Windows 10: Windows 11 After 22H2 Update Forcing BitLocker Encryption on USB Devices Domain-Joined PC

Hello,I'm encountering an issue on multiple PCs running Windows 11, after updating to version 22H2. Whenever a USB drive is plugged in, the system automatically prompts to enable BitLocker encryption on the drive. However, the USB drive itself does not use any encryption, and the prompt seems to be forced upon us without any clear reason. Windows Version: Windows 11 22H2Domain: The PC is domain-joined via Active Directory.Group Policies: No Group Policies GP have been applied that would mandate BitLocker encryption on removable drives.Encryption: The USB drive is not encrypted, but Windo

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Bitlocker forced to auto-encrypt on Creators Update?

It's a feature since Windows 8.1. All computers which meet certain hardware specifications (called 'InstantGo' for Windows 8.1, although I think it's less stringent for Windows 10, but it does require non-rotational/ solid state drive for the system drive) will have Device Encryption turned on on the system drive. This is all versions of Windows, even Windows 10 Home which don't have full Bitlocker.

I believe you can turn it off in Settings - on my tablet it's in Settings under System, then About, and Device Encryption is at the bottom. (Although I'm still running an older version of Windows 10 on it - need to free up some disk space before it will upgrade - so the option may have moved.)

Edit: or you could open Settings and type Encryption into the search box, which may find it.

Edit2: from https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/win...iew-windows-10

 

Can't join domain after update to 22H2

I've updated to Windows 11 22H2 through clean installation and now I can't join the domain controller.

 

Windows 11 22H2 Domain Joined and the minimum Domain Controllers domain and forest functional level supported by this operating system

Hello MS Community ,

I am writing to seek clarification and guidance regarding the domain joining requirements and the minimum domain controllers domain and forest functional level supported by Windows 11 22H2.
currently we planning an upgrade to Windows 11 22H2 for our client machines.
Windows Server Domain Controllers environment with a domain and forest functional level of Windows Server 2008 is supported for this scenario ? .

To facilitate a smooth transition and avoid any potential compatibility issues, we kindly request your assistance in addressing the following:

What is the minimum domain functional level required for Windows 11 22H2 domain joining?

What is the minimum forest functional level required for Windows 11 22H2 domain joining?

Are there any specific considerations or limitations regarding the forest & domain functional level ?