diff --git a/windows/client-management/docfx.json b/windows/client-management/docfx.json index 06a528a0ca..c0fe754915 100644 --- a/windows/client-management/docfx.json +++ b/windows/client-management/docfx.json @@ -38,6 +38,7 @@ "ms.collection": [ "tier2" ], + "zone_pivot_group_filename": "resources/zone-pivot-groups.json", "breadcrumb_path": "/windows/resources/breadcrumb/toc.json", "uhfHeaderId": "MSDocsHeader-Windows", "ms.technology": "itpro-manage", diff --git a/windows/client-management/manage-windows-copilot.md b/windows/client-management/manage-windows-copilot.md index 9851b09748..1b811341cb 100644 --- a/windows/client-management/manage-windows-copilot.md +++ b/windows/client-management/manage-windows-copilot.md @@ -1,7 +1,7 @@ --- title: Manage Copilot in Windows description: Learn how to manage Copilot in Windows for commercial environments using MDM and group policy. Learn about the chat providers available to Copilot in Windows. -ms.topic: article +ms.topic: conceptual ms.technology: itpro-windows-copilot ms.date: 11/06/2023 ms.author: mstewart diff --git a/windows/configuration/docfx.json b/windows/configuration/docfx.json index 36c6607860..f2f46412bc 100644 --- a/windows/configuration/docfx.json +++ b/windows/configuration/docfx.json @@ -38,6 +38,7 @@ "ms.collection": [ "tier2" ], + "zone_pivot_group_filename": "resources/zone-pivot-groups.json", "breadcrumb_path": "/windows/resources/breadcrumb/toc.json", "uhfHeaderId": "MSDocsHeader-Windows", "ms.technology": "itpro-configure", diff --git a/windows/deployment/windows-autopatch/whats-new/windows-autopatch-whats-new-2023.md b/windows/deployment/windows-autopatch/whats-new/windows-autopatch-whats-new-2023.md index 4c0fde8854..64d5a76d3e 100644 --- a/windows/deployment/windows-autopatch/whats-new/windows-autopatch-whats-new-2023.md +++ b/windows/deployment/windows-autopatch/whats-new/windows-autopatch-whats-new-2023.md @@ -21,13 +21,13 @@ This article lists new and updated feature releases, and service releases, with Minor corrections such as typos, style, or formatting issues aren't listed. -## November 2023 +## December 2023 -### October feature releases or updates +### December feature releases or updates | Article | Description | | ----- | ----- | -| [Prerequisites](../prepare/windows-autopatch-prerequisites.md#more-about-licenses) | Added F SKU licenses to the More about licenses section. Also see [FAQ](../overview/windows-autopatch-faq.yml) | +| [Prerequisites](../prepare/windows-autopatch-prerequisites.md#more-about-licenses) | Added F SKU licenses to the [More about licenses](../prepare/windows-autopatch-prerequisites.md#more-about-licenses) section. Also see [FAQ](../overview/windows-autopatch-faq.yml) | ## November service release diff --git a/windows/hub/docfx.json b/windows/hub/docfx.json index 321c0452a5..d67fd0b5fb 100644 --- a/windows/hub/docfx.json +++ b/windows/hub/docfx.json @@ -39,6 +39,7 @@ "tier1" ], "audience": "ITPro", + "zone_pivot_group_filename": "resources/zone-pivot-groups.json", "breadcrumb_path": "/windows/resources/breadcrumb/toc.json", "uhfHeaderId": "MSDocsHeader-Windows", "ms.technology": "itpro-fundamentals", diff --git a/windows/hub/zone-pivot-groups.yml b/windows/hub/zone-pivot-groups.yml new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..75e37a9170 --- /dev/null +++ b/windows/hub/zone-pivot-groups.yml @@ -0,0 +1,18 @@ +# YamlMime:ZonePivotGroups +groups: +- id: windows-versions-10-11 + title: Windows versions + prompt: "Select the Windows version you want to learn about:" + pivots: + - id: windows-10 + title: Windows 10 + - id: windows-11 + title: Windows 11 +- id: windows-editions-proent-proedu + title: Windows editions + prompt: "Select the Windows edition you want to learn about:" + pivots: + - id: windows-pro + title: Windows Pro Edu/Education + - id: windows-ent + title: Windows Pro/Enterprise diff --git a/windows/security/docfx.json b/windows/security/docfx.json index 4dffa28451..f8830210ba 100644 --- a/windows/security/docfx.json +++ b/windows/security/docfx.json @@ -39,6 +39,7 @@ "tier2" ], "breadcrumb_path": "/windows/resources/breadcrumb/toc.json", + "zone_pivot_group_filename": "resources/zone-pivot-groups.json", "uhfHeaderId": "MSDocsHeader-Windows", "ms.localizationpriority": "medium", "ms.prod": "windows-client", diff --git a/windows/whats-new/TOC.yml b/windows/whats-new/TOC.yml index c9468c7091..c40a04c723 100644 --- a/windows/whats-new/TOC.yml +++ b/windows/whats-new/TOC.yml @@ -20,6 +20,8 @@ - name: Windows 10 expanded: true items: + - name: Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for Windows 10 + href: extended-security-updates.md - name: What's new in Windows 10, version 22H2 href: whats-new-windows-10-version-22H2.md - name: What's new in Windows 10, version 21H2 diff --git a/windows/whats-new/deprecated-features.md b/windows/whats-new/deprecated-features.md index 9493e41132..d8e5ad8db1 100644 --- a/windows/whats-new/deprecated-features.md +++ b/windows/whats-new/deprecated-features.md @@ -1,7 +1,7 @@ --- title: Deprecated features in the Windows client description: Review the list of features that Microsoft is no longer actively developing in Windows 10 and Windows 11. -ms.date: 11/27/2023 +ms.date: 12/05/2023 ms.prod: windows-client ms.technology: itpro-fundamentals ms.localizationpriority: medium @@ -34,8 +34,9 @@ The features in this article are no longer being actively developed, and might b > [!NOTE] > If you have feedback about the proposed replacement of any of these features, you can use the [Feedback Hub app](https://support.microsoft.com/windows/send-feedback-to-microsoft-with-the-feedback-hub-app-f59187f8-8739-22d6-ba93-f66612949332). -| Feature | Details and mitigation | Deprecation announced | +|Feature | Details and mitigation | Deprecation announced | |---|---|---| +| Windows speech recognition | [Windows speech recognition](https://support.microsoft.com/windows/83ff75bd-63eb-0b6c-18d4-6fae94050571) is deprecated and is no longer being developed. This feature is being replaced with [voice access](https://support.microsoft.com/topic/4dcd23ee-f1b9-4fd1-bacc-862ab611f55d). Voice access is available for Windows 11, version 22H2, or later devices. | December 2023 | | Microsoft Defender Application Guard for Office | [Microsoft Defender Application Guard for Office](/microsoft-365/security/office-365-security/app-guard-for-office-install) is being deprecated and is no longer being updated. This deprecation also includes the [Windows.Security.Isolation APIs](/uwp/api/windows.security.isolation) that are used for Microsoft Defender Application Guard for Office. We recommend transitioning to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint [attack surface reduction rules](/microsoft-365/security/defender-endpoint/overview-attack-surface-reduction) along with [Protected View](/microsoft-365/security/office-365-security/recommended-settings-for-eop-and-office365#global-settings-for-safe-attachments) and [Windows Defender Application Control](/windows/security/application-security/application-control/windows-defender-application-control/wdac). | November 2023 | | Steps Recorder (psr.exe) | Steps Recorder is no longer being updated and will be removed in a future release of Windows. For screen recording, we recommend the Snipping Tool, Xbox Game Bar, or Microsoft Clipchamp. | November 2023 | | Tips | The Tips app is deprecated and will be removed in a future release of Windows. Content in the app will continue to be updated with information about new Windows features until the app is removed. | November 2023 | diff --git a/windows/whats-new/docfx.json b/windows/whats-new/docfx.json index ec64e498bc..c2a7a7209f 100644 --- a/windows/whats-new/docfx.json +++ b/windows/whats-new/docfx.json @@ -38,6 +38,7 @@ "ms.collection": [ "tier2" ], + "zone_pivot_group_filename": "resources/zone-pivot-groups.json", "breadcrumb_path": "/windows/resources/breadcrumb/toc.json", "uhfHeaderId": "MSDocsHeader-Windows", "ms.topic": "article", diff --git a/windows/whats-new/extended-security-updates.md b/windows/whats-new/extended-security-updates.