Windows Change Schedule
- Terrence S Miller
Standard changes to MiWorkspace Windows systems are made on an established schedule. The use of an established schedule aids support staff and
users by ensuring that the timing of standard changes is predictable. The change release schedule is described in the table below.
| Change Type | Change Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Antivirus Client | Updates to the Crowdstrike Falcon antimalware software | As necessary |
Applications and Settings Changes | New applications and application versions, OS and application settings changes. | Weekly on Thursday evenings. |
Microsoft Security Updates | Security updates for Microsoft products including Windows 10, Microsoft Edge, and Microsoft Office | Monthly, usually 10 days after release by Microsoft |
Microsoft non-Security Updates | Non-security updates for Microsoft products, especially for Microsoft Office | Monthly, usually 6-8 weeks after release by Microsoft |
| Windows 10 in-place upgrades | Self-service in-place upgrades to Windows 10. | 1 to 2 times annually |
Specific information about software changes is released weekly to IT support staff in the MiWorkspace, Izzy, PCI, CCS, & DSW weekly change email.
In addition, and archive of released changes can be viewed online at the Service & Software Updates webpage.