diff --git a/education/windows/TOC.md b/education/windows/TOC.md index fa7c285458..b2399b5fb2 100644 --- a/education/windows/TOC.md +++ b/education/windows/TOC.md @@ -1,5 +1,6 @@ # [Windows 10 for education](index.md) ## [Change history for Windows 10 for Education](change-history-edu.md) +## [Windows 10 editions for education customers](windows-editions-for-education-customers.md) ## [Use the Set up School PCs app (Preview)](use-set-up-school-pcs-app.md) ## [Technical reference for the Set up School PCs app (Preview)](set-up-school-pcs-technical.md) ## [Get Minecraft Education Edition](get-minecraft-for-education.md) diff --git a/education/windows/change-history-edu.md b/education/windows/change-history-edu.md index bde12a2f2b..cd7ed4a9bd 100644 --- a/education/windows/change-history-edu.md +++ b/education/windows/change-history-edu.md @@ -12,6 +12,12 @@ author: jdeckerMS This topic lists new and updated topics in the [Windows 10 for Education](index.md) documentation. +## July 2016 + +| New or changed topic | Description| +| --- | --- | +| [Windows 10 editions for education customers](windows-editions-for-education-customers.md) | New | + ## June 2016 | New or changed topic | Description | diff --git a/education/windows/index.md b/education/windows/index.md index 7d914b1ed4..d564c4fcb2 100644 --- a/education/windows/index.md +++ b/education/windows/index.md @@ -17,6 +17,7 @@ author: jdeckerMS |Topic |Description | |------|------------| +| [Windows 10 editions for education customers](windows-editions-for-education-customers.md) | Windows 10, version 1607 introduces two editions designed for the unique needs of K-12 institutions: Windows 10 Pro Education and Windows 10 Education. | | [Use the Set up School PCs app (Preview)](use-set-up-school-pcs-app.md) | Learn how the Set up School PCs app works and how to use it. | | [Technical reference for the Set up School PCs app (Preview)](set-up-school-pcs-technical.md) | See the changes that the Set up School PCs app makes to a PC. | | [Get Minecraft Education Edition](get-minecraft-for-education.md) | Learn how to get early access to **Minecraft Education Edition**. | diff --git a/education/windows/windows-editions-for-education-customers.md b/education/windows/windows-editions-for-education-customers.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..5b0d194629 --- /dev/null +++ b/education/windows/windows-editions-for-education-customers.md @@ -0,0 +1,54 @@ +--- +title: Windows 10 editions for education customers +description: Provides an overview of the two editions in Windows 10, version 1607 that's designed for the needs of K-12 institutions. +keywords: Windows 10 Pro Education, Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 editions, education customers +ms.prod: w10 +ms.mktglfcycl: plan +ms.sitesec: library +ms.pagetype: edu +author: CelesteDG +--- + +# Windows 10 editions for education customers +**Applies to:** + +- Windows 10 + +Windows 10 Anniversary Update (Windows 10, version 1607) continues our commitment to productivity, security, and privacy for all customers. Windows 10 Pro and Windows 10 Enterprise offer the functionality and safety features demanded by business and education customers around the globe. Windows 10 is the most secure Windows we’ve ever built. All of our Windows commercial editions can be configured to support the needs of schools, through group policies, domain join, and more. To learn more about Microsoft’s commitment to security and privacy in Windows 10, see more on both [security](http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=822619) and [privacy](http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=822620). + +Windows 10, version 1607 offers a variety of new features and functionality, such as simplified provisioning with the [Set up School PCs app](http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=821951) or [Windows Imaging and Configuration Designer (ICD)](http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=822623), easier delivery of digital assessments with [Take a Test](http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=821956), and faster log in performance for shared devices than ever before. These features work with all Windows for desktop editions, excluding Windows 10 Home. You can find more information about Windows 10, version 1607 on [windows.com](http://www.windows.com/). + +Windows 10, version 1607 introduces two editions designed for the unique