Windows 10 Announced - Released 29-Jul-2015

Minimalist · May 16, 2020

Windows 10 quietly got a built-in network sniffer, how to use

Microsoft has quietly added a built-in network packet sniffer to the Windows 10 October 2018 Update, and it has gone unnoticed since its release.
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https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/ne...ly-got-a-built-in-network-sniffer-how-to-use/

guest · May 17, 2020

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RIP: Microsoft to drop support for Windows 10 on 32-bit systems
May 13, 2020
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/ne...rop-support-for-windows-10-on-32-bit-systems/

Minimum hardware requirements
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Microsoft Dropping Windows 10 32-Bit: What You Need to Know
The company announces big changes for Windows going forward
May 15, 2020
https://news.softpedia.com/news/mic...-10-32-bit-what-you-need-to-know-529996.shtml

Beginning with this release, Microsoft will no longer provide 32-bit images to OEMs, which means that slowly but surely, the company is focusing entirely on 64-bit.
There are basically three things that you need to know about the end of Windows on 32-bit.

First and foremost, the announcement only concerns OEMs. In other words, Microsoft will no longer provide OEMs with 32-bit images of Windows 10 to install them on new PCs.
Then, your 32-bit Windows 10 device will continue to work just fine. Since the change only concerns OEMs, all existing installations of Windows 10 on 32-bit devices are not affected, as everything will continue to work just like before.
But third of all, you should still upgrade to 64-bit going forward. And this happens for one very simple reason: by giving up on 32-bit images for OEMs, Microsoft is essentially making the first major step before it’s phasing out 32-bit Windows completely.
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According to Microsoft’s servicing schedule, Windows 10 version 1909, or the November 2019 Update, which is the latest version right now with a 32-bit release, will reach the end of support on May 11, 2021. The Enterprise and Education editions will be pulled in May 2020.

So sooner or later, everybody would have to move to 64-bit Windows. The good news is that the number of customers affected by this announcement is likely very small, as Windows 10 32-bit is believed to have a rather limited userbase.
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guest · May 18, 2020

Windows 10 on ARM to support 64-bit apps emulation
May 18, 2020
https://www.windowslatest.com/2020/05/18/windows-on-arm-64-bit-apps-emulation/

Windows 10 on ARM can run desktop apps in a 32-bit emulator but it does not allow users to emulate 64-bit apps in the same way, which limits the use of 64-bit desktop apps.

According to a Github commit by Kenny Kerr, Principal software engineer on the Windows team, Microsoft is working to break down one of the biggest barriers to Windows on ARM and enable support for 64-bit apps emulation.
The tech giant has devoted a massive amount of development resources to port Windows 10 to ARM processors and recent updates to the project had resulted in noticeably improved performance.

The 64-bit app emulator for Windows 10 on ARM is likely to debut in a feature update in the first half of 2021, possibly with Windows 10 21H1 (Spring 2021 Update).
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anon · May 19, 2020

Windows 10 v2004 CU confirms 20H2 would be a minor release
https://www.windowslatest.com/2020/05/16/windows-10-v2004-cu-confirms-20h2-would-be-a-minor-release/

Long story short, Windows 10’s 20H2 (version 2009) update won’t be as massive and ambitious as May 2020 Update. Instead, Microsoft plans to focus more on a “minimized set of features”, performance and quality improvements.
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xxJackxx · May 19, 2020

mood said: ↑

Microsoft Dropping Windows 10 32-Bit: What You Need to Know
The company announces big changes for Windows going forward
May 15, 2020
https://news.softpedia.com/news/mic...-10-32-bit-what-you-need-to-know-529996.shtml
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Are they saying that 1909 is going to be the last update with a 32 bit release or just the latest one so far? I'm not finding a clear answer on that.

guest · May 19, 2020

Windows 10 is finally getting its own Package Manager
May 19, 2020
https://www.windowslatest.com/2020/05/19/windows-10-is-finally-getting-its-own-package-manager/

For years, users have been trained to download and run .exe, .msi applications, and then go through the long installation process where you have to choose the path and click on ‘next’ multiple times.

Today, Microsoft announced that the company is adding a built-in package manager to Windows 10. This would make it easy for you to install desktop apps without having to click through a number of installation windows.
For example, you can launch Windows Package Manager and run a new “winget” command to get the latest version of any app you want to install. You can simply run “winget install PowerToys” to install it without going to the Github, third-party websites or Microsoft Store.

