check before: 2025-11-03
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Intune, Windows, Windows Server
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Start using the newest Windows 11 capabilities with helpful tips and actionable steps summarized in one place. Discover news about Microsoft Ignite 2025, update and driver management, Windows 11 productivity features, Microsoft Intune, AI capabilities, lifecycle milestones, security, and more.
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Improvements summarized in this monthly recap are already available. Note that some of them are rolling out gradually.
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2025-11-03
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Hotpatch Updates
Without proper preparation, the implementation of hotpatch updates may lead to system instability or unexpected downtime, affecting user productivity and access to critical applications.
- roles: IT Administrator, End User
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/bg-p/Windows-ITPro-blog, https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/blog/?msockid=0a62a344849c68fe1290b07a85ff6967
Removal of In-box Apps
The new policy to remove select provisioned in-box apps may disrupt workflows if users rely on these applications, leading to confusion and decreased efficiency.
- roles: IT Administrator, End User
- references: https://aka.ms/WindowsNewsYouCanUse/October2025, https://support.microsoft.com/topic/windows-11-version-25h2-update-history-99c7f493-df2a-4832-bd2d-6706baa0dec0
New Intune Settings Catalog
Introducing new settings for Windows 11 in the Intune Settings Catalog without adequate training may result in misconfigurations, leading to security vulnerabilities and compliance issues.
- roles: IT Administrator, Compliance Officer
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-intune-blog/bg-p/MicrosoftEndpointManagerBlog, https://support.microsoft.com/topic/windows-server-2025-update-history-10f58da7-e57b-4a9d-9c16-9f1dcd72d7d7
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Enhanced Security Compliance with Hotpatch Updates
Implementing hotpatch updates can significantly reduce the time to achieve security compliance, minimizing downtime and enhancing overall system security. This allows for quicker deployment of critical security updates without the need for full reboots, improving user productivity.
- next-steps: Evaluate the current patch management process and integrate hotpatch updates into the existing workflow. Train IT staff on the new hotpatching process and monitor compliance metrics post-implementation.
- roles: IT Security Manager, System Administrator, Compliance Officer
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/bg-p/Windows-ITPro-blog" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/bg-p/Windows-ITPro-blog, https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/blog/?msockid=0a62a344849c68fe1290b07a85ff6967
Streamlined App Management with In-Box App Removal Policy
The new policy for removing select provisioned in-box apps simplifies the management of applications on devices, reducing clutter and improving user experience. This allows IT departments to maintain a cleaner environment without complex imaging processes.
- next-steps: Identify the in-box apps that can be removed from the organizationâs devices. Update the Intune policies accordingly and communicate changes to users to ensure smooth transitions.
- roles: IT Administrator, Help Desk Manager, User Experience Designer
- references: https://aka.ms/WindowsNewsYouCanUse/October2025, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-intune-blog/bg-p/MicrosoftEndpointManagerBlog
Utilization of New Microsoft Intune Capabilities
Leveraging the new capabilities in Microsoft Intune can simplify the upgrade process to Windows 11, enhancing the overall user experience and reducing the administrative burden on IT teams. This includes better device management and user support.
- next-steps: Conduct training sessions for IT staff on the new Intune capabilities. Review current device management strategies and integrate the new features to streamline operations.
- roles: IT Manager, Device Management Specialist, Training Coordinator
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/topic/windows-11-version-25h2-update-history-99c7f493-df2a-4832-bd2d-6706baa0dec0, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/bg-p/Windows-ITPro-blog" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/bg-p/Windows-ITPro-blog
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