Microsoft unveils an upgraded edition of Windows 10
Your Updated Guide to Windows 10 May 2021 Update
Hey there, geeks! This article's all about the latest goodies Windows 10 May 2021 has in store – but we ain't talkin' 'bout your run-of-the-mill consumer updates here. You betcha, folks are hype about the enterprise-geared features!
First off, here's the deal with the update: Most PCs will get it soon, but Microsoft's taken its sweet time rollin' it out to everyone, particularly 'cause new devices with pre-installed versions are just around the corner. But if you're a personal user with Windows Hello and an external camera, fret not – you'll get multi-camera support too!
Now, let's dive deeper into the enterprise-y side of things. The following features are designed exclusively for the corporate world:
- The slick new browser: Say goodbye to the old-school Edge and say hello to the Chromium-based Edge. Unfortunately, Adobe Flash Player bids adieu too.
- Photography buffs, rejoice: Windows Hello gets a boost with support for multiple cameras!
- Defender's Application Guard: Beefed up for speedier performance.
- Improved Group Policy Service: Faster, more efficient support for remote work.
But there's more to the story than just these features. The real action lies in the enterprise-focused deployment and security protocols:- Enterprise users can deploy updates offline and manage cumulative updates with WSUS requirements, including mandatory SSUs.- Microsoft emphasizes compliance with organizational policies, ensuring secure and layered configurations.- May 2021 updates prioritize hardening against threats while maintaining compatibility with enterprise apps.- For devices ineligible for Windows 11, enterprises can use Windows 365 subscriptions to access hybrid cloud-based Windows 11 environments while receiving extended security updates.
In conclusion, while the base 21H2 update may not present new enterprise standalone features, its deployment framework ensures predictable update cycles and reduced feature churn, critical for business environments. Happy updating, folks!
- The Chromium-based version of the browser, replacing the old Edge, is confirmed in the Windows 10 May 2021 Update.
- Windows 10 May 2021 Update offers a technology enhancement to Windows Hello, allowing support for multiple cameras.
- For management of updates and cumulative updates, enterprises can utilize Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) requirements, including mandatory Servicing Stack Updates (SSUs), with the Windows 10 May 2021 Update.
