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Microsoft Launches Developer Preview of Unified Windows Update Platform

A developer preview offers a single interface to coordinate Windows maintenance tasks with intelligent scheduling tied to battery level or user activity.

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Overview

  • The orchestration platform is now available as a private developer preview, enabling app makers to integrate updates directly into Windows Update.
  • It consolidates deliveries of apps, drivers and core Windows components under one framework to eliminate fragmented update experiences.
  • Microsoft supports MSIX and APPX packaged applications along with select Win32 programs, and integrated apps will inherit future platform enhancements automatically.
  • Developers can configure updates to run based on device idle time, battery status or periods when clean energy sources are in use.
  • Apps enrolled in the system will appear in Windows Update’s native notifications and update history for streamlined user visibility.