windows oobe

  1. Windows OOBE Now Installs Quality Updates via ESP for Entra-Joined Devices

    Microsoft is rolling the ability to install Windows quality updates during the Out‑Of‑Box Experience (OOBE) into enterprise provisioning flows, making it possible for eligible Entra‑joined and Entra hybrid‑joined Windows 11 devices to arrive at first sign‑in already patched — but only when...
  2. How to Unlock a Bloat-Free, Privacy-Focused Windows 11 Without Risks

    Windows 11 has had a contentious relationship with its user base ever since its debut, and chief among the complaints is its sheer volume of bloatware, ad-like notifications, and generally forced behaviors that undermine user choice. Many users find themselves frustrated by apps they never asked...
  3. Microsoft Delays Automatic Updates During Windows OOBE for MDM Devices

    A recent announcement from Microsoft reveals a shift in the Windows enrollment experience, particularly for devices managed via Mobile Device Management (MDM). Initially, Microsoft intended for certain cumulative updates to install during the Out of Box Experience (OOBE)—the initial setup phase...