needs of K-12 institutions: [Windows 10 Pro Education](#windows-10-pro-education) and [Windows 10 Education](#windows-10-education). These editions provide education-specific default settings for the evolving landscape in K-12 education IT environments. + +## Windows 10 Pro Education + +Windows 10 Pro Education builds on the commercial version of Windows 10 Pro and provides important management controls needed in schools. Windows 10 Pro Education is effectively a variant of Windows 10 Pro that provides education-specific default settings, including the removal of Cortana1. These default settings disable tips, tricks and suggestions & Windows Store suggestions. More detailed information on these default settings is available in [Manage Windows 10 and Windows Store tips, tricks and suggestions](http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=822627). + +Windows 10 Pro Education is available on new devices pre-installed with Windows 10, version 1607 that are purchased with discounted K-12 academic licenses through OEM partners (these discounted licenses are sometimes referred to as National Academic or Shape the Future). + +Existing devices running Windows 10 Pro, currently activated with the original OEM digital product key and purchased with discounted K-12 academic licenses through OEM partners (these discounted licenses are sometimes referred to as National Academic or Shape the Future), will upgrade automatically to Windows 10 Pro Education as part of the Windows 10, version 1607 installation. + +Customers with Academic Volume Licensing agreements with rights for Windows can get Windows 10 Pro Education through the [Volume Licensing Service Center](https://www.microsoft.com/Licensing/servicecenter/default.aspx), available at a later date. + +Customers that deploy Windows 10 Pro are able to configure the product to have similar feature settings to Windows 10 Pro Education using policies. More detailed information on these policies and the configuration steps required is available in [MManage Windows 10 and Windows Store tips, tricks and suggestions](http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=822627). We recommend that K-12 customers using commercial Windows 10 Pro read the [document](http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=822627) and apply desired settings for your environment. + +## Windows 10 Education + +Windows 10 Education builds on Windows 10 Enterprise and provides the enterprise-grade manageability and security desired by many schools. Windows 10 Education is effectively a variant of Windows 10 Enterprise that provides education-specific default settings, including the removal of Cortana1. These default settings disable tips, tricks and suggestions & Windows Store suggestions. More detailed information on these default settings is available in [Manage Windows 10 and Windows Store tips, tricks and suggestions](http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=822627). + +Windows 10 Education is available through Microsoft Volume Licensing. Customers who are already running Windows 10 Education can upgrade to Windows 10, version 1607 through Windows Update or from the [Volume Licensing Service Center](https://www.microsoft.com/Licensing/servicecenter/default.aspx). We recommend Windows 10 Education to all K-12 customers as it provides the most complete and secure edition for education environments. If you do not have access to Windows 10 Education, contact your Microsoft representative or see more information [here](http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=822628). + +Customers that deploy Windows 10 Enterprise are able to configure the product to have similar feature settings to Windows 10 Education using policies. More detailed information on these policies and the configuration steps required is available in [Manage Windows 10 and Windows Store tips, tricks and suggestions](http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=822627). We recommend that K-12 customers using commercial Windows 10 Enterprise read the [document](http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=822627) and apply desired settings for your environment. + +For any other questions, contact [Microsoft Customer Service and Support](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us). + +## Related topics +* [Windows deployment for education](http://aka.ms/edudeploy) +* [Windows 10 upgrade