From d3c2b03303e4a0caed58c3fb893a1b806e52bf54 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: MikeBlodge Date: Tue, 5 Jun 2018 13:05:56 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 1/2] editing metadata --- education/windows/s-mode-switch-to-edu.md | 9 +++++---- windows/deployment/windows-10-pro-in-s-mode.md | 4 ++-- 2 files changed, 7 insertions(+), 6 deletions(-) diff --git a/education/windows/s-mode-switch-to-edu.md b/education/windows/s-mode-switch-to-edu.md index 73aa07a2c3..3c85be7184 100644 --- a/education/windows/s-mode-switch-to-edu.md +++ b/education/windows/s-mode-switch-to-edu.md @@ -1,7 +1,7 @@ --- title: Switch to Windows 10 Pro Education in S mode from Windows 10 Pro in S mode -description: Overview of Windows 10 Pro Education in S mode, switching options, and system requirements -keywords: S mode Switch, switch in S mode, Switch S mode, Windows 10 Pro Education in S mode, S mode, system requirements, Overview, Windows 10 Pro in S mode, Education, EDU +description: Switching out of Windows 10 Pro in S mode to Windows 10 Pro Education in S mode. The S mode switch documentation describes the requirements and process for Switching to Windows 10 Pro Education in S mode. +keywords: Windows 10 S switch, S mode Switch, switch in S mode, Switch S mode, Windows 10 Pro Education in S mode, S mode, system requirements, Overview, Windows 10 Pro in S mode, Education, EDU ms.mktglfcycl: deploy ms.localizationpriority: high ms.prod: w10 @@ -13,11 +13,12 @@ author: Mikeblodge --- # Switch to Windows 10 Pro Education in S mode from Windows 10 Pro in S mode - -S mode is an enhanced security mode of Windows 10 – streamlined for security and superior performance. With Windows 10 in S mode, everyone can download and install Microsoft-verified apps from the Microsoft Store for Education – this keep devices running fast and secure day in and day out. +The S mode switch motion enables users to switch to Windows 10 Pro Education in S mode from Windows 10 Pro in S mode. This gives users access to the Microsoft Store for Education as well as other Education offers. ## Benefits of Windows 10 Pro in S mode for Education +S mode is an enhanced security mode of Windows 10 – streamlined for security and superior performance. With Windows 10 in S mode, everyone can download and install Microsoft-verified apps from the Microsoft Store for Education – this keep devices running fast and secure day in and day out. + - **Microsoft-verified security** - It reduces risk of malware and exploitations that harm students and educators, because only Microsoft-verified apps can be installed. - **Performance that lasts** - Provides all-day battery life to keep students on task and not tripping over cords. Also, verified apps won’t degrade device performance over time. - **Streamlined for Speed** - Offers faster log-in times so teachers spend less time waiting and more time teaching. diff --git a/windows/deployment/windows-10-pro-in-s-mode.md b/windows/deployment/windows-10-pro-in-s-mode.md index c28bb0c1bd..fa10f10cee 100644 --- a/windows/deployment/windows-10-pro-in-s-mode.md +++ b/windows/deployment/windows-10-pro-in-s-mode.md @@ -1,7 +1,7 @@ --- title: Windows 10 Pro in S mode -description: Overview of Windows 10 Pro in S mode, switching options, and system requirements -keywords: S mode Switch, Switch in S mode, s mode switch, Windows 10 S, S-mode, system requirements, Overview, Windows 10 Pro in S mode, Windows 10 Pro in S mode +description: Overview of Windows 10 Pro/Enterprise in S mode. S mode switch options are also outlined in this document. Switching out of S mode is optional. +keywords: Windows 10 S switch, S mode Switch, Switch in S mode, s mode switch, Windows 10 S, S-mode, system requirements, Overview, Windows 10 Pro in S mode, Windows 10 Pro in S mode ms.mktglfcycl: deploy ms.localizationpriority: high ms.prod: w10 From 1fd5125817aa2e50990158efa84923b8ac76f58d Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Dani Halfin Date: Tue, 5 Jun 2018 20:52:00 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 2/2] Merged PR 8804: Fixing bugs 17776623 and 17624369 --- ...system-components-to-microsoft-services.md | 24 ++++++++++++------- 1 file changed, 15 insertions(+), 9 deletions(-) diff --git a/windows/privacy/manage-connections-from-windows-operating-system-components-to-microsoft-services.md b/windows/privacy/manage-connections-from-windows-operating-system-components-to-microsoft-services.md index 8c98fdf633..a948b817ad 100644 --- a/windows/privacy/manage-connections-from-windows-operating-system-components-to-microsoft-services.md +++ b/windows/privacy/manage-connections-from-windows-operating-system-components-to-microsoft-services.md @@ -7,16 +7,16 @@ ms.prod: w10 ms.mktglfcycl: manage ms.sitesec: library ms.localizationpriority: high -author: brianlic-msft -ms.author: brianlic-msft -ms.date: 04/09/2018 +author: danihalfin +ms.author: daniha +ms.date: 06/05/2018 --- # Manage connections from Windows operating system components to Microsoft services **Applies to** -- Windows 10 Enterprise edition +- Windows 10 Enterprise, version 1607 and newer - Windows Server 2016 If you're looking for content on what each diagnostic data level means and how to configure it in your organization, see [Configure Windows diagnostic data in your organization](configure-windows-diagnostic-data-in-your-organization.md). @@ -32,7 +32,10 @@ This baseline was created in the same way as the [Windows security baselines](/w Running the Windows Restricted Traffic Limited Functionality Baseline on devices in your organization will allow you to quickly configure all of the settings covered in this document. However, some of the settings reduce the functionality and security configuration of your device and are therefore not recommended. Make sure should you've chosen the right settings configuration for your environment before applying. -You should not extract this package to the windows\\system32 folder because it will not apply correctly. +You should not extract this package to the windows\\system32 folder because it will not apply correctly. + +>[!IMPORTANT] +> As part of the [Windows Restricted Traffic Limited Functionality Baseline](https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=828887), MDM functionallity is disabled. If you manage devices through MDM, make sure [cloud notifications are enabled](#bkmk-priv-notifications). Applying the Windows Restricted Traffic Limited Functionality Baseline is the same as applying each setting covered in this article. It is recommended that you restart a device after making configuration changes to it. @@ -87,12 +90,12 @@ Here's a list of changes that were made to this article for Windows 10, version The following sections list the components that make network connections to Microsoft services by default. You can configure these settings to control the data that is sent to Microsoft. To prevent Windows from sending any data to Microsoft, configure diagnostic data at the Security level, turn off Windows Defender diagnostic data and MSRT reporting, and turn off all of these connections. ->[!NOTE] ->For some settings, MDM policies only partly cover capabilities available through Group Policy. See each setting’s section for more details. - ### Settings for Windows 10 Enterprise edition -The following table lists management options for each setting, beginning with Windows 10 Enterprise version 1703. +The following table lists management options for each setting, beginning with Windows 10 Enterprise version 1607. + +>[!NOTE] +>For some settings, MDM policies only partly cover capabilities available through Group Policy. See each setting’s section for more details. | Setting | UI | Group Policy | MDM policy | Registry | Command line | | - | :-: | :-: | :-: | :-: | :-: | @@ -1075,6 +1078,9 @@ To turn off **Choose apps that can use your microphone**: ### 17.5 Notifications +>[!IMPORTANT] +>Disabling notifications will also disable the ability to manage the device through MDM. If you are using an MDM solution, make sure cloud notifications are enabled through one of the options below. + To turn off notifications network usage: - Apply the Group Policy: **Computer Configuration** > **Administrative Templates** > **Start Menu and Taskbar** > **Notifications** > **Turn off Notifications network usage**