From 4ac2c567aea1a20b8e5bf1473abca526dbba9b6b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: VARADHARAJAN K <3296790+RAJU2529@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 18 Oct 2023 19:50:30 +0530 Subject: [PATCH 1/4] Update windows-11-prepare.md added two link for WSUS and Microsoft Intune Renamed pro to Professional Make a few Windows 11 to bold. Make a few sentences bold to attract while reading --- windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md | 38 ++++++++++++------------- 1 file changed, 19 insertions(+), 19 deletions(-) diff --git a/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md b/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md index 6e9047c606..94f297599a 100644 --- a/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md +++ b/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md @@ -19,50 +19,50 @@ appliesto: # Prepare for Windows 11 -Windows 10 and Windows 11 are designed to coexist, so that you can use the same familiar tools and process to manage both operating systems. Using a single management infrastructure that supports common applications across both Windows 10 and Windows 11 helps to simplify the migration process. You can analyze endpoints, determine application compatibility, and manage Windows 11 deployments in the same way that you do with Windows 10. +Windows 10 and **Windows 11** are designed to coexist so that you can use the same familiar tools and processes to manage both operating systems. Using a single management infrastructure that supports common applications across both Windows 10 and **Windows 11** helps to simplify the migration process. You can analyze endpoints, determine application compatibility, and manage **Windows 11** deployments in the same way that you do with Windows 10. -After you evaluate your hardware to see if it meets [requirements](windows-11-requirements.md) for Windows 11, it's a good time to review your deployment infrastructure, tools, and overall endpoint and update management processes and look for opportunities to simplify and optimize. This article provides some helpful guidance to accomplish these tasks. +After you evaluate your hardware to see if it meets [requirements](windows-11-requirements.md) for **Windows 11**, it's a good time to review your deployment infrastructure, tools, and overall endpoint and update management processes and look for opportunities to simplify and optimize. This article provides some helpful guidance to accomplish these tasks. ## Infrastructure and tools -The tools that you use for core workloads during Windows 10 deployments can still be used for Windows 11. A few nuanced differences are described below. +The tools that you use for core workloads during Windows 10 deployments can still be used for **Windows 11**. A few nuanced differences are described below. > [!IMPORTANT] > Be sure to check with the providers of any non-Microsoft solutions that you use. Verify compatibility of these tools with Windows 11, particularly if they provide security or data loss prevention capabilities. #### On-premises solutions -- If you use [Windows Server Update Service (WSUS)](/windows-server/administration/windows-server-update-services/get-started/windows-server-update-services-wsus), you'll need to sync the new **Windows 11** product category. After you sync the product category, you'll see Windows 11 offered as an option. If you would like to validate Windows 11 prior to release, you can sync the **Windows Insider Pre-release** category as well. +- If you use [Windows Server Update Service (WSUS)](/windows-server/administration/windows-server-update-services/get-started/windows-server-update-services-wsus), you'll need to sync the new Windows 11 product category. After you sync the product category, you'll see Windows 11 offered as an option. If you would like to validate Windows 11 prior to release, you can sync the **Windows Insider Pre-release** category as well. > [!NOTE] - > During deployment, you will be prompted to agree to the Microsoft Software License Terms on behalf of your users. Additionally, you will not see an x86 option because Windows 11 is not supported on 32-bit architecture. + > During deployment, you will be prompted to agree to the **Microsoft Software License Terms** on behalf of your users. Additionally, you will not see an x86 option because Windows 11 is not supported on 32-bit architecture. - If you use [Microsoft Configuration Manager](/mem/configmgr/), you can sync the new **Windows 11** product category and begin upgrading eligible devices. If you would like to validate Windows 11 prior to release, you can sync the **Windows Insider Pre-release** category as well. > [!NOTE] - > Configuration Manager will prompt you to accept the Microsoft Software License Terms on behalf of the users in your organization. + > Configuration Manager will prompt you to accept the **Microsoft Software License Terms** on behalf of the users in your organization. #### Cloud-based solutions -- If you use Windows Update for Business policies, you'll need to use the **Target