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IT resources to plan, prepare, and deploy Windows

Message ID
MC1469811
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Service
Windows
Category
Stay Informed
Tag
Admin impact
Rollout
September 2026

Details

What and why:
New and updated resources are available whether you’re a seasoned IT pro or earlier in your career. Learn how to effectively roll out feature updates to Windows devices and Microsoft 365 Apps in advance of the upcoming Windows 11, version 26H2.
 
Rollout schedule:
  • All these resources are freely available now.
  • The Windows 11, version 26H2 annual feature update is coming soon.

Impact on your organization:
You can deploy updates faster and support your remote workforce by following a three-phase process: plan > prepare > deploy.
 
Action required/recommendations:
Complete a redesigned Microsoft learning path for free. It consists of three learning modules:
  1. Plan to deploy updates for Windows clients and Microsoft 365 apps (23 mins)
  2. Prepare to Deploy Updates for Windows Client and Microsoft 365 Apps (44 mins)
  3. Deploy Updates For Windows Client And Microsoft 365 Apps (48 mins)

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Compliance considerations:
  • No compliance considerations are identified. Review as appropriate for your organization.

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