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## Features removed or planned for replacement
### [Windows 10 features lifecycle](features-lifecycle.md)
### [Windows 10, version 1903](windows-10-1903-removed-features.md)
### [Windows 10, version 1809](windows-10-1809-removed-features.md)
### [Windows 10, version 1803](windows-10-1803-removed-features.md)
### [Windows 10, version 1709](windows-10-1709-removed-features.md)
### [Windows 10, version 1703](windows-10-1703-removed-features.md)
### [Features we're no longer developing](windows-10-deprecated-features.md)
### [Features we removed](windows-10-removed-features.md)
## Application Compatibility Toolkit (ACT)
### [Application Compatibility Toolkit (ACT) Technical Reference](act-technical-reference.md)

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---
title: Windows 10 features lifecycle
description: Learn about the lifecycle of Windows 10 features
ms.prod: w10
ms.mktglfcycl: plan
ms.localizationpriority: medium
ms.sitesec: library
audience: itpro
author: greg-lindsay
manager: laurawi
ms.author: greglin
ms.topic: article
---
# Windows 10 features lifecycle
- Applies to: Windows 10
Each release of Windows 10 contains many new and improved features. Occasionally we also remove features and functionality, usually because there is a better option.
## Features removed or planned for replacement
See the following for details about feature support for each release of Windows 10.
[Windows 10, version 1903](windows-10-1903-removed-features.md)<br>
[Windows 10, version 1809](windows-10-1809-removed-features.md)<br>
[Windows 10, version 1803](windows-10-1803-removed-features.md)<br>
[Windows 10, version 1709](windows-10-1709-removed-features.md)<br>
[Windows 10, version 1703](windows-10-1703-removed-features.md)
Also see: [Windows 10 release information](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/release-information/)
## Terminology
The following terms can be used to describe the status that might be assigned to a feature during its lifecycle.
- **Deprecation**: The stage of the product lifecycle when a feature or functionality is no longer in active development and may be removed in future releases of a product or online service.
- **End of support**: The stage of the product lifecycle when support and servicing are no longer available for a product.
- **Retirement**: The stage of the product lifecycle when an online service is shut down so that it is no longer available for use.
- **Remove or retire a feature**: The stage of the product lifecycle when a feature or functionality is removed from an online service after it has been deprecated.
---
title: Windows 10 features lifecycle
description: Learn about the lifecycle of Windows 10 features
ms.prod: w10
ms.mktglfcycl: plan
ms.localizationpriority: medium
ms.sitesec: library
audience: itpro
author: greg-lindsay
manager: laurawi
ms.author: greglin
ms.topic: article
---
# Windows 10 features lifecycle
- Applies to: Windows 10
Each release of Windows 10 contains many new and improved features. Occasionally we also remove features and functionality, usually because there is a better option.
## Features no longer being developed
The following topic lists features that are no longer being developed. These features might be removed in a future release.
[Windows 10 features we’re no longer developing](windows-10-deprecated-features.md)
## Features removed
The following topic has details about features that have been removed from Windows 10.
[Windows 10 features we removed](windows-10-removed-features.md)
## Terminology
The following terms can be used to describe the status that might be assigned to a feature during its lifecycle.
- **Deprecation**: The stage of the product lifecycle when a feature or functionality is no longer in active development and may be removed in future releases of a product or online service.
- **End of support**: The stage of the product lifecycle when support and servicing are no longer available for a product.
- **Retirement**: The stage of the product lifecycle when an service is shut down so that it is no longer available for use.
- **Remove or retire a feature**: The stage of the product lifecycle when a feature or functionality is removed from a service after it has been deprecated.
- **Replace a feature**: The stage of the product lifecycle when a feature or functionality in a service is replaced with a different feature or functionality.
## Also see
[Windows 10 release information](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/release-information/)

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title: Windows 10, version 1703 removed features
description: Learn about features that were removed in Windows 10, version 1703
ms.prod: w10
manager: laurawi
ms.mktglfcycl: plan
ms.localizationpriority: medium
ms.sitesec: library
author: greg-lindsay
ms.topic: article
---
# Features that are removed or deprecated in Windows 10, version 1703
> Applies to: Windows 10, version 1703
The following features and functionalities in the Windows 10 Creators Update edition (Windows 10, version 1703) have either been removed from the product in the current release (*Removed*) or are not in active development and are planned for potential removal in subsequent releases.
This list is intended for IT professionals who are updating operating systems in a commercial environment. The plan and list are subject to change and may not include every deprecated feature or functionality. For more details about a listed feature or functionality and its replacement, see the documentation for that feature.
| Feature | Removed | Not actively developed |
|------------|---------|------------|
|Apndatabase.xml is being replaced by the COSA database. Therefore, some constructs will no longer function. This includes Hardware ID, incoming SMS messaging rules in mobile apps, a list of privileged apps in mobile apps, autoconnect order, APN parser, and CDMAProvider ID. | | X |
|Apps Corner| | X |
|By default, Flash autorun in Edge is turned off. Use the Click-to-Run (C2R) option instead. (This setting can be changed by the user.)| X | |
|Interactive Service Detection Service| X | |
|Microsoft Paint for languages that are not on the [full localization list](https://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-10-specifications#Windows-10-localization)| | |
|NPN support in TLS (superseded by ALPN)| X | |
|Reading List | | X |
|Tile Data Layer | | X |
|TLS DHE_DSS ciphers DisabledByDefault| | X |
|Windows Information Protection "AllowUserDecryption" policy | X | |
|WSUS for Windows Mobile, updates are being transitioned to the new Unified Update Platform (UUP) | X | |
|TCPChimney | | X |
|IPsec task offload| | X |

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title: Windows 10, version 1709 removed features
description: Learn about features that will be removed in Windows 10, version 1709
ms.prod: w10
ms.mktglfcycl: plan
ms.localizationpriority: medium
ms.sitesec: library
audience: ITPro
author: greg-lindsay
manager: laurawi
ms.topic: article
---
# Features that are removed or deprecated in Windows 10, version 1709
> Applies to: Windows 10, version 1709
The following features and functionalities in the Windows 10, version 1709 are either removed from the product in the current release (*Removed*) or are not in active development and might be removed in future releases.