Version** capability (either through policy or the Windows Update for Business deployment service) rather than using feature update deferrals alone to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11. Feature update deferrals are great to move to newer versions of your current product (for example, Windows 10, version 20H2 to 21H1), but won't automatically devices move between products (Windows 10 to Windows 11). - - If you use Microsoft Intune and have a Microsoft 365 E3 license, you'll be able to use the [feature update deployments](/mem/intune/protect/windows-10-feature-updates) page to select **Windows 11, version 21H2** and upgrade Windows 10 devices to Windows 11. You can also continue using the same update experience controls to manage Windows 10 and Windows 11 on the **Update Rings** page in Intune. If you aren’t ready to move to Windows 11, keep the feature update version set at the version you're currently on. When you're ready to start upgrading devices, change the feature update deployment setting to specify Windows 11. +- If you use Windows Update for Business policies, you'll need to use the **Target Version** capability (either through policy or the Windows Update for Business deployment service) rather than using feature update deferrals alone to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11. Feature update deferrals are great for moving to newer versions of your current product (for example, Windows 10, version 20H2 to 21H1), but won't automatically devices move between products (Windows 10 to **Windows 11**). + - If you use Microsoft Intune and have a **Microsoft 365 E3** license, you'll be able to use the [feature update deployments](/mem/intune/protect/windows-10-feature-updates) page to select **Windows 11, version 21H2** and upgrade Windows 10 devices to Windows 11. You can also continue using the same update experience controls to manage Windows 10 and Windows 11 on the **Update Rings** page in Intune. If you aren’t ready to move to Windows 11, keep the feature update version set at the version you're currently on. When you're ready to start upgrading devices, change the feature update deployment setting to specify **Windows 11**. - In Group Policy, **Select target Feature Update version** has two entry fields after taking the 9/1/2021 optional update ([KB5005101](https://support.microsoft.com/topic/september-1-2021-kb5005101-os-builds-19041-1202-19042-1202-and-19043-1202-preview-82a50f27-a56f-4212-96ce-1554e8058dc1)) or a later update: **Product Version** and **Target Version**. - The product field must specify Windows 11 in order for devices to upgrade to Windows 11. If only the target version field is configured, the device will be offered matching versions of the same product. - For example, if a device is running Windows 10, version 2004 and only the target version is configured to 21H1, this device will be offered version Windows 10, version 21H1, even if multiple products have a 21H1 version. - Quality update deferrals will continue to work the same across both Windows 10 and Windows 11, which is true regardless of which management tool you use to configure Windows Update for Business policies. -- If you use Microsoft Intune and have a Microsoft 365 E3 license, you'll be able to use [feature update deployments](/mem/intune/protect/windows-10-feature-updates) to easily update devices from one release of Windows 10 to another, or to upgrade Windows 10 devices to Windows 11. You can also continue using the same update experience controls to manage Windows 10 and Windows 11. If you aren’t ready to move to Windows 11, keep the feature update version set at the version you're currently on. When you're ready to start upgrading devices, change the feature update deployment setting to specify Windows 11. +- If you use Microsoft Intune and have a **Microsoft 365 E3** license, you'll be able to use [feature update deployments](/mem/intune/protect/windows-10-feature-updates) to easily update devices from one release of Windows 10 to another, or to upgrade Windows 10 devices to Windows 11. You can also continue using the same update experience controls to manage Windows 10 and Windows 11. If you aren’t ready to move to Windows 11, keep the feature update version set at the version you're currently on. When you're ready to start upgrading devices, change the feature update deployment setting to specify **Windows 11**. > [!NOTE] - > Endpoints managed by Windows Update for Business will not automatically upgrade to Windows 11 unless an administrator explicitly configures a **Target Version** using the [TargetReleaseVersion](/windows/client-management/mdm/policy-csp-update#update-targetreleaseversion) setting using a Windows CSP, a [feature update profile](/mem/intune/protect/windows-10-feature-updates) in Intune, or the [Select target Feature Update version setting](/windows/deployment/update/waas-wufb-group-policy#i-want-to-stay-on-a-specific-version) in a group policy. + > Endpoints managed by Windows Update for Business will not automatically upgrade to **Windows 