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    Microsoft introduces the next feature update to Windows 10: 21H2

    Microsoft introduces the next feature update to Windows 10: 21H2


    Last Updated: 30 May 2022 at 09:37

    UPDATE 11/16: How to get Windows 10 21H2 November 2021 Update


    UPDATE 10/21: Microsoft Preparing Windows 10 21H2 November 2021 Update for Release


    While we are excited for the next generation of Windows with Windows 11, we are also focused on supporting the more than 1.3 billion monthly active devices on Windows 10. Today, we are introducing the next feature update to Windows 10: Windows 10, version 21H2. Windows continues to play an important role in people’s lives as they continue to work, learn and have fun in hybrid and remote environments. Our goal is to provide new features and functionality via a fast and reliable update experience to help keep people and organizations protected and productive. Version 21H2 will continue the recent feature update trend of being delivered in an optimized way using servicing technology. Today I will share details on scope, how we plan to service the release and next steps.

    Updated features delivered in a fast, familiar way

    Windows 10, version 21H2 will have a scoped set of features focused on productivity and security, prioritized to meet our customers’ needs based on feedback. New features focused on productivity, management and security include:

    • Adding WPA3 H2E standards support for enhanced Wi-Fi security
    • Windows Hello for Business introduces a new deployment method called cloud trust to support simplified passwordless deployments and achieve a deploy-to-run state within a few minutes
    • GPU compute support in the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) and Azure IoT Edge for Linux on Windows (EFLOW) deployments for machine learning and other compute intensive workflows

    Given the continuation of increased PC engagement for remote and hybrid play, learning and work, we will deliver Windows 10, version 21H2 using servicing technology (like that used for the monthly update process). For consumer or commercial users with devices running version 2004 or later, the Windows 10, version 21H2 update will have a fast installation experience. As this Windows 10 release is targeted for the second half of 2021, Home and Pro editions of version 21H2 will receive 18 months of servicing, and Enterprise and Education editions will have 30 months of servicing. In addition, we will also launch the next version of the Windows 10 Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) based on version 21H2 at the same time, and it will have five years of servicing as announced in February. More information can be found in my recent Windows lifecycle and servicing update, and we’ll have more news on future updates at a later date.

    Next steps

    Our launch approach for version 21H2 continues to fully leverage the Windows Insider Program to obtain user feedback and data insights on quality. Today we will begin releasing 21H2 builds to Windows Insiders who were moved to the Release Preview channel from the Beta channel because their specific devices did not meet the hardware requirements for Windows 11. This enables them to instead experience the latest innovations and enhancements in Windows 10 (note Insiders will not see new features noted in this blog right away, but in future Insider builds as they are ready). Broad availability of Windows 10, version 21H2 will begin later in the second half of this calendar year. We will provide more information on this release and the next Windows 10 LTSC release (including the next IoT Enterprise LTSC release) in the near term. You can always find the latest Windows servicing and update information on the Windows release health hub, now available in 10 languages. We look forward to hearing your feedback.


    Source: Introducing the next feature update to Windows 10: 21H2 | Windows Experience Blog


    Download Windows 10 21H2 build 19044.1288 ISO file from Microsoft:

    32-bit Windows 10 21H2 ISO: https://software-download.microsoft....309765429a6414

    64-bit Windows 10 21H2 ISO: https://software-download.microsoft....d4cd8b6188ad17


    Insider: The KB5003791 Enablement Package allows you to go from 2004, 20H1, or 21H1 to 19044 (v21H2).

    How to Install a CAB File in Windows 10

    Download KB5003791 CAB for Windows 10 v21H2 32-bit (x86) - 28 KB

    Download KB5003791 CAB for Windows 10 v21H2 64-bit (x64) - 24 KB

    Download KB5003791 CAB for Windows 10 v21H2 ARM64 - 24 KB

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  1. Posts : 1,485
    Windows 10 Pro x64-bit Build Latest
       #1

    Making the first contact now:

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  2. Posts : 50,055
    Windows 10 Home 64bit 21H1 and insider builds
       #2

    Getting it now.

    That was quick. Another mini upgrade.
    Last edited by kado897; 16 Jul 2021 at 01:26.
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  3. Posts : 30,579
    Windows 10 (Pro and Insider Pro)
       #3

    kado897 said:
    Getting it now.

    That was quick. Another mini upgrade.
      My Computers


  4. Posts : 1,485
    Windows 10 Pro x64-bit Build Latest
       #4

    Completed okay!
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  5. Posts : 568
    Windows 11 Pro
       #5

    My little atom powered laptop is downloading it now.
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  6. Posts : 56,823
    Multi-boot Windows 10/11 - RTM, RP, Beta, and Insider
       #6

    AndreTen said:
    Andre.... What version of Windows were you on prior to getting this 21H2 update? 1904x.xxxx and channel..... RTM, RP, Beta, or Dev?

    Thanks.........
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    f14tomcat said:
    Andre.... What version of Windows were you on prior to getting this 21H2 update? 1904x.xxxx and channel..... RTM, RP, Beta, or Dev?

    Thanks.........
    Beta latest. Uhm, MS flipped me to RP. Can remember the last number, but it's in Shawn's post

    From release notes.. this is my scenario:
    Our launch approach for version 21H2 continues to fully leverage the Windows Insider Program to obtain user feedback and data insights on quality. Today we will begin releasing 21H2 builds to Windows Insiders who were moved to the Release Preview channel from the Beta channel because their specific devices did not meet the hardware requirements for Windows 11.
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  8. Posts : 56,823
    Multi-boot Windows 10/11 - RTM, RP, Beta, and Insider
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    AndreTen said:
    Beta latest. Uhm, MS flipped me to RP. Can remember the last number, but it's in Shawn's post
    Thanks. Probably 19043.1110. Reason I ask is I got the same flip from Beta to RP (insane rules!) but was not offered the Update. Even after several restarts.
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  9. Posts : 50,055
    Windows 10 Home 64bit 21H1 and insider builds
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    f14tomcat said:
    Thanks. Probably 19043.1110. Reason I ask is I got the same flip from Beta to RP (insane rules!) but was not offered the Update. Even after several restarts.
    I got it on a beta flipped to RP too.
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