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..01fdfd6394 --- /dev/null +++ b/windows/whats-new/extended-security-updates.md @@ -0,0 +1,74 @@ +--- +title: Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for Windows 10 +description: Learn about the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for Windows 10. The ESU program gives customers the option to receive security updates for Windows 10. +ms.prod: windows-client +ms.technology: itpro-fundamentals +ms.author: mstewart +author: mestew +manager: aaroncz +ms.localizationpriority: medium +ms.topic: conceptual +ms.date: 11/01/2023 +ms.collection: + - highpri + - tier2 +appliesto: + - ✅ Windows 10 +--- + +# Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for Windows 10 + + +The Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) program gives customers the option to receive security updates for PCs enrolled in the program. ESU is a paid program that provides individuals and organizations of all sizes with the option to extend the use of Windows 10 devices past the end of support date in a more secure manner. For more information about the Windows 10 lifecycle, see the [Windows Lifecycle FAQ](/lifecycle/faq/windows). + +Individuals or organizations who elect to continue using Windows 10 after support ends on October 14, 2025, will have the option of enrolling their PCs into a paid ESU subscription. The ESU program enables PCs to continue to receive critical and important security updates through an annual subscription service after support ends. The [Microsoft Security Response Center](https://msrc.microsoft.com/) defines the [severity rating for security updates](https://www.microsoft.com/msrc/security-update-severity-rating-system). + + +## Device prerequisites + +To be eligible to install updates from the ESU program, devices must be running Windows 10, version 22H2. + +## Limitations + +ESUs doesn't include the following items: + +- New features +- Customer-requested nonsecurity updates +- Design change requests +- General support won't be provided for Windows versions past the end of support date. Support will be available only to those organizations that purchase ESU for specific situations concerning the security updates. To get technical support, organizations must have an active [support plan](https://www.microsoft.com/enterprise/services/unified-support-solutions) in place. + +## Frequently asked questions + +The following are frequently asked questions about the ESU program for Windows 10: + +### How much does ESU cost? + +Final pricing and enrollment conditions will be made available closer to the October 2025 date for end of support, approximately one year before the end of support for Windows 10. ESU will be free for all Windows 365 customers. For more information about Windows 365, see [What is Windows 365?](/windows-365/overview). + +### Is there a minimum license purchase requirement for Windows 10 ESU? + +There are no minimum license purchase requirements for Windows 10 ESU. + +### Can ESUs be purchased for a specific duration? + +Customers can't buy partial periods, for instance, only six months. Extended Security Updates are transacted per year (12-month period), starting with the end of support date. + +### When will the ESU offer be available for licensing? + +Windows 10 ESU will be available in volume licensing starting about 12 months before the end of support date of Windows 10, or late 2024. + +### How long can I get security updates for? + +Enrolled PCs belonging to a commercial or educational organization can receive security updates for a maximum of three years after end of support for Windows 10. + +### Is technical support included in ESU? + +No, technical support isn't included in the ESU program. Microsoft will provide support for customers that encounter challenges related to the ESU. + +### Will Windows 10 PCs stop working without the ESU offering? + +Windows 10 PCs will continue to work, but we recommend customers upgrade eligible PCs to Windows 11 using Windows Autopatch, Microsoft Intune, or transition to a new Windows 11 PC for