11** unless an administrator explicitly configures a **Target Version** using the [TargetReleaseVersion](/windows/client-management/mdm/policy-csp-update#update-targetreleaseversion) setting using a Windows CSP, a [feature update profile](/mem/intune/protect/windows-10-feature-updates) in Intune, or the [Select target Feature Update version setting](/windows/deployment/update/waas-wufb-group-policy#i-want-to-stay-on-a-specific-version) in a group policy. ## Cloud-based management -If you aren’t already taking advantage of cloud-based management capabilities, like those available in the [Microsoft Intune family of products](/mem/endpoint-manager-overview), it's worth considering. In addition to consolidating device management and endpoint security into a single platform, Microsoft Intune can better support the diverse bring-your-own-device (BYOD) ecosystem that is increasingly the norm with hybrid work scenarios. It can also enable you to track your progress against compliance and business objectives, while protecting user privacy. +If you aren’t already taking advantage of cloud-based management capabilities, like those available in the [Microsoft Intune family of products](/mem/endpoint-manager-overview), it's worth considering. In addition to consolidating device management and endpoint security into a single platform, **Microsoft Intune** can better support the diverse bring-your-own-device (BYOD) ecosystem that is increasingly the norm with hybrid work scenarios. It can also enable you to track your progress against compliance and business objectives while protecting user privacy. -The following are some common use cases and the corresponding Microsoft Intune capabilities that support them: +The following are some common use cases and the corresponding [Microsoft Intune](/mem/intune/fundamentals/what-is-intune) capabilities that support them: -- **Provision and pre-configure new Windows 11 devices**: [Windows Autopilot](/mem/autopilot/windows-autopilot) enables you to deploy new Windows 11 devices in a “business-ready” state that includes your desired applications, settings, and policies. It can also be used to change the edition of Windows. For example, you can upgrade from Pro to Enterprise edition and gain the use of advanced features. The [Windows Autopilot diagnostics page](/mem/autopilot/windows-autopilot-whats-new#preview-windows-autopilot-diagnostics-page) is new feature that is available when you use in Windows Autopilot to deploy Windows 11. +- **Provision and pre-configure new Windows 11 devices**: [Windows Autopilot](/mem/autopilot/windows-autopilot) enables you to deploy new Windows 11 devices in a “business-ready” state that includes your desired **applications, settings, and policies**. It can also be used to change the edition of Windows. For example, you can upgrade from Professional to Enterprise edition and gain the use of advanced features. The [Windows Autopilot diagnostics page](/mem/autopilot/windows-autopilot-whats-new#preview-windows-autopilot-diagnostics-page) is a new feature that is available when you use in **Windows Autopilot** to deploy Windows 11. - **Configure rules and control settings for users, apps, and devices**: When you enroll devices in [Microsoft Intune](/mem/intune/fundamentals/what-is-intune), administrators have full control over apps, settings, features, and security for both Windows 11 and Windows 10. You can also use app protection policies to require multifactor authentication (MFA) for specific apps. - **Streamline device management for frontline, remote, and onsite workers**: Introduced with Windows 10, [cloud configuration](/mem/intune/fundamentals/cloud-configuration) is a standard, easy-to-manage, device configuration that is cloud-optimized for users with specific workflow needs. It can be deployed to devices running the Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions of Windows 11 by using Microsoft Intune. @@ -70,11 +70,11 @@ If you're exclusively using an on-premises device management solution (for examp ## Review servicing approach and policies -Every organization will transition to Windows 11 at its own pace. Microsoft is committed to supporting you through your migration to Windows 11, whether you're a fast adopter or will make the transition over the coming months or years. +Every organization will transition to Windows 11 at its own pace. **Microsoft** is committed to supporting you through your migration to **Windows 11**, whether you're a fast adopter or will make the transition over the coming months or years. When you think of operating system updates as an ongoing process, you'll automatically improve your ability to deploy updates. This approach enables you to stay current with less effort, and less impact on productivity. To begin, think about how you roll out Windows feature updates today: which devices, and at what pace. -Next, craft a deployment plan for Windows 11 that includes deployment groups, rings, users, or devices. There are no absolute rules for exactly how many rings to have for your deployments, but a common