Windows 10: Windows 10 21H2 inches closer to launch with these new features

WinLatest · Aug 21, 2021

Windows 10 21H2 is now a step closer to release as Microsoft has finally started testing its features with testers in the Release Preview Channel of the Windows Insider program. Alongside Windows 11, Windows 10 version 21H2 is now set to launch in October-November as the second feature update of 2021.

Although Windows 11 is the operating system’s next big release, Microsoft has confirmed it won’t abandon Windows 10 users. Windows 11 will be offered as an optional download on supported PCs in the fall and those who prefer to stay on Windows 10 will still get a new feature update called version 21H2.

Of course, it goes without saying that Windows 10 won’t get any new features from Windows 11 and version 21H2 for Windows 10 wouldn’t be significant. Windows 10 version 21H2 (October 2021 Update) is currently shipping to Insiders with several quality improvements and a few new enterprise-friendly features.

With build 19044.1200, Microsoft has enabled support for WPA3 H2E standards support in the operating system. This will allow Windows 10 version 21H2 or newer to access enhanced Wi-Fi security features optimized for both consumer and enterprise usage.

Likewise, Windows Hello for Business is getting a new feature that will allow businesses to enable support for simplified passwordless deployments using cloud trust technology.

Windows Subsystem for Linux is getting better

For consumers and developers, Microsoft is introducing support for GPU compute in Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL).

Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) doesn’t perform as well as a full-fledged Linux distribution, but it’s slowly getting better. Microsoft has been trying to improve Linux support in Windows and today’s update adds support for compute support, which has been supported in hardware and Linux for years.

In theory, this feature will enable better performance for developers interested in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) workflows. For example, you’ll be able to run ML workloads across the GPUs smoothly and it’s supported by Nvidia.

WSL will also receive updates directly via Windows Update and more features are expected in the coming months.

Other improvements in Windows 10 version 21H2

Here’s a list of improvements and fixes in version 21H2:

Microsoft patched an issue that could result in brightness problems for standard dynamic range contents when streamed on monitors with high-dynamic range (HDR).

A bug has been fixed where the external monitor will display a black screen after hibernation due to a docking station.

Some of you will notice minor performance improvements after applying the latest updates for version 21H2 as Microsoft has fixed multiple memory leak bugs.

Microsoft has fixed another issue that could prevent users from minimizing apps using certain functions.

Expected release date

Windows 10 October 2021 Update is currently available in the Insider channels and it will be released to consumers between October and November.

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Brink · Aug 21, 2021

Microsoft introduces the next feature update to Windows 10: 21H2

While we are excited for the next generation of Windows with Windows 11, we are also focused on supporting the more than 1.3 billion monthly active devices on Windows 10. Today, we are introducing the next feature update to Windows 10: Windows 10, version 21H2. Windows continues to play an important role in people’s lives as they continue to work, learn and have fun in hybrid and remote environments. Our goal is to provide new features and functionality via a fast and reliable update experience to help keep people and organizations protected and productive. Version 21H2 will continue the recent feature update trend of being delivered in an optimized way using servicing technology. Today I will share details on scope, how we plan to service the release and next steps.

Updated features delivered in a fast, familiar way

Windows 10, version 21H2 will have a scoped set of features focused on productivity and security, prioritized to meet our customers’ needs based on feedback. New features focused on productivity, management and security include:

Adding WPA3 H2E standards support for enhanced Wi-Fi security

Windows Hello for Business supports simplified passwordless deployment models for achieving a deploy-to-run state within a few minutes

GPU compute support in the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) and Azure IoT Edge for Linux on Windows (EFLOW) deployments for machine learning and other compute intensive workflows

Given the continuation of increased PC engagement for remote and hybrid play, learning and work, we will deliver Windows 10, version 21H2 using servicing technology (like that used for the monthly update process). For consumer or commercial users with devices running version 2004 or later, the Windows 10, version 21H2 update will have a fast installation experience. As this Windows 10 release is targeted for the second half of 2021, Home and Pro editions of version 21H2 will receive 18 months of servicing, and Enterprise and Education editions will have 30 months of servicing. In addition, we will also launch the next version of the Windows 10 Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) based on version 21H2 at the same time, and it will have five years of servicing as announced in February. More information can be found in my recent Windows lifecycle and servicing update, and we’ll have more news on future updates at a later date.

Next steps

Our launch approach for version 21H2 continues to fully leverage the Windows Insider Program to obtain user feedback and data insights on quality. Today we will begin releasing 21H2 builds to Windows Insiders who were moved to the Release Preview channel from the Beta channel because their specific devices did not meet the hardware requirements for Windows 11. This enables them to instead experience the latest innovations and enhancements in Windows 10 (note Insiders will not see new features noted in this blog right away, but in future Insider builds as they are ready). Broad availability of Windows 10, version 21H2 will begin later in the second half of this calendar year. We will provide more information on this release and the next Windows 10 LTSC release (including the next IoT Enterprise LTSC release) in the near term. You can always find the latest Windows servicing and update information on the Windows release health hub, now available in 10 languages. We look forward to hearing your feedback.
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Source: Introducing the next feature update to Windows 10: 21H2 | Windows Experience Blog

Brink · Aug 21, 2021

A closer look at Windows 10's new text input canvas

Earlier this week, Microsoft released a build of Windows 10 to Insiders, and it brought with it many new features. One new addition in this build is a new text input canvas.

This canvas brings with itself an updated experience for handwriting recognition in Windows 10. This feature is optimized for short text entry and features suggested words at the top of the panel, like the other Windows 10 virtual keyboards.
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Brink · Aug 21, 2021

A closer look at Windows 10's new text input canvas

Earlier this week, Microsoft released a build of Windows 10 to Insiders, and it brought with it many new features. One new addition in this build is a new text input canvas.

This canvas brings with itself an updated experience for handwriting recognition in Windows 10. This feature is optimized for short text entry and features suggested words at the top of the panel, like the other Windows 10 virtual keyboards.
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Read more: A closer look at Windows 10s new text input canvas

Windows 10: Windows 10 21H2 inches closer to launch with these new features

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