As Microsoft continues to innovate across the Windows ecosystem, the latest updates bring powerful AI-driven experiences and enhanced security features to Copilot+ PCs, including Surface Pro (11th Edition) for Business and Surface Laptop (7th Edition) for Business.

In this post, we’ll highlight key announcements that are now available or coming soon, offering IT pros the tools they need to stay ahead of the curve.

New experiences coming to Copilot+ PCs & Windows 11

Microsoft continues to drive innovation in the AI space with new features for Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11. These experiences are designed to streamline workflows, enhance security and boost productivity for both personal and professional users. Surface Pro (11th Edition) for Business and Surface Laptop (7th Edition) are among the devices that will benefit from these updates, leveraging the power of AI.

Copilot+ PCs will benefit from native apps optimized for Arm processors and enhanced compatibility across productivity, VPN, and entertainment apps. These innovations, available to Windows Insider users starting this fall, 1 mark a significant step forward in making PCs faster, smarter and more secure.

Learn more from Pavan Davuluri, Corporate Vice President, Windows + Devices:

 New experiences coming to Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11 | Windows Experience Blog

Windows 11, version 24H2: What’s new for IT pros

The latest Windows 11, version 24H2, is now available via WSUS and Windows Update for Business. This release brings 36 months of support for Enterprise and Education editions of Windows 11, version 24H22 making it an ideal time for organizations to begin targeted deployments. Our latest Surface devices are optimized to take full advantage of these updates.

For IT pros managing deployment and security, refreshed tools such as the Windows 11 Security Baseline and Group Policy settings are now available. The release also includes updates for Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) and additional resources for Windows Enterprise evaluation and Windows Autopatch.

With this release, organizations can ensure smoother deployments while enhancing security and user experience across their device fleets, including Surface devices.

Learn more from Harjit Dhaliwal, Senior Product Marketing Manager for Cloud Endpoints:

Windows 11, version 24H2: What’s new for IT pros – Windows IT Pro Blog (microsoft.com)

Update on Recall security and privacy architecture

With AI becoming a core part of Windows, Microsoft is committed to enhancing security and privacy, especially with features like Recall on Copilot+ PCs. Recall offers a new way to find what you’ve seen on your PC, securely and privately. Note that Recall will be off by default for all commercial devices. 3

Advanced privacy controls and protections ensure that Recall not only delivers powerful AI-driven features but also maintains the highest levels of security and privacy.

Stay tuned: Our partners in Windows will share additional details about Recall controls and other exciting Copilot+ PC updates at Microsoft Ignite, Nov. 19-21. Join the event to discover how these innovations can elevate your Surface device experience.

Learn more from David Weston, Vice President Enterprise and OS Security at Microsoft:

Update on Recall security and privacy architecture | Windows Experience Blog

How to get new experiences for Windows 11

AI-driven experiences for Copilot+ PCs: Starting in November, Windows Insiders will be the first to experience new AI features that offer a more natural, conversational way to get things done on your PC.
Windows 11 24H2 Update: Available now, this update is rolling out in phases, prioritizing eligible devices4 running Windows 11, version 22H2 and 23H25 that are ready for a seamless experience. To get it sooner, navigate to Settings > Windows Update and opt in for the latest updates.
Commercial and education customers: The 24H2 update is now available via Windows Server Update Services and other enterprise channels. This release also marks the launch of the next Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) version, providing up to five years of support for specialized environments like healthcare and manufacturing.

Learn more from John Cable – Vice President, Program Management, Windows Servicing and Delivery: 

How to get new experiences for Windows 11 | Windows Experience Blog

Documentation

See What’s new in Windows 11, version 24H2 for IT pros | Microsoft Learn.

References

1. Please visit aka.ms/copilotpluspcs for more detail on the rollout as it becomes available.

2. Home and Pro editions of Windows 11, version 24H2 receive 24 months of support. For more details, see the Windows lifecycle FAQ.

3. Commercial devices are defined as devices running an Enterprise or Education SKU, devices running a premium SKU that are managed by an IT administrator (whether via Microsoft Intune or other endpoint management solution), devices that have a volume license key, or devices that are joined to a domain.

4. We will notify you when the Windows 11 2024 Update is ready for your device. Look out for the Windows Update tray icon, check the Power Menu, or visit the Windows Update Settings page. We may also send you a notification to ensure you don’t miss out on the latest enhancements.

5. Windows 11 eligible devices on Windows 11, versions 22H2 and 23H2, require the May 2024 non-security preview update and a full operating system (OS) swap to update to Windows 11, version 24H2.

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