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How to Install Windows 10 Version 2004 With Local Account
Starting with version 1909, Microsoft made it harder to install Windows 10 without a Microsoft Account. The same applies to today's released Windows 10 version 2004 'May 2020 Update'. The option is not available in the Out of Box Experience (OOBE) when you are setting up a new device. Here's how to install Windows 10 version 2004 with a local account.
How to delay Windows 10 version 2004 and prevent it from installing
A number of users are interested in delaying the upgrade to Windows 10 version 2004, also known as "20H1" and Windows 10 May 2020 Update. There are many reasons for this. Most users don't want to disturb their existing setup and do not want their custom settings getting reset again by the version 2004. Others would like to avoid compatibility issues. Here is the official way to postpone the upgrade to Windows 10 version 2004.
A few hours ago, Microsoft has made Windows 10 version 2004 available to everyone. Interested users can now install it via Windows Update, or reinstall it from scratch by downloading an ISO image. Before installing this new release of Windows 10, it is a good idea to check its list of known issues.
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.