structure is: +Next, craft a deployment plan for **Windows 11** that includes deployment groups, rings, users, or devices. There are no absolute rules for exactly how many rings to have for your deployments, but a common structure is: - Preview (first or canary): Planning and development - Limited (fast or early adopters): Pilot and validation - Broad (users or critical): Wide deployment @@ -83,13 +83,13 @@ For detailed information, see [Create a deployment plan](/windows/deployment/upd #### Review policies -Review deployment-related policies, taking into consideration your organization's security objectives, update compliance deadlines, and device activity. Apply changes where you can gain a clear improvement, particularly regarding the speed of the update process or security. +Review deployment-related policies, taking into consideration your organization's security objectives, update compliance deadlines and device activity. Apply changes where you can gain a clear improvement, particularly regarding the speed of the update process or security. #### Validate apps and infrastructure -To validate that your apps, infrastructure, and deployment processes are ready for Windows 11, join the [Windows Insider Program for Business](https://insider.windows.com/for-business-getting-started), and opt in to the [Release Preview Channel](/windows-insider/business/validate-Release-Preview-Channel). +To validate that your apps, infrastructure, and deployment processes are ready for **Windows 11**, join the [Windows Insider Program for Business](https://insider.windows.com/for-business-getting-started), and opt into the [Release Preview Channel](/windows-insider/business/validate-Release-Preview-Channel). -If you use Windows Server Update Services, you can deploy directly from the Windows Insider Pre-release category using one of the following processes: +If you use [Windows Server Update Service (WSUS)](/windows-server/administration/windows-server-update-services/get-started/windows-server-update-services-wsus), you can deploy directly from the Windows Insider Pre-release category using one of the following processes: - Set **Manage Preview Builds** to **Release Preview** in Windows Update for Business. - Use Azure Virtual Desktop and Azure Marketplace images. @@ -119,7 +119,7 @@ At a high level, the tasks involved are: ## User readiness -Don't overlook the importance of user readiness to deliver an effective, enterprise-wide deployment of Windows 11. Windows 11 has a familiar design, but your users will see several enhancements to the overall user interface. They'll also need to adapt to changes in menus and settings pages. Therefore, consider the following tasks to prepare users and your IT support staff Windows 11: +Don't overlook the importance of user readiness to deliver an effective, enterprise-wide deployment of Windows 11. Windows 11 has a familiar design, but your users will see several enhancements to the overall user interface. They'll also need to adapt to changes in menus and settings pages. Therefore, consider the following tasks to prepare users and your IT support staff for **Windows 11**: - Create a communications schedule to ensure that you provide the right message at the right time to the right groups of users, based on when they'll see the changes. - Draft concise emails that inform users of what changes they can expect to see. Offer tips on how to use or customize their experience. Include information about support and help desk options. From 3836440fd0b2871e118e2f4af50dc33ee0ad7adb Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: VARADHARAJAN K <3296790+RAJU2529@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Thu, 19 Oct 2023 13:42:54 +0530 Subject: [PATCH 2/4] Update windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md Accepted Co-authored-by: JohanFreelancer9 <48568725+JohanFreelancer9@users.noreply.github.com> --- windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md b/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md index 94f297599a..e60f0c0d68 100644 --- a/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md +++ b/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md @@ -44,7 +44,7 @@ The tools that you use for core workloads during Windows 10 deployments can stil #### Cloud-based solutions -- If you use Windows Update for Business policies, you'll need to use the **Target Version** capability (either through policy or the Windows Update for Business deployment service) rather than using feature update deferrals alone to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11. Feature update deferrals are great for moving to newer versions of your current product (for example, Windows 10, version 20H2 to 21H1), but won't automatically devices move between products (Windows 10 to **Windows 11**). +- If you use Windows Update for Business policies, you'll need to use the **Target Version** capability (either through policy or the Windows Update for Business deployment service) rather than using feature update deferrals alone to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11. Feature