check before: 2025-09-02
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Copilot, Intune, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Universal Print, Windows, Windows Server
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If you're an IT professional or decision maker, start using the newest Windows 11 capabilities with helpful tips and actionable steps summarized in one place. Discover enhancements to the Windows out-of-box experience (OOBE) for quality updates, hotpatching, productivity features, update and driver management, AI, and more. Learn how to get started with these and other improvements across Microsoft Intune, Windows Server, and Windows security.
When will this happen:
Improvements summarized in this monthly recap are already available. Note that some of them are rolling out gradually.
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2025-09-03
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2025-09-03
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Direct effects for Operations**
Windows Backup for Organizations
Without proper preparation, data loss may occur during the backup process, leading to potential downtime and loss of critical information.
- roles: IT Administrator, Data Analyst
- references: https://aka.ms/WindowsNewsYouCanUse/August2025
Virtualization-Based Security (VBS) for Hotpatch Readiness
Enabling VBS without testing may lead to compatibility issues with existing applications, causing disruptions in user workflows.
- roles: System Administrator, End User
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/topic/windows-11-version-24h2-update-history-0929c747-1815-4543-8461-0160d16f15e5
Integrating Zero Trust with Cloud-Native Windows
Implementing Zero Trust without adequate training may confuse users, leading to increased support requests and decreased productivity.
- roles: Security Officer, Help Desk Support
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-intune-blog/bg-p/MicrosoftEndpointManagerBlog
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explanation for non-techies**
Imagine you're upgrading your office's coffee machine to a new model that not only brews coffee faster but also offers new features like automatic milk frothing and personalized drink settings. This upgrade is similar to the recent improvements in Windows 11, where the operating system has been enhanced with new capabilities to make your work processes smoother and more efficient.
One of the key updates is the enhanced out-of-box experience (OOBE) for quality updates. Think of this as setting up your new coffee machine with a guided setup process that ensures you get the best brew right from the start. Windows 11 now offers a more streamlined setup process for updates, ensuring that your system is ready to go with minimal fuss.
Hotpatching is another feature that has been improved. It's like having a coffee machine that can be cleaned and maintained without needing to be turned off, allowing you to enjoy your coffee without interruptions. In the IT world, hotpatching allows systems to receive important updates without needing to restart, keeping everything running smoothly.
Productivity features have also been enhanced, similar to how your new coffee machine might offer a timer function so your coffee is ready when you wake up. Windows 11 now includes tools that help you manage tasks more efficiently, like the integration of AI with Microsoft 365 Copilot, which can assist in automating repetitive tasks and providing insights.
Update and driver management has been improved, akin to how your coffee machine might notify you when it's time to descale or refill the water tank. Windows 11 provides better tools for managing updates and drivers, ensuring that your systems are always up-to-date and functioning optimally.
The integration of Zero Trust with cloud-native Windows is like having a secure lock on your coffee machine, ensuring that only authorized users can access it. This security feature helps protect your organization's data by verifying every access request, whether it's coming from inside or outside the network.
Lastly, the pull print capability in Universal Print is like being able to send a coffee order from your phone to the machine, so it's ready when you arrive. This feature allows you to print documents from anywhere, making it easier to manage printing tasks across different locations.
These updates are already available, and while some are rolling out gradually, you can start seeing improvements in your organization's workflows. To learn more about these enhancements and how to implement them, you can read the monthly recap and additional information provided by Microsoft.
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