Windows news you can use: January 2026 recap
From Microsoft 365 Message Center Archive by Merill Fernando · Microsoft may not have sent this notice to your tenant.What the notice says
Microsoft’s text, safely structuredCatch up on important changes and evolving standards that will help strengthen the security of the Windows ecosystem across client, cloud, and server with Windows news you can use for January 2026. Learn about new tools to help with Secure Boot certificate updates and a new command-line tool for Windows app developers. Explore features and enhancements that will start gradually rolling out in February, which include improvements to Cross-Device Resume, Narrator, Voice Access, MIDI support, and the Settings home page.
When will this happen
Some improvements summarized in this monthly recap are already available, while others are rolling out gradually.
What you need to do to prepare
Read January’s recap, which includes links to resources to help you start benefiting from the latest improvements.
Additional information
To keep up with new capabilities and features as they are announced, follow the Windows IT Pro Blog, Microsoft Security Blog, and Windows 11 update history.
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