update deferrals are great for moving to newer versions of your current product (for example, Windows 10, version 20H2 to 21H1), but won't automatically move devices between products (Windows 10 to **Windows 11**). - If you use Microsoft Intune and have a **Microsoft 365 E3** license, you'll be able to use the [feature update deployments](/mem/intune/protect/windows-10-feature-updates) page to select **Windows 11, version 21H2** and upgrade Windows 10 devices to Windows 11. You can also continue using the same update experience controls to manage Windows 10 and Windows 11 on the **Update Rings** page in Intune. If you aren’t ready to move to Windows 11, keep the feature update version set at the version you're currently on. When you're ready to start upgrading devices, change the feature update deployment setting to specify **Windows 11**. - In Group Policy, **Select target Feature Update version** has two entry fields after taking the 9/1/2021 optional update ([KB5005101](https://support.microsoft.com/topic/september-1-2021-kb5005101-os-builds-19041-1202-19042-1202-and-19043-1202-preview-82a50f27-a56f-4212-96ce-1554e8058dc1)) or a later update: **Product Version** and **Target Version**. From ede8b8664da29b2fe92432fde91331a42bfbb1f4 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Meghan Stewart <33289333+mestew@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Thu, 19 Oct 2023 07:51:49 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 3/4] Update windows-11-prepare.md Edits for MS Docs style and product branding. --- windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md | 30 ++++++++++++------------- 1 file changed, 15 insertions(+), 15 deletions(-) diff --git a/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md b/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md index e60f0c0d68..abe8775870 100644 --- a/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md +++ b/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md @@ -19,13 +19,13 @@ appliesto: # Prepare for Windows 11 -Windows 10 and **Windows 11** are designed to coexist so that you can use the same familiar tools and processes to manage both operating systems. Using a single management infrastructure that supports common applications across both Windows 10 and **Windows 11** helps to simplify the migration process. You can analyze endpoints, determine application compatibility, and manage **Windows 11** deployments in the same way that you do with Windows 10. +Windows 10 and Windows 11 are designed to coexist so that you can use the same familiar tools and processes to manage both operating systems. Using a single management infrastructure that supports common applications across both Windows 10 and Windows 11 helps to simplify the migration process. You can analyze endpoints, determine application compatibility, and manage Windows 11 deployments in the same way that you do with Windows 10. -After you evaluate your hardware to see if it meets [requirements](windows-11-requirements.md) for **Windows 11**, it's a good time to review your deployment infrastructure, tools, and overall endpoint and update management processes and look for opportunities to simplify and optimize. This article provides some helpful guidance to accomplish these tasks. +After you evaluate your hardware to see if it meets [requirements](windows-11-requirements.md) for Windows 11, it's a good time to review your deployment infrastructure, tools, and overall endpoint and update management processes and look for opportunities to simplify and optimize. This article provides some helpful guidance to accomplish these tasks. ## Infrastructure and tools -The tools that you use for core workloads during Windows 10 deployments can still be used for **Windows 11**. A few nuanced differences are described below. +The tools that you use for core workloads during Windows 10 deployments can still be used for Windows 11. A few nuanced differences are described below. > [!IMPORTANT] > Be sure to check with the providers of any non-Microsoft solutions that you use. Verify compatibility of these tools with Windows 11, particularly if they provide security or data loss prevention capabilities. @@ -35,34 +35,34 @@ The tools that you use for core workloads during Windows 10 deployments can stil - If you use [Windows Server Update Service (WSUS)](/windows-server/administration/windows-server-update-services/get-started/windows-server-update-services-wsus), you'll need to sync the new Windows 11 product category. After you sync the product category, you'll see Windows 11 offered as an option. If you would like to validate Windows 11 prior to release, you can sync the **Windows Insider Pre-release** category as well. > [!NOTE] - > During deployment, you will be prompted to agree to the **Microsoft Software License Terms** on behalf of your users. Additionally, you will not see an x86 option because Windows 11 is not supported on 32-bit architecture. + > During deployment, you will be prompted to agree to the Microsoft Software License