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title: Windows 10 for Education (Windows 10)
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description: Learn how to use Windows 10 in schools.
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keywords: Windows 10, education
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ms.prod: w10
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ms.mktglfcycl: deploy
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ms.sitesec: library
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ms.pagetype: edu
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ms.localizationpriority: medium
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author: dansimp
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ms.author: dansimp
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ms.date: 10/13/2017
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# Windows 10 for Education
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##  Learn
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**[Windows 10 editions for education customers](windows-editions-for-education-customers.md)**
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Windows 10, version 1607 introduces two editions designed for the unique needs of K-12 institutions: Windows 10 Pro Education and Windows 10 Education. These editions provide education-specific default settings for the evolving landscape in K-12 education IT environments.
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**[Compare each Windows edition](https://www.microsoft.com/WindowsForBusiness/Compare)**
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Find out more about the features and functionality we support in each edition of Windows.
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**[Get Windows 10 Education or Windows 10 Pro Education](https://www.microsoft.com/education/buy-license/overview-of-how-to-buy/default.aspx?tabshow=schools)**
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When you've made your decision, find out how to buy Windows for your school.
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##  Plan
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**[Windows 10 configuration recommendations for education customers](configure-windows-for-education.md)**
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Provides guidance on ways to customize the OS diagnostic data, consumer experiences, Cortana, search, and some of the preinstalled apps, so that Windows is ready for your school.
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**[Deployment recommendations for school IT administrators](edu-deployment-recommendations.md)**
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Learn how to customize the OS privacy settings, Skype, and Xbox for Windows-based devices used in schools so that you can choose what information is shared with Microsoft.
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**[Get Minecraft Education Edition](get-minecraft-for-education.md)**
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Minecraft Education Edition is built for learning. Learn how to get early access and add it to your Microsoft Store for Business for distribution.
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**[Take tests in Windows 10](take-tests-in-windows-10.md)**
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Take a Test is a new app that lets you create the right environment for taking tests. Learn how to use and get it set up.
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**[Chromebook migration guide](chromebook-migration-guide.md)**
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Find out how you can migrate a Chromebook-based learning environment to a Windows 10-based learning environment.
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##  Deploy
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**[Set up Windows devices for education](set-up-windows-10.md)**
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Depending on your school's device management needs, you can use the Set up School PCs app or the Windows Configuration Designer tool to quickly set up student PCs.
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**[Deploy Windows 10 in a school](deploy-windows-10-in-a-school.md)**
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Get step-by-step guidance to help you deploy Windows 10 in a school environment.
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**[Deploy Windows 10 in a school district](deploy-windows-10-in-a-school-district.md)**
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Get step-by-step guidance on how to deploy Windows 10 to PCs and devices across a school district.
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**[Test Windows 10 S on existing Windows 10 education devices](test-windows10s-for-edu.md)**
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Test Windows 10 S on various Windows 10 devices (except Windows 10 Home) in your school and share your feedback with us.
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##  Switch
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**[Switch to Windows 10 Pro Education from Windows 10 Pro or Windows 10 S](change-to-pro-education.md)**
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If you have an education tenant and use Windows 10 Pro or Windows 10 S in your schools, find out how you can opt-in to a free switch to Windows 10 Pro Education.
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## Windows 8.1
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Follow these links to find step-by-step guidance on how to deploy Windows 8.1 in an academic environment.
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<p><b><a href="/previous-versions/windows/it-pro/windows-8.1-and-8/dn645509(v=ws.11)" target="_blank">Windows 8.1 deployment planning</a></b><br />Explore key considerations and questions that should be answered when planning for Windows 8.1 deployment.</p>
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<p><b><a href="/previous-versions/windows/it-pro/windows-8.1-and-8/dn645528(v=ws.11)" target="_blank">Windows 8.1 deployment to PCs</a></b><br />Get an overview of Windows 8.1 deployment to PCs in an educational environment.</p>
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<p><b><a href="/previous-versions/windows/it-pro/windows-8.1-and-8/dn645510(v=ws.11)" target="_blank">BYOD</a></b><br />Explore Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) considerations, including device types, infrastructure, and deployment models.</p>
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<p><b><a href="/previous-versions/windows/it-pro/windows-8.1-and-8/dn645488(v=ws.11)" target="_blank">Deploying Windows RT 8.1</a></b><br />Get step-by-step instructions on how to configure and deploy Windows RT devices (like Surface and other tablets) in educational environments.</p>
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<p><b><a href="/previous-versions/windows/it-pro/windows-8.1-and-8/dn645483(v=ws.11)" target="_blank">Virtual Desktop Infrastructure</a></b><br />Learn how to address challenges related to BYOD scenarios using Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI).</p>
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<p><b><a href="/previous-versions/windows/it-pro/windows-8.1-and-8/dn645532(v=ws.11)" target="_blank">Microsoft Store apps</a></b><br />Explore Microsoft Store app deployment strategies and considerations for educational institutions running Windows 8.1.</p>
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<p><b><a href="/previous-versions/windows/it-pro/windows-8.1-and-8/dn645486(v=ws.11)" target="_blank">Windows To Go</a></b><br />Learn about the benefits, limitations, and processes involved in deploying Windows To Go.</p>
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## Related articles
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- [Microsoft Education documentation and resources](/education)
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- [Windows for business](https://www.microsoft.com/windows/business)
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- [Microsoft 365 for business](https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/business)
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