paths](http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=822787) +* [Volume Activation for Windows 10](http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=822788) +* [Plan for volume activation](http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=822789) + + + + +1 Cortana available in select markets; experience may vary by region and device. Cortana is disabled in the Windows 10 Pro Education and Windows 10 Education editions. diff --git a/windows/deploy/configure-a-pxe-server-to-load-windows-pe.md b/windows/deploy/configure-a-pxe-server-to-load-windows-pe.md index e5c6db8bda..61bc2e47c8 100644 --- a/windows/deploy/configure-a-pxe-server-to-load-windows-pe.md +++ b/windows/deploy/configure-a-pxe-server-to-load-windows-pe.md @@ -59,6 +59,8 @@ All four of the roles specified above can be hosted on the same computer or each ``` Dism /mount-image /imagefile:c:\winpe_amd64\media\sources\boot.wim /index:1 /mountdir:C:\winpe_amd64\mount ``` + Verify that "The operation completed successfully" is displayed. Note: To view currently mounted images, type **dism /get-MountedWiminfo**. + 5. Map a network share to the root TFTP directory on the PXE/TFTP server and create a \Boot folder. Consult your TFTP server documentation to determine the root TFTP server directory, then enable sharing for this directory, and verify it can be accessed on the network. In the following example, the PXE server name is PXE-1 and the TFTP root directory is shared using a network path of **\\\PXE-1\TFTPRoot**: ``` @@ -66,7 +68,7 @@ All four of the roles specified above can be hosted on the same computer or each y: md boot ``` -6. Copy the PXE boot files from the mounted directory to the \Boot folder. For example: +6. Copy the PXE boot files from the mounted directory to the \boot folder. For example: ``` copy c:\winpe_amd64\mount\windows\boot\pxe\*.* y:\boot @@ -76,11 +78,16 @@ All four of the roles specified above can be hosted on the same computer or each ``` copy C:\winpe_amd64\media\boot\boot.sdi y:\boot ``` -8. Copy the bootable Windows PE image (boot.wim) to the \Boot folder. +8. Copy the bootable Windows PE image (boot.wim) to the \boot folder. ``` copy C:\winpe_amd64\media\sources\boot.wim y:\boot ``` +9. (Optional) Copy true type fonts to the \boot folder + + ``` + copy C:\winpe_amd64\media\Boot\Fonts y:\boot\Fonts + ``` ## Step 2: Configure boot settings and copy the BCD file @@ -93,29 +100,37 @@ All four of the roles specified above can be hosted on the same computer or each ``` bcdedit /store c:\BCD /create {ramdiskoptions} /d "Ramdisk options" - bcdedit /store c:\BCD /set {ramdiskoptions} ramdisksdidevice partition=C: - bcdedit /store c:\BCD /set {ramdiskoptions} ramdisksdipath \winpe_amd64\media\boot\boot.sdi + bcdedit /store c:\BCD /set {ramdiskoptions} ramdisksdidevice boot + bcdedit /store c:\BCD /set {ramdiskoptions} ramdisksdipath \boot\boot.sdi + bcdedit /store c:\BCD /create /d "winpe boot image" /application osloader ``` + The last command will return a GUID, for example: + ``` + The entry {a4f89c62-2142-11e6-80b6-00155da04110} was successfully created. + ``` + Copy this GUID for use in the next set of commands. In each command shown, replace "GUID1" with your GUID. + 3. Create a new boot application entry for the Windows PE image: ``` - bcdedit /store c:\BCD /set {GUID1} device ramdisk=[c:]\winpe_amd64\media\sources\boot.wim,{ramdiskoptions} + bcdedit /store c:\BCD /set {GUID1} device ramdisk=[boot]\boot\boot.wim,{ramdiskoptions} bcdedit /store c:\BCD /set {GUID1} path \windows\system32\winload.exe - bcdedit /store c:\BCD /set {GUID1} osdevice ramdisk=[c:]\winpe_amd64\media\sources\boot.wim,{ramdiskoptions} + bcdedit /store c:\BCD /set {GUID1} osdevice ramdisk=[boot]\boot\boot.wim,{ramdiskoptions} bcdedit /store c:\BCD /set {GUID1} systemroot \windows bcdedit /store c:\BCD /set {GUID1} detecthal Yes bcdedit /store c:\BCD /set {GUID1} winpe Yes ``` -4. Configure BOOTMGR settings: +4. Configure BOOTMGR settings (remember to replace GUID1 in the third command with your GUID): ``` + bcdedit /store c:\BCD /create {bootmgr} /d "boot manager" bcdedit /store c:\BCD /set {bootmgr} timeout 30 bcdedit /store c:\BCD -displayorder {GUID1} -addlast ``` 5. Copy the BCD file to your TFTP server: ``` - copy c:\BCD \\PXE-1\TFTPRoot\Boot + copy c:\BCD \\PXE-1\TFTPRoot\boot\BCD ``` Your PXE/TFTP server is now configured. You can view the BCD settings that have been configured using the command bcdedit /store <BCD file location> /enum