Terms on behalf of your users. Additionally, you will not see an x86 option because Windows 11 is not supported on 32-bit architecture. - If you use [Microsoft Configuration Manager](/mem/configmgr/), you can sync the new **Windows 11** product category and begin upgrading eligible devices. If you would like to validate Windows 11 prior to release, you can sync the **Windows Insider Pre-release** category as well. > [!NOTE] - > Configuration Manager will prompt you to accept the **Microsoft Software License Terms** on behalf of the users in your organization. + > Configuration Manager will prompt you to accept the Microsoft Software License Terms on behalf of the users in your organization. #### Cloud-based solutions - If you use Windows Update for Business policies, you'll need to use the **Target Version** capability (either through policy or the Windows Update for Business deployment service) rather than using feature update deferrals alone to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11. Feature update deferrals are great for moving to newer versions of your current product (for example, Windows 10, version 20H2 to 21H1), but won't automatically move devices between products (Windows 10 to **Windows 11**). - - If you use Microsoft Intune and have a **Microsoft 365 E3** license, you'll be able to use the [feature update deployments](/mem/intune/protect/windows-10-feature-updates) page to select **Windows 11, version 21H2** and upgrade Windows 10 devices to Windows 11. You can also continue using the same update experience controls to manage Windows 10 and Windows 11 on the **Update Rings** page in Intune. If you aren’t ready to move to Windows 11, keep the feature update version set at the version you're currently on. When you're ready to start upgrading devices, change the feature update deployment setting to specify **Windows 11**. + - If you use Microsoft Intune and have a Microsoft 365 E3 license, you'll be able to use the [feature update deployments](/mem/intune/protect/windows-10-feature-updates) page to select **Windows 11, version 21H2** and upgrade Windows 10 devices to Windows 11. You can also continue using the same update experience controls to manage Windows 10 and Windows 11 on the **Update Rings** page in Intune. If you aren’t ready to move to Windows 11, keep the feature update version set at the version you're currently on. When you're ready to start upgrading devices, change the feature update deployment setting to specify Windows 11. - In Group Policy, **Select target Feature Update version** has two entry fields after taking the 9/1/2021 optional update ([KB5005101](https://support.microsoft.com/topic/september-1-2021-kb5005101-os-builds-19041-1202-19042-1202-and-19043-1202-preview-82a50f27-a56f-4212-96ce-1554e8058dc1)) or a later update: **Product Version** and **Target Version**. - The product field must specify Windows 11 in order for devices to upgrade to Windows 11. If only the target version field is configured, the device will be offered matching versions of the same product. - For example, if a device is running Windows 10, version 2004 and only the target version is configured to 21H1, this device will be offered version Windows 10, version 21H1, even if multiple products have a 21H1 version. - Quality update deferrals will continue to work the same across both Windows 10 and Windows 11, which is true regardless of which management tool you use to configure Windows Update for Business policies. -- If you use Microsoft Intune and have a **Microsoft 365 E3** license, you'll be able to use [feature update deployments](/mem/intune/protect/windows-10-feature-updates) to easily update devices from one release of Windows 10 to another, or to upgrade Windows 10 devices to Windows 11. You can also continue using the same update experience controls to manage Windows 10 and Windows 11. If you aren’t ready to move to Windows 11, keep the feature update version set at the version you're currently on. When you're ready to start upgrading devices, change the feature update deployment setting to specify **Windows 11**. +- If you use Microsoft Intune and have a Microsoft 365 E3 license, you'll be able to use [feature update deployments](/mem/intune/protect/windows-10-feature-updates) to easily update devices from one release of Windows 10 to another, or to upgrade Windows 10 devices to Windows 11. You can also continue using the same update experience controls to manage Windows 10 and Windows 11. If you aren’t ready to move to Windows 11, keep the feature update version set at the version you're currently on. When you're ready to start upgrading devices, change the feature update deployment setting to specify **Windows 11**. > [!NOTE] - > Endpoints managed by Windows Update for Business will not automatically upgrade to **Windows 11** unless an administrator explicitly configures a **Target Version** using the [TargetReleaseVersion](/windows/client-management/mdm/policy-csp-update#update-targetreleaseversion) setting using a Windows CSP, a [feature update