This list is intended to help customers consider these removals and deprecations for their own planning. The list is subject to change and may not include every deprecated feature or functionality.
For more information about a listed feature or functionality and its replacement, see the documentation for that feature. You can also follow the provided links in this table to see additional resources. 
| Feature | Removed | Not actively developed |
-|-|-
|**3D Builder app** <br> No longer installed by default. Consider using Print 3D and Paint 3D in its place. However, 3D Builder is still available for download from the Windows Store. | X | |
|**Apndatabase.xml** <br> For more information about the replacement database, see the following Hardware Dev Center articles: <br> [MO Process to update COSA](/windows-hardware/drivers/mobilebroadband/planning-your-apn-database-submission) <br> [COSA FAQ](/windows-hardware/drivers/mobilebroadband/cosa---faq) | X | |
|**Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit (EMET)** <br>Use will be blocked. Consider using [Exploit Protection](https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2017/06/28/announcing-windows-10-insider-preview-build-16232-pc-build-15228-mobile/#fMH3bUDAb5HEstZ5.97) as a replacement.| X | |
|**IIS 6 Management Compatibility** <br> We recommend that users use alternative scripting tools and a newer management console. | | X |
|**IIS Digest Authentication** <br> We recommend that users use alternative authentication methods.| | X |
|**Microsoft Paint** <br> Will be available through the Windows Store. Functionality integrated into Paint 3D.| | X |
|**Outlook Express** <br> Removing this non-functional legacy code.| X | |
|**Reader app** <br> Functionality to be integrated into Microsoft Edge.| X | |
|**Reading List** <br> Functionality to be integrated into Microsoft Edge.| X | |
|**Resilient File System (ReFS)** <br> Creation ability will be available in the following editions only: Windows 10 Enterprise and Windows 10 Pro for Workstations. Creation ability will be removed from all other editions. All other editions will have Read and Write ability. <br> (added: August 17, 2017)| | X |
|**RSA/AES Encryption for IIS** <br> We recommend that users use CNG encryption provider.| | X |
|**Screen saver functionality in Themes** <br> Disabled in Themes (classified as **Removed** in this table). Screen saver functionality in Group Policies, Control Panel, and Sysprep continues to be functional. Lockscreen features and policies are preferred. | X | X |
|**Sync your settings** <br> Back-end changes: In future releases, the back-end storage for the current sync process will change. A single cloud storage system will be used for Enterprise State Roaming and all other users. The "Sync your settings" options and the Enterprise State Roaming feature will continue to work. <br>(updated: August 17, 2017) | | X |
|**Syskey.exe** <br> Removing this nonsecure security feature. We recommend that users use BitLocker instead. For more information, see the following Knowledge Base article: [4025993 Syskey.exe utility is no longer supported in Windows 10 RS3 and Windows Server 2016 RS3](https://support.microsoft.com/help/4025993/syskey-exe-utility-is-no-longer-supported-in-windows-10-rs3-and-window)| X | |
|**System Image Backup (SIB) Solution** <br> We recommend that users use full-disk backup solutions from other vendors.| | X |
|**TCP Offload Engine** <br> Removing this legacy code. This functionality was previously transitioned to the Stack TCP Engine. For more information, see the following PFE Platform Blog article: [Why Are We Deprecating Network Performance Features?](https://blogs.technet.microsoft.com/askpfeplat/2017/06/13/why-are-we-deprecating-network-performance-features-kb4014193)| X ||
|**Tile Data Layer** <br> To be replaced by the Tile Store.| X ||
|**TLS RC4 Ciphers** <br> To be disabled by default. For more information, see the following Windows IT Center topic: [TLS (Schannel SSP) changes in Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016](/windows-server/security/tls/tls-schannel-ssp-changes-in-windows-10-and-windows-server)|| X|
|**Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Owner Password Management** <br>This legacy code to be removed.|| X |
|**Trusted Platform Module (TPM): TPM.msc and TPM Remote Management** <br> To be replaced by a new user interface in a future release.| | X |
|**Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Remote Management** <br>This legacy code to be removed in a future release.|| X |
|**Windows Hello for Business deployment that uses System Center Configuration Manager** <br> Windows Server 2016 Active Directory Federation Services – Registration Authority (ADFS RA) deployment is simpler and provides a better user experience and a more deterministic certificate enrollment experience.|| X |
|**Windows PowerShell 2.0** <br> Applications and components should be migrated to PowerShell 5.0+.| | X |

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title: Windows 10, version 1803 - Features that have been removed
description: Learn about features that will be removed or deprecated in Windows 10, version 1803, or a future release
ms.prod: w10
ms.mktglfcycl: plan
ms.localizationpriority: medium
ms.sitesec: library
audience: itpro
author: greg-lindsay
ms.author: greglin
ms.date: 08/16/2018
ms.reviewer:
manager: laurawi
ms.topic: article
---
# Features removed or planned for replacement starting with Windows 10, version 1803
> Applies to: Windows 10, version 1803
Each release of Windows 10 adds new features and functionality; we also occasionally remove features and functionality, usually because we've added a better option. Here are the details about the features and functionalities that we removed in Windows 10, version 1803 (also called Windows 10 April 2018 Update).
> [!TIP]
> - You can get early access to Windows 10 builds by joining the [Windows Insider program](https://insider.windows.com) - this is a great way to test feature changes.
