Security News > 2021 > November > Windows 10 21H1 now in broad deployment, available to everyone
Microsoft has designated Windows 10, version 21H1 for broad deployment, making it available to everyone via Windows Update.
Microsoft officially started rolling out Windows 10 21H1 in May 2020, but it hasn't been offered to all those checking for updates via Windows Update until now.
After Microsoft determines that a version is ready for deployment on most Windows 10 devices, they move it to "Broad deployment," the next deployment phase.
Windows 10 21H1 is rolling out as an enablement package for Windows 10 2004 and Windows 10 20H2, allowing systems running these Windows versions to update very quickly and with a single restart, just like they would install a monthly update.
You can also use the Windows 10 Media Creation tool to upgrade or create an ISO for a clean install of Windows 10 21H1. Additional information on installing the May 2021 Update on your system is available in the video embedded below.
According to previously available info, Redmond estimates that the Windows 11 upgrade will be offered to all eligible Windows 10 devices by mid-2022.
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