all. See the following example. Note: Your GUID will be different than the one shown below. @@ -151,10 +166,11 @@ ramdisksdipath \boot\boot.sdi The following summarizes the PXE client boot process. -1. A client is directed by DHCP options 066 and 067 to download boot\\wdsnbp.com from the TFTP server. -2. Wdsnbp.com validates the DHCP/PXE response packet and then the client downloads boot\\pxeboot.com. -3. Pxeboot.com requires the client to press the F12 key to initiate a PXE boot. -4. The client downloads boot\\bootmgr.exe and the boot\\BCD file from the TFTP server. Note: The BCD store must reside in the \\boot directory on the TFTP server and must be named BCD. +>The following assumes that you have configured DHCP option 67 (Bootfile Name) to "boot\PXEboot.n12" which enables direct boot to PXE with no user interaction. For more information about DHCP options for network boot, see [Managing Network Boot Programs](https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc732351.aspx). + +1. A client is directed by DHCP options 066 and 067 to download boot\\PXEboot.n12 from the TFTP server. +2. PXEboot.n12 immediately begins a network boot. +3. The client downloads boot\\bootmgr.exe and the boot\\BCD file from the TFTP server. Note: The BCD store must reside in the \\boot directory on the TFTP server and must be named BCD. 5. Bootmgr.exe reads the BCD operating system entries and downloads boot\\boot.sdi and the Windows PE image (boot\\boot.wim). Optional files that can also be downloaded include true type fonts (boot\\Fonts\\wgl4\_boot.ttf) and the hibernation state file (\\hiberfil.sys) if these files are present. 6. Bootmgr.exe starts Windows PE by calling winload.exe within the Windows PE image. 7. Windows PE loads, a command prompt opens and wpeinit.exe is run to initialize Windows PE. diff --git a/windows/manage/TOC.md b/windows/manage/TOC.md index 5c21315e5e..c7fae648b6 100644 --- a/windows/manage/TOC.md +++ b/windows/manage/TOC.md @@ -3,6 +3,7 @@ ## [Administrative Tools in Windows 10](administrative-tools-in-windows-10.md) ## [Cortana integration in your business or enterprise](manage-cortana-in-enterprise.md) ## [Manage corporate devices](manage-corporate-devices.md) +### [Manage Windows 10 and Windows Store tips, tricks, and suggestions](manage-tips-and-suggestions.md) ### [New policies for Windows 10](new-policies-for-windows-10.md) ### [Group Policies that apply only to Windows 10 Enterprise and Windows 10 Education](group-policies-for-enterprise-and-education-editions.md) ### [Changes to Group Policy settings for Windows 10 Start](changes-to-start-policies-in-windows-10.md) diff --git a/windows/manage/change-history-for-manage-and-update-windows-10.md b/windows/manage/change-history-for-manage-and-update-windows-10.md index fe90ebb58f..31bbd84321 100644 --- a/windows/manage/change-history-for-manage-and-update-windows-10.md +++ b/windows/manage/change-history-for-manage-and-update-windows-10.md @@ -16,6 +16,7 @@ This topic lists new and updated topics in the [Manage and update Windows 10](in | New or changed topic | Description | | ---|---| +| [Manage Windows 10 and Windows Store tips, tricks, and suggestions](manage-tips-and-suggestions.md) | New | | [Windows 10 servicing options](introduction-to-windows-10-servicing.md) | Added detailed content on servicing branches, moved from [Windows 10 servicing overview](../plan/windows-10-servicing-options.md). | ## June 2016 diff --git a/windows/manage/images/spotlight2.png b/windows/manage/images/spotlight2.png new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..27401c1a2b Binary files /dev/null and b/windows/manage/images/spotlight2.png differ diff --git a/windows/manage/images/twain.png b/windows/manage/images/twain.png new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..53cd5eadc7 Binary files /dev/null and b/windows/manage/images/twain.png differ diff --git a/windows/manage/manage-corporate-devices.md b/windows/manage/manage-corporate-devices.md index dbc5ed0c8a..1bd87ca5e2 100644 --- a/windows/manage/manage-corporate-devices.md +++ b/windows/manage/manage-corporate-devices.md @@ -95,7 +95,7 @@ For more information about the MDM protocols, see [Mobile device management](htt ## Learn more -[How to bulk-enroll devices with On-premises Mobile Device Management in System Center Configuration Manager](https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/mt627898.aspx) +[How to bulk-enroll devices with On-premises Mobile