- Have questions about other releases? Check out the information for [Features that are removed or deprecated in Windows 10, version 1703](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/planning/windows-10-1703-removed-features), [Features that are removed or deprecated in Windows 10, version 1709](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/planning/windows-10-1709-removed-features), and [Features that are removed or deprecated in Windows 10 Creators Update](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4014193/features-that-are-removed-or-deprecated-in-windows-10-creators-update).
**The list is subject to change and might not include every affected feature or functionality.**
## Features we removed in this release
We've removed the following features and functionalities from the installed product image in Windows 10, version 1803. Applications or code that depend on these features won't function in this release unless you use an alternate method.
|Feature |Instead you can use...|
|-----------|--------------------
|Groove Music Pass|[We ended the Groove streaming music service and music track sales through the Microsoft Store in 2017](https://support.microsoft.com/help/4046109/groove-music-and-spotify-faq). The Groove app is being updated to reflect this change. You can still use Groove Music to play the music on your PC or to stream music from OneDrive. You can use Spotify or other music services to stream music on Windows 10, or to buy music to own.|
|People - Suggestions will no longer include unsaved contacts for non-Microsoft accounts|Manually save the contact details for people you send mail to or get mail from.|
|Language control in the Control Panel| Use the Settings app to change your language settings.|
|HomeGroup|We are removing [HomeGroup](https://support.microsoft.com/help/17145) but not your ability to share printers, files, and folders.<br><br>When you update to Windows 10, version 1803, you won't see HomeGroup in File Explorer, the Control Panel, or Troubleshoot (**Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot**). Any printers, files, and folders that you shared using HomeGroup **will continue to be shared**.<br><br>Instead of using HomeGroup, you can now share printers, files and folders by using features that are built into Windows 10: <br>- [Share your network printer](https://www.bing.com/search?q=share+printer+windows+10) <br>- [Share files in File Explorer](https://support.microsoft.com/help/4027674/windows-10-share-files-in-file-explorer) |
|**Connect to suggested open hotspots** option in Wi-Fi settings |We previously [disabled the **Connect to suggested open hotspots** option](https://privacy.microsoft.com/windows-10-open-wi-fi-hotspots) and are now removing it from the Wi-Fi settings page. You can manually connect to free wireless hotspots with **Network & Internet** settings, from the taskbar or Control Panel, or by using Wi-Fi Settings (for mobile devices).|
|XPS Viewer|We're changing the way you get XPS Viewer. In Windows 10, version 1709 and earlier versions, the app is included in the installation image. If you have XPS Viewer and you update to Windows 10, version 1803, there's no action required. You'll still have XPS Viewer. <br><br>However, if you install Windows 10, version 1803, on a new device (or as a clean installation), you may need to [install XPS Viewer from **Apps and Features** in the Settings app](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/application-management/add-apps-and-features) or through [Features on Demand](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/manufacture/desktop/features-on-demand-v2--capabilities). If you had XPS Viewer in Windows 10, version 1709, but manually removed it before updating, you'll need to manually reinstall it.|
## Features we’re no longer developing
We are no longer actively developing these features and may remove them from a future update. Some features have been replaced with other features or functionality, while others are now available from different sources.
If you have feedback about the proposed replacement of any of these features, you can use the [Feedback Hub app](https://support.microsoft.com/help/4021566/windows-10-send-feedback-to-microsoft-with-feedback-hub-app).
|Feature |Instead you can use...|
|-----------|---------------------|
|[Software Restriction Policies](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows-server/identity/software-restriction-policies/software-restriction-policies) in Group Policy|Instead of using the Software Restriction Policies through Group Policy, you can use [AppLocker](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/security/threat-protection/applocker/applocker-overview) or [Windows Defender Application Control](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/security/threat-protection/windows-defender-application-control) to control which apps users can access and what code can run in the kernel.|
|[Offline symbol packages](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/drivers/debugger/debugger-download-symbols) (Debug symbol MSIs)|We're no longer making the symbol packages available as a downloadable MSI. Instead, the [Microsoft Symbol Server is moving to be an Azure-based symbol store](https://blogs.msdn.microsoft.com/windbg/2017/10/18/update-on-microsofts-symbol-server/). If you need the Windows symbols, connect to the Microsoft Symbol Server to cache your symbols locally or use a manifest file with SymChk.exe on a computer with internet access.|
|Windows Help Viewer (WinHlp32.exe)|All Windows help information is [available online](https://support.microsoft.com/products/windows?os=windows-10). The Windows Help Viewer is no longer supported in Windows 10. If for any reason you see an error message about "help not supported," possibly when using a non-Microsoft application, read [this support article](https://support.microsoft.com/help/917607/error-opening-help-in-windows-based-programs-feature-not-included-or-h) for additional information and any next steps.|
|Contacts feature in File Explorer|We're no longer developing the Contacts feature or the corresponding [Windows Contacts API](https://msdn.microsoft.com/library/ff800913.aspx). Instead, you can use the People app in Windows 10 to maintain your contacts.|
|Phone Companion|Use the **Phone** page in the Settings app. In Windows 10, version 1709, we added the new **Phone** page to help you sync your mobile phone with your PC. It includes all the Phone Companion features.|
|IPv4/6 Transition Technologies (6to4, ISATAP, and Direct Tunnels)|6to4 has been disabled by default since Windows 10, version 1607 (the Anniversary Update), ISATAP has been disabled by default since Windows 10, version 1703 (the Creators Update), and Direct Tunnels has always been disabled by default. Please use native IPv6 support instead.|
|[Layered Service Providers](https://msdn.microsoft.com/library/windows/desktop/bb513664)|Layered Service Providers have been deprecated since Windows 8 and Windows Server 2012. Use the [Windows Filtering Platform](https://msdn.microsoft.com/library/windows/desktop/aa366510) instead. When you upgrade from an older version of Windows, any layered service providers you're using aren't migrated; you'll need to re-install them after upgrading.|
|Business Scanning, also called Distributed Scan Management (DSM) **(Added 05/03/2018)**|The [Scan Management functionality](https://docs.microsoft.com/previous-versions/windows/it-pro/windows-server-2008-R2-and-2008/dd759124(v=ws.11)) was introduced in Windows 7 and enabled secure scanning and the management of scanners in an enterprise. We're no longer investing in this feature, and there are no devices available that support it.|

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title: Windows 10, version 1809 - Features that have been removed
description: Learn about features that will be removed or deprecated in Windows 10, version 1809, or a future release
ms.prod: w10
ms.mktglfcycl: plan
ms.localizationpriority: medium
ms.sitesec: library
audience: itpro
author: greg-lindsay
ms.author: greglin
ms.date: 11/16/2018
ms.reviewer:
manager: laurawi
ms.topic: article
---
# Features removed or planned for replacement starting with Windows 10, version 1809
> Applies to: Windows 10, version 1809
Each release of Windows 10 adds new features and functionality; we also occasionally remove features and functionality, usually because we've added a better option. Here are the details about the features and functionalities that we removed in Windows 10, version 1809.