the best, most secure computing experience. Customers also have the option to migrate to the cloud and subscribe to Windows 365 to make Windows 11 available to users on any device with a Cloud PC. Beginning October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide the following for versions of Windows 10 that reach end of support on that date: + +- Technical support +- Feature updates or new features +- Quality updates (including security and reliability fixes) diff --git a/windows/whats-new/feature-lifecycle.md b/windows/whats-new/feature-lifecycle.md index ffbc2050c9..dd03e924a0 100644 --- a/windows/whats-new/feature-lifecycle.md +++ b/windows/whats-new/feature-lifecycle.md @@ -6,9 +6,9 @@ ms.localizationpriority: medium author: mestew manager: aaroncz ms.author: mstewart -ms.topic: article +ms.topic: conceptual ms.technology: itpro-fundamentals -ms.date: 10/28/2022 +ms.date: 12/05/2023 ms.collection: - highpri - tier2 @@ -18,7 +18,7 @@ appliesto: --- # Windows client features lifecycle -Each release of Windows 10 and Windows 11 contains many new and improved features. Occasionally we also remove features and functionality, usually because there is a better option. +Each release of Windows 10 and Windows 11 contains many new and improved features. Occasionally we also remove features and functionality, usually because there's a better option. ## Windows 11 features @@ -26,13 +26,13 @@ For information about features that are impacted when you upgrade from Windows 1 ## 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. +The following article lists features that are no longer being developed. These features might be removed in a future release. [Deprecated Windows features](deprecated-features.md) ## Features removed -The following topics have details about features that have been removed from Windows 10 or Windows 11. This includes features that are present in Windows 10, but are removed in Windows 11. +The following article has details about features that have been removed from Windows 10 or Windows 11. This includes features that are present in Windows 10, but are removed in Windows 11. [Removed Windows features](removed-features.md) @@ -42,7 +42,7 @@ The following terms can be used to describe the status that might be assigned to - **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. +- **Retirement**: The stage of the product lifecycle when a service is shut down so that it's 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. diff --git a/windows/whats-new/index.yml b/windows/whats-new/index.yml index 88f1b323b1..c34ac91e0d 100644 --- a/windows/whats-new/index.yml +++ b/windows/whats-new/index.yml @@ -48,12 +48,13 @@ landingContent: linkLists: - linkListType: whats-new links: + - text: Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for Windows 10 + url: extended-security-updates.md - text: What's new in Windows 10, version 22H2 url: whats-new-windows-10-version-22h2.md - text: What's new in Windows 10, version 21H2 url: whats-new-windows-10-version-21h2.md - - text: What's new in Windows 10, version 21H1 - url: whats-new-windows-10-version-21h1.md + - title: Learn more linkLists: diff --git a/windows/whats-new/whats-new-windows-10-version-21H1.md b/windows/whats-new/whats-new-windows-10-version-21H1.md index 3b134e5092..4f1f8db731 100644 --- a/windows/whats-new/whats-new-windows-10-version-21H1.md +++ b/windows/whats-new/whats-new-windows-10-version-21H1.md @@ -6,7 +6,7 @@ author: mestew ms.author: mstewart manager: aaroncz ms.localizationpriority: high -ms.topic: article +ms.topic: conceptual ms.collection: - highpri - tier2 diff --git a/windows/whats-new/whats-new-windows-10-version-21H2.md b/windows/whats-new/whats-new-windows-10-version-21H2.md index 8b06af0956..56b194f450 100644 --- a/windows/whats-new/whats-new-windows-10-version-21H2.md +++ b/windows/whats-new/whats-new-windows-10-version-21H2.md @@ -6,7 +6,7 @@ ms.prod: windows-client ms.author: mstewart author: mestew ms.localizationpriority: medium -ms.topic: article +ms.topic: conceptual ms.collection: - highpri - tier2