Once you enter the above command with the app name, Windows Package Manager will simply download the program and install it without any further interaction from you.
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Microsoft plans to offer Windows Package Manager on Windows 10 version 1709 and newer.
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guest · May 19, 2020

First look at the Windows Package Manager
May 19, 2020
https://www.ghacks.net/2020/05/19/first-look-at-the-windows-package-manager/

Microsoft released a preview of the Windows Package Manager today during the virtual Build 2020 conference. Windows administrators may use it to install first-party and third-party programs such as 7-Zip, KeePass, Arduino IDE, or Discord.

Windows Package Manager works similar to package managers on Linux or third-party Windows programs such as Chocolatey. Microsoft decided to release it as open source; interested users can check out the GitHub repository for documentation and download of the preview version of the Package Manager.
The package manager requires at least Windows 10 version 1709 and may be installed either from the Microsoft Store (requires a Windows 10 Insider build and sending an invite email for now), or manually from GitHub.
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Software companies and developers may wonder whether they may submit their programs to the Windows Package Manager so that they are included. Microsoft has information on the process on the Docs website.
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Closing Words
Windows Package Manager could become an essential tool in the arsenal of Windows system administrators and also home users. It depends on a number of factors including if and how it is going to be integrated into Windows natively, the availability of packages, and functionality.
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Minimalist · May 21, 2020

New Windows 10 Intel microcodes released in forced KB4497165 update

Microsoft has started to roll out a new version of the Windows 10 Intel Microcode KB4497165 update that is not optional, will automatically be installed, and your computer will be restarted.
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https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/ne...crocodes-released-in-forced-kb4497165-update/

guest · May 21, 2020

Announcing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 19631
May 21, 2020
https://blogs.windows.com/windowsex...ncing-windows-10-insider-preview-build-19631/

Hello Windows Insiders, today we’re releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 19631 to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring.
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ARM64 VHDX available for download
Back in February with Build 19559, we added the ability to install Hyper-V on ARM64 devices such as the Surface Pro X running the Enterprise or Pro editions of Windows 10. Today, we are offering the ARM64 VHDX for Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 19624, so that Insiders can run Windows 10 as a guest OS in Hyper-V. You can download the VHDX here. We will regularly release updated VHDX downloads for newer Insider Preview builds going forward.
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Krusty · May 21, 2020

Minimalist said: ↑

New Windows 10 Intel microcodes released in forced KB4497165 update

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/ne...crocodes-released-in-forced-kb4497165-update/
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Just manually checked for updates and this one is downloading now. The machine had already automatically checked for updates earlier this morning.

Krusty · May 21, 2020

This machine also installed an Intel - net update, whatever that is.

Minimalist · May 22, 2020

Windows Hello can now complete payments in Google Chrome

Windows Hello is a Windows 10-based biometric feature that allows users to authenticate access to their devices, payment services, and apps with iris scan, facial recognition, or PINs.

Windows Hello sign-in mechanism is also supported on the web-based services, courtesy of the FIDO2 protocol.
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https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/ne...o-can-now-complete-payments-in-google-chrome/

Minimalist · May 23, 2020

Winget: How to use Windows 10's new native Package Manager

Microsoft has finally revealed a long requested feature; a Windows package manager called Winget that allows you to easily install applications from the command line.
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https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/ne...o-use-windows-10s-new-native-package-manager/

guest · May 25, 2020

Windows Hello is getting two new features in Windows 10 2004
May 25, 2020
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/ne...-getting-two-new-features-in-windows-10-2004/

Windows Hello, which is an all-in-one biometric authentication process baked into Windows 10, is getting enhancements in the May 2020 Update.
With every Windows 10 feature update, Microsoft has tried to improve Windows Hello authentication.

The first new feature adds Windows Hello PIN sign-in to Safe mode, which means you won't have to rely on your password when troubleshooting Windows 10 in Safe Mode.
The second feature allows you to rely on Windows Hello for signing into your Microsoft account.