> [!TIP]
> You can get early access to Windows 10 builds by joining the [Windows Insider program](https://insider.windows.com) - this is a great way to test feature changes.
> Have questions about other releases? Check out the information for [Features removed or planned for replacement starting with Windows 10, version 1809](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/planning/windows-10-1809-removed-features), [Features removed or planned for replacement starting with Windows Server, version 1709](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows-server/get-started/removed-features-1709), and [Features that are removed or deprecated in Windows 10, version 1703](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/deployment/planning/windows-10-1703-removed-features).
**The list is subject to change and might not include every affected feature or functionality.**
## Features we removed in this release
We're removing the following features and functionalities from the installed product image in Windows 10, version 1809. Applications or code that depend on these features won't function in this release unless you use an alternate method.
|Feature |Instead you can use...|
|-----------|--------------------
|Business Scanning, also called Distributed Scan Management (DSM)|We're removing this secure scanning and scanner management capability - there are no devices that support this feature.|
|[FontSmoothing setting](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/customize/desktop/unattend/microsoft-windows-shell-setup-visualeffects-fontsmoothing) in unattend.xml|The FontSmoothing setting let you specify the font antialiasing strategy to use across the system. We've changed Windows 10 to use [ClearType](https://docs.microsoft.com/typography/cleartype/) by default, so we're removing this setting as it is no longer necessary. If you include this setting in the unattend.xml file, it'll be ignored.|
|Hologram app|We've replaced the Hologram app with the [Mixed Reality Viewer](https://support.microsoft.com/help/4041156/windows-10-mixed-reality-help). If you would like to create 3D word art, you can still do that in Paint 3D and view your art in VR or Hololens with the Mixed Reality Viewer.|
|limpet.exe|We're releasing the limpet.exe tool, used to access TPM for Azure connectivity, as open source.|
|Phone Companion|When you update to Windows 10, version 1809, the Phone Companion app will be removed from your PC. Use the **Phone** page in the Settings app to sync your mobile phone with your PC. It includes all the Phone Companion features.|
|Future updates through [Windows Embedded Developer Update](https://docs.microsoft.com/previous-versions/windows/embedded/ff770079\(v=winembedded.60\)) for Windows Embedded Standard 7-SP1 (WES7-SP1) and Windows Embedded Standard 8 (WES8)|We’re no longer publishing new updates to the WEDU server. Instead, you may secure any new updates from the [Microsoft Update Catalog](http://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/Home.aspx). [Learn how](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-Embedded/Change-to-the-Windows-Embedded-Developer-Update/ba-p/285704) to get updates from the catalog.|
## Features we’re no longer developing
We're no longer actively developing these features and may remove them from a future update. Some features have been replaced with other features or functionality, while others are now available from different sources.
If you have feedback about the proposed replacement of any of these features, you can use the [Feedback Hub app](https://support.microsoft.com/help/4021566/windows-10-send-feedback-to-microsoft-with-feedback-hub-app).
|Feature |Instead you can use...|
|-----------|---------------------|
|Companion device dynamic lock APIS|The companion device framework (CDF) APIs enable wearables and other devices to unlock a PC. In Windows 10, version 1709, we introduced [Dynamic Lock](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/security/identity-protection/hello-for-business/hello-features#dynamic-lock), including an inbox method using Bluetooth to detect whether a user is present and lock or unlock the PC. Because of this, and because third party partners didn't adopt the CDF method, we're no longer developing CDF Dynamic Lock APIs.|
|OneSync service|The OneSync service synchronizes data for the Mail, Calendar, and People apps. We've added a sync engine to the Outlook app that provides the same synchronization.|
|Snipping Tool|The Snipping Tool is an application included in Windows 10 that is used to capture screenshots, either the full screen or a smaller, custom "snip" of the screen. In Windows 10, version 1809, we're [introducing a new universal app, Snip & Sketch](https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2018/05/03/announcing-windows-10-insider-preview-build-17661/#8xbvP8vMO0lF20AM.97), that provides the same screen snipping abilities, as well as additional features. You can launch Snip & Sketch directly and start a snip from there, or just press WIN + Shift + S. Snip & Sketch can also be launched from the “Screen snip” button in the Action Center. We're no longer developing the Snipping Tool as a separate app but are instead consolidating its functionality into Snip & Sketch.|

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title: Windows 10, version 1903 - Features that have been removed
description: Learn about features that will be removed or deprecated in Windows 10, version 1903, or a future release
ms.prod: w10
ms.mktglfcycl: plan
ms.localizationpriority: medium
ms.sitesec: library
audience: itpro
author: greg-lindsay
manager: laurawi
ms.author: greglin
ms.topic: article
---
# Features removed or planned for replacement starting with Windows 10, version 1903
> Applies to: Windows 10, version 1903
Each version of Windows 10 adds new features and functionality; occasionally we also remove features and functionality, often because we've added a better option. Below are the details about the features and functionalities that we removed in Windows 10, version 1903. **The list below is subject to change and might not include every affected feature or functionality.**
> [!NOTE]
> Join the [Windows Insider program](https://insider.windows.com) to get early access to new Windows 10 builds and test these changes yourself.
