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# Windows as a service

Find the tools and resources you need to help deploy and support Windows as a service in your organization.

## Latest news, videos, & podcasts

Find the latest and greatest news on Windows 10 deployment and servicing.

**Discovering the Windows 10 Update history pages**
> [!VIDEO https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/mTnAb9XjMPY]

Everyone wins when transparency is a top priority. We want you to know when updates are available, as well as alert you to any potential issues you may encounter during or after you install an update. Bookmark the <a href="https://aka.ms/WindowsReleaseHealth">Windows release health dashboard</a> for near real-time information on known issues, workarounds, and resolutions--as well as the current status of the latest feature update rollout.

The latest news:
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<li><a href="https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-IT-Pro-Blog/How-to-get-Extended-Security-Updates-for-eligible-Windows/ba-p/917807">How to get Extended Security Updates for eligible Windows devices </a> - October 17, 2019</li>
<li><a href="https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-IT-Pro-Blog/End-of-service-reminders-for-Windows-10-versions-1703-and-1803/ba-p/903715">End of service reminders for Windows 10, versions 1703 and 1803  </a> - October 9, 2019</li>
<li><a href="https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-IT-Pro-Blog/Using-machine-learning-to-improve-the-Windows-10-update/ba-p/877860">Using machine learning to improve the Windows 10 update experience  </a> - September 26, 2019</li>
<li><a href="https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-IT-Pro-Blog/Publishing-pre-release-Windows-10-feature-updates-to-WSUS/ba-p/845054
">Publishing pre-release Windows 10 feature updates to WSUS  </a> - September 24, 2019</li>
<li><a href="https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-IT-Pro-Blog/New-extended-support-dates-for-MDOP-tools/ba-p/837312">New extended support dates for MDOP tools   </a> - September 4, 2019</li>
<li><a href="https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-IT-Pro-Blog/FastTrack-for-Windows-10-deployment-and-other-migration/ba-p/800406">FastTrack for Windows 10 deployment and other migration resources   </a> - August 12, 2019</li>
<li><a href="https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-IT-Pro-Blog/Tactical-considerations-for-creating-Windows-deployment-rings/ba-p/746979">Tactical considerations for creating Windows deployment rings   </a> - July 10, 2019</li>
<li><a href="https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-IT-Pro-Blog/Upgrading-Windows-10-devices-with-installation-media-different/ba-p/746126">Upgrading Windows 10 devices with installation media different than the original OS install language</a> - July 9, 2019</li>
<li><a href="https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-IT-Pro-Blog/Moving-to-the-next-Windows-10-feature-update-for-commercial/ba-p/732968">Moving to the next Windows 10 feature update for commercial customers</a> - July 1, 2019</li>
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[See more news](waas-morenews.md). You can also check out the [Windows 10 blog](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-10-Blog/bg-p/Windows10Blog).

## IT pro champs corner
Written by IT pros for IT pros, sharing real world examples and scenarios for Windows 10 deployment and servicing.

<img src="images/champs-2.png" alt="" width="640" height="320">

<a href="https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-IT-Pro-Blog/Tactical-considerations-for-creating-Windows-deployment-rings/ba-p/746979">**NEW** Tactical considerations for creating Windows deployment rings</a>

<a href="https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-IT-Pro-Blog/Windows-10-Enterprise-vs-Windows-10-Pro-Modern-management/ba-p/720445">**NEW** Windows 10 Enterprise vs. Windows 10 Pro: Modern management considerations for your organization</a>

<a href="https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-IT-Pro-Blog/Deployment-rings-The-hidden-strategic-gem-of-Windows-as-a/ba-p/659622">Deployment rings: The hidden [strategic] gem of Windows as a service</a>

<a href="https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/Windows-IT-Pro-Blog/Classifying-Windows-updates-in-common-deployment-tools/ba-p/331175">Classifying Windows updates in common deployment tools</a>

<a href="https://docs.microsoft.com/windows-server/get-started/express-updates">Express updates for Windows Server 2016 re-enabled for November 2018 update
</a>

<a href="https://support.microsoft.com/help/4472027/">2019 SHA-2 Code Signing Support requirement for Windows and WSUS</a>

<a href="https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=2005509">Deploying Windows 10 Feature Updates to 24/7 Mission Critical Devices</a>

## Discover

Learn more about Windows as a service and its value to your organization.