Compared to Windows 10 1909, which felt more like a service pack, Windows 10 2004 is full of new features that should make it an exciting update.
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RangerDanger · May 26, 2020

Any word on what the microcode update was for? Maybe its a secret kept from the bad guys.

guest · May 26, 2020

Windows 10 version 2004 roll-out imminent as Microsoft publishes release information pages
May 26, 2020
https://www.neowin.net/news/windows...microsoft-publishes-release-information-pages

Microsoft is expected to roll out Windows 10 May 2020 Update soon.
Now, Microsoft has published the Windows 10 May 2020 Update release information and resolved issues pages (via WinCentral), hinting at the imminent roll-out of the update.

The release information page indicates that there are no known issues which is a good sign. The resolved issues page is used to record the known issues that have been resolved and is updated by Microsoft at regular intervals. The page, however, is empty which is again a good sign.
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Microsoft is expected to release the Windows 10 May 2020 Update by the end of this month.
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Spartan · May 27, 2020

Windows 10 Media Creation Tool 2004 (ready for tomorrow's release), it still downloads the older version for now

https://software-download.microsoft.com/download/pr/MediaCreationTool2004.exe

yeL · May 27, 2020

.ISO's are now available
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10ISO

anon · May 27, 2020

Windows 10 May 2020 Update released, Here are the new features
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/ne...20-update-released-here-are-the-new-features/

Microsoft has released the Windows 10 May 2020 Update today, May 27th, 2019, in a gradual rollout to all users worldwide.

Microsoft has stated that they will first roll out the May 2020 Update as an optional update to 'seekers'. Seekers are Windows users who manually perform a Windows Update check.

Over the next couple of weeks, Microsoft will expand the rollout to more users around the world as Microsoft monitors its reliability for issues that may be causing problems.
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Minimalist · May 27, 2020

yeL said: ↑

.ISO's are now available
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10ISO
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While running upgrade I got message:

I guess it's not yet whitelisted in their cloud.

EDIT: after running it anyway I got this:

I guess that's a hint to wait for a while

guest · May 27, 2020

What’s new in the Windows 10 May 2020 Update
May 27, 2020
https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2020/05/27/whats-new-in-the-windows-10-may-2020-update/

As the world and people’s routines change, it is important that we focus on meeting the over a billion people around the world relying on Windows where they are now. That next step comes today with the release of the Windows 10 May 2020 Update. The May 2020 Update comes with feature improvements that will help save you time and maybe even be a source of fun.

The new update is available today for those who want to seek it. You can get the update in a few different ways, visit this blog post to learn more about how to get the May 2020 Update today.
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guest · May 27, 2020

Windows 10 2004 comes with Wi-Fi 6 and WPA3 support
May 27, 2020
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-2004-comes-with-wi-fi-6-and-wpa3-support/

Microsoft announced that Windows 10, version 2004 comes with Wi-Fi 6 and WPA3 support for gigabit speeds and better performance, as well as for more secure wireless network connectivity.
"Windows 10 (Version 2004) supports Wi-Fi 6 and WPA3," Microsoft says. "Wi-Fi 6 gives you better wireless coverage and performance with added security. WPA3 provides improved Wi-Fi security by using the latest standard."
Connect to faster and more secure Wi-Fi networks
To connect to wireless networks that use Wi-Fi 6 and WPA3, you will need a router with support for both Wi-Fi 6 and WPA3, a wireless network adapter with Wi-Fi 6 support, and Windows 10 2004 installed on your PC. [...]
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Windows 10’s Pktmon sniffer gets real-time monitoring, PCAP support
May 27, 2020
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/ne...iffer-gets-real-time-monitoring-pcap-support/

Windows 10's built-in network packet sniffer Pktmon has been updated with real-time monitoring and PCAPNG capture file format support with today's release of Windows 10 2004.
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Kerodo · May 27, 2020

Used the Media Creation Tool to create the 2004 ISO and just installed now. Everything went well and things look pretty good, no problems to speak of. So far, so good.

Minimalist · May 27, 2020

Kerodo said: ↑

Used the Media Creation Tool to create the 2004 ISO and just installed now. Everything went well and things look pretty good, no problems to speak of. So far, so good.
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Did you do clean install or upgraded?

xxJackxx · May 27, 2020

I've been running 2004 on multiple PCs since they claimed it was RTM in the slow ring in December. Less issues than I had with 1909. All upgrades, no clean installs.

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