## Features we removed or will remove soon
The following features and functionalities are removed from the installed product image for Windows 10, version 1903, or are planned for removal in an upcoming release. Applications or code that depend on these features won't function in this release unless you use another method.
| Feature | Details |
|---------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| XDDM-based remote display driver | Starting with this release the Remote Desktop Services uses a Windows Display Driver Model (WDDM) based Indirect Display Driver (IDD) for a single session remote desktop. The support for Windows 2000 Display Driver Model (XDDM) based remote display drivers will be removed in a future release. Independent Software Vendors that use XDDM-based remote display driver should plan a migration to the WDDM driver model. For more information on implementing remote indirect display driver ISVs can reach out to [rdsdev@microsoft.com](mailto:rdsdev@microsoft.com). |
| Desktop messaging app doesn't offer messages sync | The messaging app on Desktop has a sync feature that can be used to sync SMS text messages received from Windows Mobile and keep a copy of them on the Desktop. The sync feature has been removed from all devices. Due to this change, you will only be able to access messages from the device that received the message. |
## Features we’re no longer developing
We're no longer actively developing these features and may remove them from a future update. Some features have been replaced with other features or functionality, while others are now available from different sources.
If you have feedback about the proposed replacement of any of these features, you can use the [Feedback Hub app](https://support.microsoft.com/help/4021566/windows-10-send-feedback-to-microsoft-with-feedback-hub-app).
|Feature |Details|
|-----------|---------------------|
| Taskbar settings roaming| Roaming of taskbar settings is no longer being developed and we plan to disable this capability in a future release|
|Wi-Fi WEP and TKIP|In this release a warning message will appear when connecting to Wi-Fi networks secured with WEP or TKIP, which are not as secure as those using WPA2 or WPA3. In a future release, any connection to a Wi-Fi network using these old ciphers will be disallowed. Wi-Fi routers should be updated to use AES ciphers, available with WPA2 or WPA3. |
|Windows To Go|Windows To Go is no longer being developed. <br><br>The feature does not support feature updates and therefore does not enable you to stay current. It also requires a specific type of USB that is no longer supported by many OEMs.|
|Print 3D app|Going forward, 3D Builder is the recommended 3D printing app. To 3D print objects on new Windows devices, customers must first install 3D Builder from the Store.|

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title: Windows 10 features we’re no longer developing
description: Review the list of features that are no longer being developed in Windows 10
ms.prod: w10
ms.mktglfcycl: plan
ms.localizationpriority: medium
ms.sitesec: library
audience: itpro
author: greg-lindsay
ms.author: greglin
manager: laurawi
ms.topic: article
---
# Windows 10 features we’re no longer developing
> Applies to: Windows 10
Each version of Windows 10 adds new features and functionality; occasionally we also remove features and functionality, often because we've added a better option. Below are the details about the features and functionalities that are no longer being developed in Windows 10. For information about features that have been removed, see [Features we removed](windows-10-removed-features.md).
The features described below are no longer being actively developed, and might be removed in a future update. Some features have been replaced with other features or functionality and some are now available from other sources.
**The following list is subject to change and might not include every affected feature or functionality.**
>If you have feedback about the proposed replacement of any of these features, you can use the [Feedback Hub app](https://support.microsoft.com/help/4021566/windows-10-send-feedback-to-microsoft-with-feedback-hub-app).
|Feature | Details and mitigation | Announced in version |
| ----------- | --------------------- | ---- |
| Hyper-V vSwitch on LBFO | In a future release, the Hyper-V vSwitch will no longer have the capability to be bound to an LBFO team. Instead, it can be bound via [Switch Embedded Teaming](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows-server/virtualization/hyper-v-virtual-switch/rdma-and-switch-embedded-teaming#bkmk_sswitchembedded) (SET).| 1909 |
| Language Community tab in Feedback Hub | The Language Community tab will be removed from the Feedback Hub. The standard feedback process: [Feedback Hub - Feedback](feedback-hub://?newFeedback=true&feedbackType=2) is the recommended way to provide translation feedback. | 1909 |
| My People / People in the Shell | My People is no longer being developed. It may be removed in a future update. | 1909 |
| TFS1/TFS2 IME | TSF1 and TSF2 IME will be replaced by TSF3 IME in a future release. [Text Services Framework](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/win32/tsf/what-is-text-services-framework) (TFS) enables language technologies. TSF IME are Windows components that you can add to enable typing text for Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean languages. ​| 1909 |
| Package State Roaming (PSR) | PSR will be removed in a future update. PSR allows non-Microsoft developers to access roaming data on devices, enabling developers of UWP applications to write data to Windows and synchronize it to other instantiations of Windows for that user. <br>&nbsp;<br>The recommended replacement for PSR is [Azure App Service](https://docs.microsoft.com/azure/app-service/). Azure App Service is widely supported, well documented, reliable, and supports cross-platform/cross-ecosystem scenarios such as iOS, Android and web. | 1909 |
| Taskbar settings roaming | Roaming of taskbar settings is no longer being developed and we plan to remove this capability in a future release. | 1903 |
| Wi-Fi WEP and TKIP | Since the 1903 release, a warning message has appeared when connecting to Wi-Fi networks secured with WEP or TKIP (which are not as secure as those using WPA2 or WPA3). In a future release, any connection to a Wi-Fi network using these old ciphers will be disallowed. Wi-Fi routers should be updated to use AES ciphers, available with WPA2 or WPA3. | 1903 |
