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Windows 10 May 2020 is now officially available for download
As expected, Microsoft today releases Windows 10 version 2004 to consumers and customers. It is now available through Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) and Windows Update for Business, and can be downloaded from Visual Studio Subscriptions, the Software Download Center (via Update Assistant or the Media Creation Tool), and the Volume Licensing Service Center.
How to Fix Empty (Blank) Insider Program Settings Page in Windows 10
As you may already know, the Windows Insider program includes a number of rings (levels) which define how often you will receive app updates and new Windows builds, and how stable they will be. The ring can be changed in Settings, under Update & security > Windows Insider Program (and with a Registry tweak). If the Windows Insider Program page appears black in Settings, you can try to resolve the issue as described in this post.
Windows 10 version 2004 '20H1', also known as 'May 2020 Update' was initially scheduled to be released on May 12. However, later the software giant shifted the release day to May 28. Microsoft has began preparations for the release, making the release information page available.
How to Enable or Disable Protection Against Potentially Unwanted Applications in Windows Security in Windows 10
With Windows 10 version 2004, Microsoft has added a new security feature which can extend the protection level of the built-in Windows 10 antivirus called "Windows Defender", part of Windows Security. In addition to its default features of scanning for malware using definitions, it is possible to enable detection of potentially unwanted apps (PUA).
Microsoft is about to roll out a new version of their Cortana digital assistant with Windows 10 version 2004. With the latest update, the app lost the 'Beta' tag in the app listing. This indicates that Microsoft has finished its development.
With release of Microsoft Edge 83 to stable branch users, Microsoft has updated Administrative templates for the browser. There are 15 new policies that administrators can configure.
Microsoft is releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 19631 to insiders in the Fast Ring. It doesn't include new features, comes with only general fixes and improvements. However, the release is notable for ARM64 VHDX which is now available for download.
Google is releasing a major version of the Chrome browser to the stable branch. Chrome 83 is notable for a redesigned user interface of privacy options, and for a few changes made to DNS over HTTPS feature. Also, there are other tweaks and improvements made to various parts of the browser. Let's review them.
Microsoft is adding DirectX support to Linux distros running in a WSL 2 environment. The change goes live with first 21H1 builds from the Iron (Fe) branch in the Fast Ring, which are expected to come this June.
Microsoft has revealed that the company plans to port some of the Windows 10X exclusive features to the regular desktop editions of Windows 10. Also, the company is about to "reinvest" into classic Windows 10.