Device Management in System Center Configuration Manager](https://technet.microsoft.com/library/mt627898.aspx) [Azure AD, Microsoft Intune and Windows 10 - Using the cloud to modernize enterprise mobility](https://blogs.technet.microsoft.com/enterprisemobility/2015/06/12/azure-ad-microsoft-intune-and-windows-10-using-the-cloud-to-modernize-enterprise-mobility/) @@ -115,6 +115,7 @@ Microsoft Virtual Academy course: [System Center 2012 R2 Configuration Manager & ## Related topics +[Manage Windows 10 and Windows Store tips, tricks, and suggestions](manage-tips-and-suggestions.md) [New policies for Windows 10](new-policies-for-windows-10.md) diff --git a/windows/manage/manage-tips-and-suggestions.md b/windows/manage/manage-tips-and-suggestions.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..b8355c0778 --- /dev/null +++ b/windows/manage/manage-tips-and-suggestions.md @@ -0,0 +1,63 @@ +--- +title: Manage Windows 10 and Windows Store tips, tricks, and suggestions (Windows 10) +description: Windows 10 provides organizations with various options to manage auser experiences to provide a consistent and predictable experience for employees. +keywords: ["device management"] +ms.prod: w10 +ms.mktglfcycl: manage +ms.sitesec: library +ms.pagetype: devices +author: jdeckerMS +--- + +# Manage Windows 10 and Windows Store tips, tricks, and suggestions + + +**Applies to** + +- Windows 10 + +> [Some information relates to pre-released product which may be substantially modified before it's commercially released. Microsoft makes no warranties, express or implied, with respect to the information provided here. ] + +Since its inception, Windows 10 has included a number of user experience features that provide useful tips, tricks, and suggestions as you use Windows, we well as app suggestions from the Windows Store. These features are designed to help people get the most out of their Windows 10 experience by, for example, sharing new features, providing more details on the features they use, or sharing content available in the Windows Store. Examples of such user experiences include: + +* **Windows Spotlight on the lock screen**. Daily updated images on the lock screen that can include additional facts and tips in “hotspots” that are revealed on hover. + +* **Start menu app suggestions**. App suggestions in Start that recommend productivity tool or utilities from the Windows Store. + +* **Additional apps on Start**. Additional apps pre-installed on the Start screen which can enhance the user’s experience. + +* **Windows tips**. Contextual tips that appear based on specific user actions to reveal related Windows features or help users complete a scenario. + +* **Microsoft account notifications**. For users who have a connected MSA account, toast notifications about their account like parental control notifications or subscription expiration. + +Windows 10 tips, tricks, and suggestions and Windows Store suggestions can be turned on or off by users. For example, users are able to select personal photos for the lock screen as opposed to the images provided by Microsoft, or turn off tips, tricks, or suggestions as they use Windows. + +Windows 10, version 1607 (also known as the Anniversary Update), provides organizations the ability to centrally manage the type of content provided by these features through Group Policy or mobile device management (MDM). The following table describes how administrators can manage suggestions and tips in Windows 10 commercial and education editions. + +## Options available to manage Windows 10 tips and tricks and Windows Store suggestions + +| Windows 10 edition | Disable |Show Microsoft apps only | Show Microsoft and popular third-party apps | +| --- | --- | --- | --- | +| Windows 10 Pro | No | Yes | Yes (default) | +| Windows 10 Enterprise | Yes | Yes | Yes (default) | +| Windows 10 Pro Education | Yes (default) | Yes | No (setting cannot be changed) | +| Windows 10 Education | Yes (default) | Yes | No (setting cannot be changed) | + + + +## Related topics + +- [Manage Windows 10 Start layout](windows-10-start-layout-options-and-policies.md) +- [Cortana integration in your business or enterprise](manage-cortana-in-enterprise.md) +- [Windows spotlight on the lock screen](../whats-new/windows-spotlight.md) +- [Windows 10 editions for education customers](https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/edu/windows/windows-editions-for-education-customers) + + +  + +  + + + + +