| Windows To Go | Windows To Go is no longer being developed. <br><br>The feature does not support feature updates and therefore does not enable you to stay current. It also requires a specific type of USB that is no longer supported by many OEMs.| 1903 |
| Print 3D app | Going forward, 3D Builder is the recommended 3D printing app. To 3D print objects on new Windows devices, customers must first install 3D Builder from the Store.| 1903 |
|Companion device dynamic lock APIS|The companion device framework (CDF) APIs enable wearables and other devices to unlock a PC. In Windows 10, version 1709, we introduced [Dynamic Lock](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/security/identity-protection/hello-for-business/hello-features#dynamic-lock), including an inbox method using Bluetooth to detect whether a user is present and lock or unlock the PC. Because of this, and because third party partners didn't adopt the CDF method, we're no longer developing CDF Dynamic Lock APIs.| 1809 |
|OneSync service|The OneSync service synchronizes data for the Mail, Calendar, and People apps. We've added a sync engine to the Outlook app that provides the same synchronization.| 1809 |
|Snipping Tool|The Snipping Tool is an application included in Windows 10 that is used to capture screenshots, either the full screen or a smaller, custom "snip" of the screen. In Windows 10, version 1809, we're [introducing a new universal app, Snip & Sketch](https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2018/05/03/announcing-windows-10-insider-preview-build-17661/#8xbvP8vMO0lF20AM.97), that provides the same screen snipping abilities, as well as additional features. You can launch Snip & Sketch directly and start a snip from there, or just press WIN + Shift + S. Snip & Sketch can also be launched from the “Screen snip” button in the Action Center. We're no longer developing the Snipping Tool as a separate app but are instead consolidating its functionality into Snip & Sketch.| 1809 |
|[Software Restriction Policies](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows-server/identity/software-restriction-policies/software-restriction-policies) in Group Policy|Instead of using the Software Restriction Policies through Group Policy, you can use [AppLocker](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/security/threat-protection/applocker/applocker-overview) or [Windows Defender Application Control](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/security/threat-protection/windows-defender-application-control) to control which apps users can access and what code can run in the kernel.| 1803 |
|[Offline symbol packages](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/drivers/debugger/debugger-download-symbols) (Debug symbol MSIs)|We're no longer making the symbol packages available as a downloadable MSI. Instead, the [Microsoft Symbol Server is moving to be an Azure-based symbol store](https://blogs.msdn.microsoft.com/windbg/2017/10/18/update-on-microsofts-symbol-server/). If you need the Windows symbols, connect to the Microsoft Symbol Server to cache your symbols locally or use a manifest file with SymChk.exe on a computer with internet access.| 1803 |
|Windows Help Viewer (WinHlp32.exe)|All Windows help information is [available online](https://support.microsoft.com/products/windows?os=windows-10). The Windows Help Viewer is no longer supported in Windows 10. If for any reason you see an error message about "help not supported," possibly when using a non-Microsoft application, read [this support article](https://support.microsoft.com/help/917607/error-opening-help-in-windows-based-programs-feature-not-included-or-h) for additional information and any next steps.| 1803 |
|Contacts feature in File Explorer|We're no longer developing the Contacts feature or the corresponding [Windows Contacts API](https://msdn.microsoft.com/library/ff800913.aspx). Instead, you can use the People app in Windows 10 to maintain your contacts.| 1803 |
|Phone Companion|Use the **Phone** page in the Settings app. In Windows 10, version 1709, we added the new **Phone** page to help you sync your mobile phone with your PC. It includes all the Phone Companion features.| 1803 |
|IPv4/6 Transition Technologies (6to4, ISATAP, and Direct Tunnels)|6to4 has been disabled by default since Windows 10, version 1607 (the Anniversary Update), ISATAP has been disabled by default since Windows 10, version 1703 (the Creators Update), and Direct Tunnels has always been disabled by default. Please use native IPv6 support instead.| 1803 |
|[Layered Service Providers](https://msdn.microsoft.com/library/windows/desktop/bb513664)|Layered Service Providers has not been developed since Windows 8 and Windows Server 2012. Use the [Windows Filtering Platform](https://msdn.microsoft.com/library/windows/desktop/aa366510) instead. When you upgrade from an older version of Windows, any layered service providers you're using aren't migrated; you'll need to re-install them after upgrading.| 1803 |
|Business Scanning| This feature is also called Distributed Scan Management (DSM) **(Added 05/03/2018)**<br>&nbsp;<br>The [Scan Management functionality](https://docs.microsoft.com/previous-versions/windows/it-pro/windows-server-2008-R2-and-2008/dd759124(v=ws.11)) was introduced in Windows 7 and enabled secure scanning and the management of scanners in an enterprise. We're no longer investing in this feature, and there are no devices available that support it.| 1803 |
|IIS 6 Management Compatibility* | We recommend that users use alternative scripting tools and a newer management console. | 1709 |
|IIS Digest Authentication | We recommend that users use alternative authentication methods.| 1709 |
|Resilient File System (ReFS) (added: August 17, 2017)| Creation ability will be available in the following editions only: Windows 10 Enterprise and Windows 10 Pro for Workstations. Creation ability will be removed from all other editions. All other editions will have Read and Write ability. | 1709 |
|RSA/AES Encryption for IIS | We recommend that users use CNG encryption provider. | 1709 |
|Screen saver functionality in Themes | Disabled in Themes. Screen saver functionality in Group Policies, Control Panel, and Sysprep continues to be functional. Lock screen features and policies are preferred. | 1709 |
|Sync your settings (updated: August 17, 2017) | Back-end changes: In future releases, the back-end storage for the current sync process will change. A single cloud storage system will be used for Enterprise State Roaming and all other users. The **Sync your settings** options and the Enterprise State Roaming feature will continue to work. | 1709 |
