and then select **Integer** from the **Data type** list.
6. In the **OMA-URI** box, type **./Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Update/BranchReadinessLevel**.
7. In the **Value** box, type **1**, and then click **OK**.
>[!NOTE]
>The OMA-URI settings are case sensitive, so be sure to review [Policy CSP](https://msdn.microsoft.com/library/windows/hardware/dn904962.aspx) for the proper syntax.
8. In the **OMA-URI Settings** section, click **Add** to add another OMA-URI setting.
9. In **Setting name**, type **Defer quality updates for 7 days**, and then select **Integer** from the **Data type** list.
10. In the **OMA-URI** box, type **./Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Update/DeferQualityUpdatesPeriodInDays**.
11. In the **Value** box, type **7**, and then click **OK**.
12. In the **OMA-URI Settings** section, click **Add** to add another OMA-URI setting.
13. In **Setting name**, type **Defer feature updates for 14 days**, and then select **Integer** from the **Data type** list.
14. In the **OMA-URI** box, type **./Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Update/DeferFeatureUpdatesPeriodInDays**.
15. In the **Value** box, type **14**, and then click **OK**.
![Settings for this policy](images/waas-wufb-intune-cbb2a.png)
16. Click **Save Policy**.
17. In the **Deploy Policy: Windows Update for Business CBB2** dialog box, click **Yes**.
>[!NOTE]
>If this dialog box doesn't appear, select the policy, and then click **Manage Deployment**.
18. In the **Manage Deployment: Windows Update for Business CBB2** dialog box, select the **Ring 5 Broad Business Users #2** group, click **Add**, and then click **OK**.
## Related topics
- [Update Windows 10 in the enterprise](index.md)
- [Overview of Windows as a service](waas-overview.md)
- [Prepare servicing strategy for Windows 10 updates](waas-servicing-strategy-windows-10-updates.md)
- [Build deployment rings for Windows 10 updates](waas-deployment-rings-windows-10-updates.md)
- [Assign devices to servicing channels for Windows 10 updates](waas-servicing-channels-windows-10-updates.md)
- [Optimize update delivery for Windows 10 updates](waas-optimize-windows-10-updates.md)
- [Configure Delivery Optimization for Windows 10 updates](waas-delivery-optimization.md)
- [Configure BranchCache for Windows 10 updates](waas-branchcache.md)
- [Deploy updates for Windows 10 Mobile Enterprise and Windows 10 IoT Mobile](waas-mobile-updates.md)
- [Deploy updates using Windows Update for Business](waas-manage-updates-wufb.md)
- [Configure Windows Update for Business](waas-configure-wufb.md)
- [Integrate Windows Update for Business with management solutions](waas-integrate-wufb.md)
- [Walkthrough: use Group Policy to configure Windows Update for Business](waas-wufb-group-policy.md)
- [Deploy Windows 10 updates using Windows Server Update Services](waas-manage-updates-wsus.md)
- [Deploy Windows 10 updates using System Center Configuration Manager](waas-manage-updates-configuration-manager.md)
- [Manage device restarts after updates](waas-restart.md)