Microsoft has officially announced that Windows 10 update 1903 has been pushed back to May this year. As reported, next week the update will be available to members of the Windows Insider program. And at the end of May, a full-scale deployment is planned. However, it will be distributed through Windows Update.
Deploying updates
Developers thus make a step towards users who want to receive the update through the usual channels - through the "Download and install now" function, and not using an ISO image. This approach will not only simplify the procedure, but also allow you to monitor the process and receive feedback in case of problems.
As stated, this method will be applied to those devices that do not have known compatibility issues. Deployment speed regulation is promised, which will minimize errors. At least that's what Microsoft is counting on.
The update will be available through Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), Windows Update for Business, and so on. First of all it will be received by commercial clients.
New features for updates
With Windows 10 May 2019 Update (now called that), users will have more control over security updates. Previously, they were installed automatically, but now users will be able to choose whether to install the update immediately or postpone it. In the second case, you can delay the installation by restarting your PC for up to 35 days.
In addition, it will be possible to suspend monthly security updates, and for all editions of the OS, including Home. Plus, the active clock function will be used, which will allow you not to restart your PC during working hours. By default, the period is set from 8:00 to 17:00, but you can change it.
Finally, the updates themselves will be downloaded and installed during the period when the user has left the computer.
Quality improvement
Given the problems with the Windows 10 October 2018 Update, the company said that this version will be tested longer than usual. With this, in particular, the postponement of the release is connected. It is promised that verification within the Windows Insider program is only one of the stages. The company said it had significantly expanded its engagement with partners, including OEMs and software vendors. This should improve the quality of the system as a whole.
Machine learning
It is reported that a system based on machine learning will be used to deploy updates and install them. This is expected to simplify the procedure and reduce the number of errors. In particular, such a system should fix problems with device drivers after an update.
Previously, this was solved either by reinstalling the drivers, or by rolling back the system to a previous state. Separately, it is stated that a system based on machine learning will be able to predict possible problems and troubleshoot on the fly.
Description of bugs and news
Another important aspect is detailed descriptions and instructions. The company said it will launch a new dashboard in the May update with data on Windows health, the current state of the deployment, and known issues, both resolved and not. Details for each version of Windows 10 will be presented on one page, making it easy to find the information you need. Also, this system will include descriptions of all updates, including monthly ones.
Also there will be news, information from the support service and so on. Users will be able to share this content via Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and email.
Source: 3dnews.ru