<img src="images/discover-land.png">

<a href="waas-overview.md">Overview of Windows as a service</a>

<a href="waas-quick-start.md">Quick guide to Windows as a service</a>


<a href="../deploy-whats-new.md">What's new in Windows 10 deployment</a>

<a href="https://channel9.msdn.com/events/Ignite/2015/BRK3303">How Microsoft IT deploys Windows 10</a></font>

## Plan

Prepare to implement Windows as a service effectively using the right tools, products, and strategies.

<img src="images/plan-land.png" alt="" />

<a href="https://www.microsoft.com/windowsforbusiness/simplified-updates">Simplified updates</a>

<a href="https://www.microsoft.com/itpro/windows-10/end-user-readiness">Windows 10 end user readiness</a>

<a href="https://developer.microsoft.com/windows/ready-for-windows#/">Ready for Windows</a>

<a href="../upgrade/manage-windows-upgrades-with-upgrade-readiness.md">Manage Windows upgrades with Upgrade Readiness</a>

<a href="https://www.microsoft.com/itshowcase/windows10deployment">Preparing your organization for a seamless Windows 10 deployment</a>

## Deploy

Secure your organization's deployment investment.

<img src="images/deploy-land.png" alt="" />

<a href="index.md">Update Windows 10 in the enterprise</a>

<a href="https://www.microsoft.com/itshowcase/Article/Content/668/Deploying-Windows-10-at-Microsoft-as-an-inplace-upgrade">Deploying as an in-place upgrade</a>

<a href="waas-configure-wufb.md">Configure Windows Update for Business</a>

<a href="waas-optimize-windows-10-updates.md#express-update-delivery">Express update delivery</a>

<a href="../planning/windows-10-deployment-considerations.md">Windows 10 deployment considerations</a>


## Microsoft Ignite 2018
<img src="images/ignite-land.jpg" alt="" width="640" height="320"/>

Looking to learn more? These informative session replays from Microsoft Ignite 2018 (complete with downloadable slide decks) can provide some great insights on Windows as a service.


[BRK3018: Deploying Windows 10 in the enterprise using traditional and modern techniques](https://myignite.techcommunity.microsoft.com/sessions/64509#ignite-html-anchor)

[BRK3019: Delivery Optimization deep dive: How to reduce internet bandwidth impact on your network](https://myignite.techcommunity.microsoft.com/sessions/64510#ignite-html-anchor)

[BRK3020: Using AI to automate Windows and Office update staging with Windows Update for Business](https://myignite.techcommunity.microsoft.com/sessions/64513#ignite-html-anchor)

[BRK3027: Deploying Windows 10: Making the update experience smooth and seamless](https://myignite.techcommunity.microsoft.com/sessions/64612#ignite-html-anchor)

[BRK3039: Windows 10 and Microsoft Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise lifecycle and servicing update](https://myignite.techcommunity.microsoft.com/sessions/66763#ignite-html-anchor)

[BRK3211: Ask the Experts: Successfully deploying, servicing, managing Windows 10](https://myignite.techcommunity.microsoft.com/sessions/65963#ignite-html-anchor)

[THR2234: Windows servicing and delivery fundamentals](https://myignite.techcommunity.microsoft.com/sessions/66741#ignite-html-anchor)

[THR3006: The pros and cons of LTSC in the enterprise](https://myignite.techcommunity.microsoft.com/sessions/64512#ignite-html-anchor)