|System Image Backup (SIB) Solution | We recommend that users use full-disk backup solutions from other vendors. | 1709 |
|TLS RC4 Ciphers |To be disabled by default. For more information, see the following Windows IT Center topic: [TLS (Schannel SSP) changes in Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016](/windows-server/security/tls/tls-schannel-ssp-changes-in-windows-10-and-windows-server)| 1709 |
|Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Owner Password Management |This functionality within TPM.msc will be migrated to a new user interface.| 1709 |
|Trusted Platform Module (TPM): TPM.msc and TPM Remote Management | To be replaced by a new user interface in a future release. | 1709 |
|Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Remote Management |This functionality within TPM.msc will be migrated to a new user interface. | 1709 |
|Windows Hello for Business deployment that uses System Center Configuration Manager |Windows Server 2016 Active Directory Federation Services – Registration Authority (ADFS RA) deployment is simpler and provides a better user experience and a more deterministic certificate enrollment experience. | 1709 |
|Windows PowerShell 2.0 | Applications and components should be migrated to PowerShell 5.0+. | 1709 |
|Apndatabase.xml | Apndatabase.xml is being replaced by the COSA database. Therefore, some constructs will no longer function. This includes Hardware ID, incoming SMS messaging rules in mobile apps, a list of privileged apps in mobile apps, autoconnect order, APN parser, and CDMAProvider ID. | 1703 |
|Tile Data Layer | The [Tile Data Layer](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/configuration/start-layout-troubleshoot#symptom-start-menu-issues-with-tile-data-layer-corruption) database stopped development in Windows 10, version 1703. | 1703 |
|TLS DHE_DSS ciphers DisabledByDefault| [TLS RC4 Ciphers](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows-server/security/tls/tls-schannel-ssp-changes-in-windows-10-and-windows-server) will be disabled by default in this release. | 1703 |
|TCPChimney | TCP Chimney Offload is no longer being developed. See [Performance Tuning Network Adapters](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows-server/networking/technologies/network-subsystem/net-sub-performance-tuning-nics). | 1703 |
|IPsec Task Offload| [IPsec Task Offload](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/drivers/network/task-offload) versions 1 and 2 are no longer being developed and should not be used. | 1703 |

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title: Windows 10 - Features that have been removed
description: Learn about features and functionality that has been removed or replaced in Windows 10
ms.prod: w10
ms.mktglfcycl: plan
ms.localizationpriority: medium
ms.sitesec: library
audience: itpro
author: greg-lindsay
ms.author: greglin
manager: laurawi
ms.topic: article
---
# Features and functionality removed in Windows 10
> Applies to: Windows 10
Each version of Windows 10 adds new features and functionality; occasionally we also remove features and functionality, often because we've added a better option. Below are the details about the features and functionalities that we removed in Windows 10. **The list below is subject to change and might not include every affected feature or functionality.**
For information about features that might be removed in a future release, see [Windows 10 features we’re no longer developing](windows-10-deprecated-features.md)
> [!NOTE]
> Join the [Windows Insider program](https://insider.windows.com) to get early access to new Windows 10 builds and test these changes yourself.
The following features and functionalities have been removed from the installed product image for Windows 10. Applications or code that depend on these features won't function in the release when it was removed, or in later releases.
|Feature | Details and mitigation | Removed in version |
| ----------- | --------------------- | ------ |
| PNRP APIs| ​The Peer Name Resolution Protocol (PNRP) cloud service was removed in Windows 10, version 1809. We are planning to complete the removal process by removing the corresponding APIs. | 1909 |
| Taskbar settings roaming | Roaming of taskbar settings is removed in this release. This feature was announced as no longer being developed in Windows 10, version 1903. | 1909 |
| XDDM-based remote display driver | Starting with this release the Remote Desktop Services uses a Windows Display Driver Model (WDDM) based Indirect Display Driver (IDD) for a single session remote desktop. The support for Windows 2000 Display Driver Model (XDDM) based remote display drivers will be removed in a future release. Independent Software Vendors that use XDDM-based remote display driver should plan a migration to the WDDM driver model. For more information on implementing remote indirect display driver ISVs can reach out to [rdsdev@microsoft.com](mailto:rdsdev@microsoft.com). | 1903 |
| Desktop messaging app doesn't offer messages sync | The messaging app on Desktop has a sync feature that can be used to sync SMS text messages received from Windows Mobile and keep a copy of them on the Desktop. The sync feature has been removed from all devices. Due to this change, you will only be able to access messages from the device that received the message. | 1903 |
|Business Scanning, also called Distributed Scan Management (DSM)|We're removing this secure scanning and scanner management capability - there are no devices that support this feature.| 1809 |
|[FontSmoothing setting](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/customize/desktop/unattend/microsoft-windows-shell-setup-visualeffects-fontsmoothing) in unattend.xml|The FontSmoothing setting let you specify the font antialiasing strategy to use across the system. We've changed Windows 10 to use [ClearType](https://docs.microsoft.com/typography/cleartype/) by default, so we're removing this setting as it is no longer necessary. If you include this setting in the unattend.xml file, it'll be ignored.| 1809 |
|Hologram app|We've replaced the Hologram app with the [Mixed Reality Viewer](https://support.microsoft.com/help/4041156/windows-10-mixed-reality-help). If you would like to create 3D word art, you can still do that in Paint 3D and view your art in VR or Hololens with the Mixed Reality Viewer.| 1809 |
|limpet.exe|We're releasing the limpet.exe tool, used to access TPM for Azure connectivity, as open source.| 1809 |
