diff --git a/windows/whats-new/whats-new-windows-10-version-20H2.md b/windows/whats-new/whats-new-windows-10-version-20H2.md index 17024375e0..8746aa4c8a 100644 --- a/windows/whats-new/whats-new-windows-10-version-20H2.md +++ b/windows/whats-new/whats-new-windows-10-version-20H2.md @@ -25,7 +25,7 @@ This article lists new and updated features and content that is of interest to I As with previous fall releases, Windows 10, version 20H2 is a scoped set of features for select performance improvements, enterprise features, and quality enhancements. As a [September-targeted release](https://support.microsoft.com/help/13853/windows-lifecycle-fact-sheet), 20H2 is serviced for 30 months from the release date for devices running Windows 10 Enterprise or Windows 10 Education editions. -To download and install Windows 10, version 20H2, use Windows Update (**Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update**). +To download and install Windows 10, version 20H2, use Windows Update (**Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update**). For more information, including a video, see [How to get the Windows 10 October 2020 Update](https://community.windows.com/videos/how-to-get-the-windows-10-october-2020-update/7c7_mWN0wi8). ## Microsoft Edge @@ -37,11 +37,13 @@ This release automatically includes the new Chromium-based [Microsoft Edge](http There are several changes that help improve the security of devices that scan Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) for updates. For more information, see [Changes to improve security for Windows devices scanning WSUS](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/changes-to-improve-security-for-windows-devices-scanning-wsus/ba-p/1645547). +Starting with Windows 10, version 20H2, LCUs and SSUs have been combined into a single cumulative monthly update, available via Microsoft Catalog or Windows Server Update Services. For more information, see [Simplifying on-premises deployment of servicing stack updates](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/simplifying-on-premises-deployment-of-servicing-stack-updates/ba-p/1646039). + ## Deployment New guidance is available to help prepare a [servicing strategy](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/update/waas-servicing-strategy-windows-10-updates) and move your devices to the latest version of Windows 10 quickly and as seamlessly as possible. -These steps have been broken into the following phases: **Plan** > **Prepare** > **Deploy**: +Activities are grouped into the following phases: **Plan** > **Prepare** > **Deploy**: **Plan** your deployment by evaluating and understanding essential activities: - Create a [phased deployment plan](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/update/create-deployment-plan) @@ -58,12 +60,19 @@ These steps have been broken into the following phases: **Plan** > **Prepare** > - Ensure that [users are ready](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/update/prepare-deploy-windows) for updates **Deploy** and manage Windows 10 strategically in your organization: -- Use [Windows Autopilot](https://docs.microsoft.com/mem/autopilot/windows-autopilot) to streamline the setup and configuration of new devices -- Use [Configuration Manager](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/deploy-windows-cm/prepare-for-zero-touch-installation-of-windows-10-with-configuration-manager) or [MDT](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/deploy-windows-mdt/prepare-for-windows-deployment-with-mdt) for both new and existing devices -- Use [Windows Update for Business](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/update/waas-configure-wufb) and [customize update settings](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/update/waas-wufb-group-policy) for your devices -- Use Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) to [deploy Windows updates](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/update/waas-manage-updates-wsus) -- Use [Delivery Optimization](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/update/waas-delivery-optimization) to manage bandwidth for updates -- Use Update Compliance to [monitor Windows Updates](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/update/update-compliance-monitor) +- Use [Windows Autopilot](https://docs.microsoft.com/mem/autopilot/windows-autopilot) to streamline the set up, configuration, and delivery of new devices +- Use [Configuration Manager](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/deploy-windows-cm/prepare-for-zero-touch-installation-of-windows-10-with-configuration-manager) or [MDT](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/deploy-windows-mdt/prepare-for-windows-deployment-with-mdt) to deploy new devices and update existing devices +- Use [Windows Update for Business](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/update/waas-configure-wufb) with Group Policy to [customize update settings](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/update/waas-wufb-group-policy) for your devices +- [Deploy Windows updates](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/update/waas-manage-updates-wsus) with Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) +- Manage bandwidth for updates with [Delivery Optimization](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/update/waas-delivery-optimization) +- [Monitor Windows Updates](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/update/update-compliance-monitor) with Update Compliance + +### Windows Autopilot + +Enhancements to Windows Autopilot since the last release of Windows 10 include: +- [Windows Autopilot for HoloLens](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/windows-autopilot-for-hololens-2/ba-p/1371494): Set up HoloLens 2 devices with Windows Autopilot for HoloLens 2 self-deploying mode. +- [Windows Autopilot with co-management](https://docs.microsoft.com/mem/configmgr/comanage/quickstart-autopilot): Co-management and Autopilot together can help you reduce cost and improve the end user experience. +- Enhancements to Windows Autopilot deployment reporting are in preview. From the Microsoft Endpoint Manager admin center (endpoint.microsoft.com), select **Devices** > **Monitor** and scroll down to the **Enrollment** section. Click **Autopilot deployment (preview)**. ### Windows Assessment and Deployment Toolkit (ADK) @@ -83,6 +92,14 @@ This release includes improved support for non-ASCII file paths has been added f The [DisableAntiSpyware](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/customize/desktop/unattend/security-malware-windows-defender-disableantispyware) parameter is deprecated in this release. +### Microsoft Defender Application Guard for Office + +Microsoft Defender Application Guard now supports Office: With [Microsoft Defender Application Guard for Office](https://docs.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/security/office-365-security/install-app-guard), you can launch untrusted Office documents (from outside the Enterprise) in an isolated container to prevent potentially malicious content from compromising your device. + +### Windows Hello + +With specialized hardware and software components available on devices shipping with Windows 10, version 20H2 configured out of factory, Windows Hello now offers added support for virtualization-based security with supporting fingerprint and face sensors. This feature isolates and secures a user's biometric authentication data. + ## Virtualization ### Windows Sandbox @@ -112,6 +129,10 @@ Some enhancements to the Windows 10 user interface are implemented in this relea On a 2-in-1 device, Windows will now automatically switch to tablet mode when you detach the screen. +## Surface + +Windows 10 Pro and Enterprise are now [available on Surface Hub 2](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/surface-it-pro-blog/announcing-the-availability-of-windows-10-pro-and-enterprise-on/ba-p/1624107). For more information, see [What's new in Surface Hub 2S for IT admins](https://docs.microsoft.com/surface-hub/surface-hub-2s-whats-new). + ## Desktop Analytics [Desktop Analytics](https://docs.microsoft.com/configmgr/desktop-analytics/overview) is a cloud-connected service, integrated with Configuration Manager that provides data-driven insights to the management of Windows endpoints in your organization. Desktop Analytics requires a Windows E3 or E5 license, or a Microsoft 365 E3 or E5 license. @@ -120,6 +141,9 @@ For information about Desktop Analytics and this release of Windows 10, see [Wha ## See Also +[What’s new for IT pros in Windows 10, version 20H2](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/what-s-new-for-it-pros-in-windows-10-version-20h2/ba-p/1800132)
+[Get started with the October 2020 update to Windows 10](https://www.linkedin.com/learning/windows-10-october-2020-update-new-features-2/get-started-with-the-october-2020-update-to-windows-10)
+[Learn Windows 10 with the October 2020 Update](https://www.linkedin.com/learning/windows-10-october-2020-update-essential-training/learn-windows-10-with-the-october-2020-update)
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