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..6622c962e1 --- /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 [Managing Windows 10 tips, tricks and suggestions & Windows Store suggestions in Windows 10 Anniversary Update (version 1607)](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 [Managing Windows 10 tips, tricks and suggestions & Windows Store suggestions in Windows 10 Anniversary Update (version 1607)](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/manage/TOC.md b/windows/manage/TOC.md index 9f2fa4ec37..c7fae648b6 100644 --- a/windows/manage/TOC.md +++ b/windows/manage/TOC.md @@ -3,7 +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 user experiences in Windows 10](manage-user-experiences-windows-10.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/manage-corporate-devices.md b/windows/manage/manage-corporate-devices.md index 17b3b0df5c..1bd87ca5e2 100644 --- a/windows/manage/manage-corporate-devices.md +++ b/windows/manage/manage-corporate-devices.md @@ -115,7 +115,7 @@ Microsoft Virtual Academy course: [System Center 2012 R2 Configuration Manager & ## Related topics -[Manage user experiences in Windows 10](manage-user-experiences-windows-10.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) diff --git a/windows/manage/manage-tips-and-suggestions.md b/windows/manage/manage-tips-and-suggestions.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..7ebb3f2f5b --- /dev/null +++ b/windows/manage/manage-tips-and-suggestions.md @@ -0,0 +1,55 @@ +--- +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 editions. + + + + + +## 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) + + +  + +  + + + + + diff --git a/windows/manage/manage-user-experiences-windows-10.md b/windows/manage/manage-user-experiences-windows-10.md deleted file mode 100644 index 305b236f7c..0000000000 --- a/windows/manage/manage-user-experiences-windows-10.md +++ /dev/null @@ -1,65 +0,0 @@ ---- -title: Manage user experiences in Windows 10 (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 user experiences in Windows 10, version 1607 - - -**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. ] - -Windows 10 is available in several editions, providing choice and convenience to organizations based on their requirements. Windows 10 Enterprise, available through Volume Licensing, is for organizations that require deep and granular manageability, control, and security capabilities. Windows 10 Pro was designed for organizations who do not require or need the level of functionality in the enterprise edition, but still would like to purchase Windows 10 through volume licensing in bulk. For organizations that do not want to buy in bulk or do not have dedicated IT staff, we will offer [Windows 10 Enterprise E3 as an online service subscription](https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2016/07/12/announcing-new-subscription-options-for-windows-10-and-surface-for-businesses/) in the Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) program. Additionally, the same enterprise capabilities that come with Windows 10 Enterprise are available to schools and universities through [Windows 10 Education](https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/edu/windows/index). - -Windows 10 provides organizations with various options to manage an employee’s user experience so they can ensure a consistent and predictable experience for employees. Based on specific business requirements, IT pros can use Group Policy or mobile device management (MDM) to: - -- Provide a default user experience based on their organizational standards. -- Configure a device for a specific, controlled scenario such as a kiosk that displays a single application or shared PC which would automatically reset when the employee signs off. -- Restrict access to services such as Cortana or the Windows Store. - - -The following table describes the user experience features that are manageable in Windows 10, version 1607 (also known as the Anniversary Update): - -| Feature | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 10 Education | Windows 10 Enterprise | -| --- | --- | --- | --- | -| **Windows Spotlight on the lock screen**\*
Photo on the lock screen with hot spots showing Microsoft messages

For instance, an image of a person of action, with a hotspot indicating how the user can take advantage of action center to quickly take actions, linking to an online help topic.
![spotlight](images/spotlight2.png) | - On by default
- Can restrict to Microsoft content only
- Can allow non-Microsoft content
- Cannot disable | - Off by default
- Can restrict to Microsoft content only
- Can allow non-Microsoft content
- Can disable | - On by default
- Can restrict to Microsoft content only
- Can allow non-Microsoft content
- Can disable | -| **Facts, tips, and more on lock screen**\*
Hot spot only on top of a user-chosen picture

For instance, a famous quote from Mark Twain and a link to a page with additional quotes.
![twain quote](images/twain.png)|- On by default
- Can restrict to Microsoft content only
- Can allow non-Microsoft content
- Cannot disable | - Off by default
- Can restrict to Microsoft content only
- Can allow non-Microsoft content
- Can disable | - On by default
- Can restrict to Microsoft content only
- Can allow non-Microsoft content
- Can disable | -| **Start menu app suggestions**\*
Suggestions for apps to download in the Start menu

For instance, an app suggestion for the free Sway app to help users create engaging presentations.| - On by default
- Can restrict to Microsoft content only
- Can allow non-Microsoft content
- Cannot disable | - Off by default
- Can disable | - On by default
- Can restrict to Microsoft content only
- Can allow non-Microsoft content
- Can disable | -| **Additional apps on Start**\*
Pre-installed apps or links to apps in the Start menu, such as Wunderlist or a link to install Skype

For instance, users may find a few new pre-installed apps on their device: a popular free task-tracking app such as Wunderlist, or a free app to learn new languages such as Duolingo, or utilities like the Weather Channel app. | - On by default
- Can restrict to Microsoft content only
- Can allow non-Microsoft content
- Cannot disable | - Off by default
- Can disable | - On by default
- Can restrict to Microsoft content only
- Can allow non-Microsoft content
- Can disable | -| **Microsoft account notifications**\*
Toasts that notify you of anything related to your Microsoft account, such as credit cards expiring, as well as family safety

For instance, if the user’s subscription to a Microsoft service like Xbox Live is expiring, or parental control notifications. | - On by default
- Can restrict to Microsoft content only
- Can allow non-Microsoft content
- Cannot disable | - Off by default
- Can disable | - On by default
- Can disable | -| **Windows tips**\*
Tips that pop up to help navigate Windows

For instance, a tooltip to illustrate how users can pin apps that they frequently use to their taskbar for quicker access, or a contextual app suggestion. | - On by default
- Can restrict to Microsoft content only
- Can allow non-Microsoft content
- Cannot disable | - Off by default
- Can disable | - On by default
- Can restrict to Microsoft content only
- Can allow non-Microsoft content
- Can disable | -| **Windows Store** | - On by default
- Cannot disable using Group Policy or MDM| - On by default
- Can disable | - On by default
- Can disable | -| **Cortana** | - On by default
- Can disable, except for the **Don't search the web or display web results** settings| - Off by default
- Cannot enable | - On by default
- Can disable | - - -\*For Windows 10 Enterprise PCs, or Windows 10 Pro PCs that are joined to Active Directory or Azure Active Directory, the content shown by these features is limited to utilities and productivity apps, tips, and help content for using Windows 10. These devices will not see consumer-oriented content like games. - ->**Note:** When these features are not managed, users can turn them on or off individually using **Settings**. - - - - -## 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) - - -  - -  - - - - -