profile](/mem/intune/protect/windows-10-feature-updates) in Intune, or the [Select target Feature Update version setting](/windows/deployment/update/waas-wufb-group-policy#i-want-to-stay-on-a-specific-version) in a group policy. + > Endpoints managed by Windows Update for Business will not automatically upgrade to Windows 11 unless an administrator explicitly configures a **Target Version** using the [TargetReleaseVersion](/windows/client-management/mdm/policy-csp-update#update-targetreleaseversion) setting using a Windows CSP, a [feature update profile](/mem/intune/protect/windows-10-feature-updates) in Intune, or the [Select target Feature Update version setting](/windows/deployment/update/waas-wufb-group-policy#i-want-to-stay-on-a-specific-version) in a group policy. ## Cloud-based management -If you aren’t already taking advantage of cloud-based management capabilities, like those available in the [Microsoft Intune family of products](/mem/endpoint-manager-overview), it's worth considering. In addition to consolidating device management and endpoint security into a single platform, **Microsoft Intune** can better support the diverse bring-your-own-device (BYOD) ecosystem that is increasingly the norm with hybrid work scenarios. It can also enable you to track your progress against compliance and business objectives while protecting user privacy. +If you aren’t already taking advantage of cloud-based management capabilities, like those available in the [Microsoft Intune family of products](/mem/endpoint-manager-overview), it's worth considering. In addition to consolidating device management and endpoint security into a single platform, Microsoft Intune can better support the diverse bring-your-own-device (BYOD) ecosystem that is increasingly the norm with hybrid work scenarios. It can also enable you to track your progress against compliance and business objectives while protecting user privacy. The following are some common use cases and the corresponding [Microsoft Intune](/mem/intune/fundamentals/what-is-intune) capabilities that support them: -- **Provision and pre-configure new Windows 11 devices**: [Windows Autopilot](/mem/autopilot/windows-autopilot) enables you to deploy new Windows 11 devices in a “business-ready” state that includes your desired **applications, settings, and policies**. It can also be used to change the edition of Windows. For example, you can upgrade from Professional to Enterprise edition and gain the use of advanced features. The [Windows Autopilot diagnostics page](/mem/autopilot/windows-autopilot-whats-new#preview-windows-autopilot-diagnostics-page) is a new feature that is available when you use in **Windows Autopilot** to deploy Windows 11. +- **Provision and pre-configure new Windows 11 devices**: [Windows Autopilot](/mem/autopilot/windows-autopilot) enables you to deploy new Windows 11 devices in a “business-ready” state that includes your desired applications, settings, and policies. It can also be used to change the edition of Windows. For example, you can upgrade from Professional to Enterprise edition and gain the use of advanced features. The [Windows Autopilot diagnostics page](/mem/autopilot/windows-autopilot-whats-new#preview-windows-autopilot-diagnostics-page) is a new feature that is available when you use in Windows Autopilot to deploy Windows 11. - **Configure rules and control settings for users, apps, and devices**: When you enroll devices in [Microsoft Intune](/mem/intune/fundamentals/what-is-intune), administrators have full control over apps, settings, features, and security for both Windows 11 and Windows 10. You can also use app protection policies to require multifactor authentication (MFA) for specific apps. - **Streamline device management for frontline, remote, and onsite workers**: Introduced with Windows 10, [cloud configuration](/mem/intune/fundamentals/cloud-configuration) is a standard, easy-to-manage, device configuration that is cloud-optimized for users with specific workflow needs. It can be deployed to devices running the Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions of Windows 11 by using Microsoft Intune. @@ -70,7 +70,7 @@ If you're exclusively using an on-premises device management solution (for examp ## Review servicing approach and policies -Every organization will transition to Windows 11 at its own pace. **Microsoft** is committed to supporting you through your migration to **Windows 11**, whether you're a fast adopter or will make the transition over the coming months or years. +Every organization will transition to Windows 11 at its own pace. Microsoft is committed to supporting you through your migration to Windows 11, whether you're a fast adopter or will make the transition over the coming months or years. When you think of operating system updates as an ongoing process, you'll automatically improve your ability to deploy updates. This approach enables you to stay current with less effort, and less impact on productivity. To begin, think about how you roll out Windows feature updates today: which devices, and at what pace. @@ -83,13 +83,13 @@ For detailed information, see [Create a deployment plan](/windows/deployment/upd #### Review policies -Review deployment-related policies, taking into consideration your organization's security objectives, update compliance deadlines and device activity. Apply changes where you can gain a clear improvement, particularly regarding the speed of the update process or security. +Review deployment-related policies, taking into consideration your organization's security objectives, update compliance deadlines, and device activity. Apply changes where you can gain a clear improvement, particularly regarding the speed of the update process or security. #### Validate apps and infrastructure -To validate that your apps, infrastructure, and deployment processes are ready for **Windows 11**, join the [Windows Insider Program for Business](https://insider.windows.com/for-business-getting-started), and opt into the [Release Preview Channel](/windows-insider/business/validate-Release-Preview-Channel). +To validate that your apps, infrastructure, and deployment processes are ready for Windows 11, join the [Windows Insider Program for Business](https://insider.windows.com/for-business-getting-started), and opt into the [Release Preview Channel](/windows-insider/business/validate-Release-Preview-Channel). -If you use [Windows Server Update Service (WSUS)](/windows-server/administration/windows-server-update-services/get-started/windows-server-update-services-wsus), you can deploy directly from the Windows Insider Pre-release category using one of the following processes: +If you use [Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)](/windows-server/administration/windows-server-update-services/get-started/windows-server-update-services-wsus), you can deploy directly from the Windows Insider Pre-release category using one of the following processes: - Set **Manage Preview Builds** to **Release Preview** in Windows Update for Business. - Use Azure Virtual Desktop and Azure Marketplace images. @@ -119,7 +119,7 @@ At a high level, the tasks involved are: ## User readiness -Don't overlook the importance of user readiness to deliver an effective, enterprise-wide deployment of Windows 11. Windows 11 has a familiar design, but your users will see several enhancements to the overall user interface. They'll also need to adapt to changes in menus and settings pages. Therefore, consider the following tasks to prepare users and your IT support staff for **Windows 11**: +Don't overlook the importance of user readiness to deliver an effective, enterprise-wide deployment of Windows 11. Windows 11 has a familiar design, but your users will see several enhancements to the overall user interface. They'll also need to adapt to changes in menus and settings pages. Therefore, consider the following tasks to prepare users and your IT support staff for Windows 11: - Create a communications schedule to ensure that you provide the right message at the right time to the right groups of users, based on when they'll see the changes. - Draft concise emails that inform users of what changes they can expect to see. Offer tips on how to use or customize their experience. Include information about support and help desk options. From f85d82276dc603061c70b207af0d31f1af4ed121 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Meghan Stewart <33289333+mestew@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Thu, 19 Oct 2023 07:53:39 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 4/4] Update windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md branding tweak --- windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md b/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md index abe8775870..fb11714e70 100644 --- a/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md +++ b/windows/whats-new/windows-11-prepare.md @@ -32,7 +32,7 @@ The tools that you use for core workloads during Windows 10 deployments can stil #### On-premises solutions -- If you use [Windows Server Update Service (WSUS)](/windows-server/administration/windows-server-update-services/get-started/windows-server-update-services-wsus), you'll need to sync the new Windows 11 product category. After you sync the product category, you'll see Windows 11 offered as an option. If you would like to validate Windows 11 prior to release, you can sync the **Windows Insider Pre-release** category as well. +- If you use [Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)](/windows-server/administration/windows-server-update-services/get-started/windows-server-update-services-wsus), you'll need to sync the new Windows 11 product category. After you sync the product category, you'll see Windows 11 offered as an option. If you would like to validate Windows 11 prior to release, you can sync the **Windows Insider Pre-release** category as well. > [!NOTE] > During deployment, you will be prompted to agree to the Microsoft Software License Terms on behalf of your users. Additionally, you will not see an x86 option because Windows 11 is not supported on 32-bit architecture.