Windows 10: windows 10 21h2 update

francisprior · Nov 20, 2021

I downloaded the windows 10 21h2 update, since then i keep getting the notice to "Activate Windows Go to settings to activate windows " . i do this but cannot activate. can anyone help please. i can use my pc but everything seems to run slower

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Brink · Nov 20, 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

Ahhzz · Nov 20, 2021

Windows 10 Tweaks

Pressing “Windows+Pause Break” (it’s up there next to scroll lock) opens the “System” Window.

Windows 10: In the new version of Windows, Explorer has a section called Quick Access. This includes your frequent folders and recent files. Explorer defaults to opening this page when you open a new window. If you’d rather open the usual This PC, with links to your drives and library folders, follow these steps:

Open a new Explorer window.

Click View in the ribbon.

Click Options.

Under General, next to “Open File Explorer to:” choose “This PC.”

Click OK

credit to Lifehacker.

Brink · Nov 20, 2021

KB5005101 Windows 10 Insider RP 19043.1202 (21H1) 19044.1202 (21H2)

The KB5003791 Enablement Package allows you to go from 2004, 20H1, or 21H1 to 19044 (v21H2).

Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 10, version 21H1 Build 19043.1202 (KB5005101) to the Release Preview Channel for those Insiders who are on Windows 10, version 21H1.

This update includes the following change in addition to all the improvements listed as part of Build 19043.1200:

We fixed an issue that causes the Windows Update settings page to stop responding after you download an optional update.

Thanks,

The Windows Insider Program Team

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing 21H2 Build 19044.1202 (KB5005101) to the Release Preview Channel.

This update will be offered automatically for Windows Insiders already on Windows 10, version 21H2 in the Release Preview Channel. For Insiders not yet on Windows 10, version 21H2 – this update is offered via our “seeker” experience in Windows Update and ONLY to Insiders who were moved from the Beta Channel to the Release Preview Channel because their PC did not meet the hardware requirements for Windows 11. This means these Insiders will need to go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and choose to download and install Windows 10, version 21H2.

This update includes the following change in addition to all the improvements listed as part of Build 19044.1200:

We fixed an issue that causes the Windows Update settings page to stop responding after you download an optional update.

To check and see if you’re running Windows 10, version 21H2, just type “winver” into the Windows search box on the Taskbar. It should show as “Version 21H2”.

For all the details on the 21H2 release – check out John Cable’s blog post.

Thanks,
The Windows Insider Program Team
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Source:

Releasing Windows 10 Build 19043.1202 (21H1) to Release Preview Channel | Windows Insider Blog

Announcing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 19044.1202 (21H2) | Windows Insider Blog

UUP Dump:

UUP Dump - Download Windows Insider ISO | Windows 11 Forum

32-bit 21H1 Cumulative Update download: Select language for Cumulative Update Preview for Windows 10 Version 21H1 (19043.1202) x86 - UUP dump
32-bit 21H2 Cumulative Update download: Select language for Cumulative Update Preview for Windows 10 Version 21H2 (19044.1202) x86 - UUP dump

64-bit 21H1 Cumulative Update download: Select language for Cumulative Update Preview for Windows 10 Version 21H1 (19043.1202) amd64 - UUP dump
64-bit 21H2 Cumulative Update download: Select language for Cumulative Update Preview for Windows 10 Version 21H2 (19044.1202) amd64 - UUP dump

ARM64 21H1 Cumulative Update download: Select language for Cumulative Update Preview for Windows 10 Version 21H1 (19043.1202) arm64 - UUP dump
ARM64 21H2 Cumulative Update download: Select language for Cumulative Update Preview for Windows 10 Version 21H2 (19044.1202) arm64 - UUP dump

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