|Phone Companion|When you update to Windows 10, version 1809, the Phone Companion app will be removed from your PC. Use the **Phone** page in the Settings app to sync your mobile phone with your PC. It includes all the Phone Companion features.| 1809 |
|Future updates through [Windows Embedded Developer Update](https://docs.microsoft.com/previous-versions/windows/embedded/ff770079\(v=winembedded.60\)) for Windows Embedded Standard 7-SP1 (WES7-SP1) and Windows Embedded Standard 8 (WES8)|We’re no longer publishing new updates to the WEDU server. Instead, you may secure any new updates from the [Microsoft Update Catalog](https://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/Home.aspx). [Learn how](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-Embedded/Change-to-the-Windows-Embedded-Developer-Update/ba-p/285704) to get updates from the catalog.| 1809 |
|Groove Music Pass|[We ended the Groove streaming music service and music track sales through the Microsoft Store in 2017](https://support.microsoft.com/help/4046109/groove-music-and-spotify-faq). The Groove app is being updated to reflect this change. You can still use Groove Music to play the music on your PC or to stream music from OneDrive. You can use Spotify or other music services to stream music on Windows 10, or to buy music to own.| 1803 |
|People - Suggestions will no longer include unsaved contacts for non-Microsoft accounts|Manually save the contact details for people you send mail to or get mail from.| 1803 |
|Language control in the Control Panel| Use the Settings app to change your language settings.| 1803 |
|HomeGroup|We are removing [HomeGroup](https://support.microsoft.com/help/17145) but not your ability to share printers, files, and folders.<br><br>When you update to Windows 10, version 1803, you won't see HomeGroup in File Explorer, the Control Panel, or Troubleshoot (**Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot**). Any printers, files, and folders that you shared using HomeGroup **will continue to be shared**.<br><br>Instead of using HomeGroup, you can now share printers, files and folders by using features that are built into Windows 10: <br>- [Share your network printer](https://www.bing.com/search?q=share+printer+windows+10) <br>- [Share files in File Explorer](https://support.microsoft.com/help/4027674/windows-10-share-files-in-file-explorer) | 1803 |
|**Connect to suggested open hotspots** option in Wi-Fi settings |We previously [disabled the **Connect to suggested open hotspots** option](https://privacy.microsoft.com/windows-10-open-wi-fi-hotspots) and are now removing it from the Wi-Fi settings page. You can manually connect to free wireless hotspots with **Network & Internet** settings, from the taskbar or Control Panel, or by using Wi-Fi Settings (for mobile devices).| 1803 |
|XPS Viewer|We're changing the way you get XPS Viewer. In Windows 10, version 1709 and earlier versions, the app is included in the installation image. If you have XPS Viewer and you update to Windows 10, version 1803, there's no action required. You'll still have XPS Viewer. <br><br>However, if you install Windows 10, version 1803, on a new device (or as a clean installation), you may need to [install XPS Viewer from **Apps and Features** in the Settings app](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/application-management/add-apps-and-features) or through [Features on Demand](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows-hardware/manufacture/desktop/features-on-demand-v2--capabilities). If you had XPS Viewer in Windows 10, version 1709, but manually removed it before updating, you'll need to manually reinstall it.| 1803 |
|3D Builder app | No longer installed by default. Consider using Print 3D and Paint 3D in its place. However, 3D Builder is still available for download from the Windows Store.| 1709 |
|Apndatabase.xml | For more information about the replacement database, see the following Hardware Dev Center articles: <br> [MO Process to update COSA](/windows-hardware/drivers/mobilebroadband/planning-your-apn-database-submission) <br> [COSA FAQ](/windows-hardware/drivers/mobilebroadband/cosa---faq) | 1709 |
|Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit (EMET) |Use of this feature will be blocked. Consider using [Exploit Protection](https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2017/06/28/) as a replacement. | 1709 |
|Outlook Express | This legacy application will be removed due to lack of functionality. | 1709 |
|Reader app | Functionality to be integrated into Microsoft Edge. | 1709 |
|Reading List | Functionality to be integrated into Microsoft Edge. | 1709 |
|Screen saver functionality in Themes | This functionality is disabled in Themes, and classified as **Removed** in this table. Screen saver functionality in Group Policies, Control Panel, and Sysprep continues to be functional. Lock screen features and policies are preferred. | 1709 |
|Syskey.exe | Removing this nonsecure security feature. We recommend that users use BitLocker instead. For more information, see [4025993 Syskey.exe utility is no longer supported in Windows 10 RS3 and Windows Server 2016 RS3](https://support.microsoft.com/help/4025993/syskey-exe-utility-is-no-longer-supported-in-windows-10-rs3-and-window). | 1709 |
|TCP Offload Engine | Removing this legacy code. This functionality was previously transitioned to the Stack TCP Engine. For more information, see [Why Are We Deprecating Network Performance Features?](https://blogs.technet.microsoft.com/askpfeplat/2017/06/13/why-are-we-deprecating-network-performance-features-kb4014193).| 1709 |
|Tile Data Layer |To be replaced by the Tile Store.| 1709 |
|Apps Corner| This Windows 10 mobile application is removed in the version 1703 release. | 1703 |
|By default, Flash autorun in Edge is turned off. | Use the Click-to-Run (C2R) option instead. (This setting can be changed by the user.) | 1703 |
|Interactive Service Detection Service| See [Interactive Services](https://docs.microsoft.com/windows/win32/services/interactive-services?redirectedfrom=MSDN) for guidance on how to keep software up to date. | 1703 |
|Microsoft Paint | This application will not be available for languages that are not on the [full localization list](https://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-10-specifications#Windows-10-localization). | 1703 |
|NPN support in TLS | This feature is superseded by Application-Layer Protocol Negotiation (ALPN). | 1703 |
|Windows Information Protection "AllowUserDecryption" policy | Starting in Windows 10, version 1703, AllowUserDecryption is no longer supported. | 1703 |
|WSUS for Windows Mobile | Updates are being transitioned to the new Unified Update Platform (UUP) | 1703 |