Mobile versions of Windows OS. Mobile for corporate clients

The multitude of official versions of Windows 10 has confused a significant number of users and left them with difficult choices. There are modifications of Windows 10 for desktop computers and mobile versions. The entire list of editions includes 8 pieces. In this case, each version is assigned a specific number, depending on installed packages updates.

Below is detailed comparison and the main differences between the types of operating system with the index “10” from Microsoft and recommendations for which version of the new Windows 10 fits better for installation on a computer, based on specific user requirements, since each has individual differences in functionality.

Basic (general) functions that unite all modifications of Windows 10

Classify Windows versions 10 possible by type of devices used:

1. For desktop computers, laptops, “Transformer” devices;
2. For smartphones, tablets (mobile gadgets).

In the first group, the following versions were used: professional, home, corporate, for educational institutions and IoT. For mobile devices, the following are well suited: Windows 10 Mobile and Mobile Enterprise.

In all versions, the developers returned the “Start” button and supplemented it with some more features that were not present in previous editions. Since nowadays it is already difficult for any user to exist without the Internet, finally the built-in Edge browser will allow you to fully work on the global network.

All Windows 10 have voice assistant, designed to make it easier to manage your PC and quickly find the necessary information not only in the device’s memory, but also in world wide web. Virtual desktops will ensure comfortable switching of the user to different types of activities. All communicator notifications are combined into a special Notification Center. If the device is equipped touch display, then the built-in Continuum service will provide the user with convenient switching of the gadget control method.

What are the main differences between the Tens versions?

The name of the OS edition already clearly reflects its attitude to the second group according to the classification. If the display size of your mobile device does not exceed eight 8 inches, then you can install and use this operating system. It has the ability to synchronize with Windows 10 installed on the owner’s desktop computer and it has a full list of programs from the “Home” modification.

The OS has the MS Office application installed, adapted for smartphones and tablets. Using the special “Continuum” service, you can connect a mobile device, for example, to a keyboard and monitor, and then work on it as on a desktop computer.

Mobile for corporate clients

It differs from the corporate version of Windows 10 in the ability to function on smartphones and tablets and has an increased level of security.

IoT

This version of the OS is specially designed for functioning in robots, terminals, etc. It has special capabilities, for example, for the purpose of working in payment terminals.

This edition home windows 10 is standard, and it will be equipped with a significant number of computers, laptops, netbooks and transformers sold in general retail outlets. Compared to other versions of the Tens, it includes only basic functions.

Home (with 1 language pack)

The functionality is completely similar to “Home”, but you cannot change the OS language in it. It is cheaper than the basic edition and is planned for distribution in developing countries.

Pro

It belongs to the premium category of the “Tens” versions and is called “Professional”. In addition to the main functions of the basic modification, the OS is equipped with a list of features for small businesses, for example, remote control.

The edition for Corporate clients is similar to the Professional edition, however, it includes additional functions, as it is designed to serve enterprises with a medium-sized workforce. An enhanced security system has been introduced.

It is analogous in its capabilities to the Enterprise edition of Windows 10, except that it is intended specifically for educational institutions.

After reading the descriptions of all editions new system we can conclude that the main features included in the Home (basic) version of the OS are the same for everyone. They differ only in some business additions.

The main thing before installing a specific modification of Windows 10 is to make sure of the purpose of the PC and its capabilities in terms of equipment, for example, whether Continuum is supported by the device or whether it has additional devices, like a fingerprint scanner for Windows Hello.

It should be noted that only the Home and Professional versions are sold at retail outlets. The corporate version can be purchased with a corporate license, and the modification for educational institutions can only be purchased under the licensing program for educational institutions.

Microsoft has said that Windows 10 is the final version of Windows, but no one ever said it would be easy. After two years of existence, Windows 10 has no less than ten different editions. Each of them is essentially the same thing, but offers several different functions for users with different needs. Along with constantly changing features, this can keep track of what's happening with Windows 10. Let's look at each version of Windows 10 in turn and see why Microsoft has created such a fragmented environment.

Comparison of Windows 10 versions

Components and Functions	Home	Pro	Education	Enterprise
Continuum for phone	+	+	+	+
Cortana	+	+		+
Windows Ink	+	+	+	+
Start Menu and Live Tiles	+	+	+	+
Tablet mode	+	+	+	+
Voice, pen, touch and gestures	+	+	+	+
Microsoft Edge	+	+	+	+
Mobile device management	+	+	+	+
Windows Update	+	+	+	+
Windows Hello	+	+	+	+
Companion devices for Windows Hello	+	+	+	+
Device encryption	+	+	+	+
	+	+	+	+
Windows Device Health Attestation Service	+	+	+	+
Group Policy		+	+	+
Roam enterprise data with Azure Active Directory		+	+	+
Windows Store for Business		+	+	+
Limited access		+	+	+
Dynamic provisioning		+	+	+
Windows Update for Business		+	+	+
Shared PC Configuration		+	+	+
Test		+	+	+
Windows Information Protection		+	+	+
BitLocker		+	+	+
Joining a domain		+	+	+
Join an Azure Active Directory domain with single sign-on for cloud apps		+	+	+
Internet Explorer in Enterprise Mode (EMIE)		+	+	+
Remote Desktop		+	+	+
Hyper-V Client			+	+
DirectAccess			+	+
AppLocker			+	+
Guided user experience			+	+
Microsoft Application Virtualization (App-V)			+	+
Microsoft User Environment Virtualization (UE-V)			+	+
Credential Guard			+	+
Device Guard			+	+
Windows to Go			+	+
BranchCache			+	+

Brief description of publications

• Windows 10 Home is a standard offering and includes everything home users need.
• Windows 10 Pro builds on Home and includes additional features for power users and small business use.
• Windows 10 S is a stripped-down Chromebook competitor that lets you install Windows Store apps.
• Windows 10 Enterprise has advanced features for large-scale enterprise deployments.
• Windows 10 Education is an offshoot of Enterprise with education-specific default settings and a lower price for schools.
• Windows 10 Pro Education comes pre-installed on PCs that schools can purchase at a discount and offers a learning-specific Pro flavor.
• Windows 10 Mobile- this is a mobile operating room Microsoft system, which is not very popular.
• Windows 10 Mobile Enterprise allows businesses to manage mobile Windows devices 10 for its employees.
• Windows 10 IoT replaces Windows Embedded, a lightweight version of Windows that hobbyists or businesses can install on small computing devices, as well as robots and sales applications.
• Windows 10 Team is a specialized version of Windows 10 that only runs on the Surface Hub smart board.
• for workstations supports powerful PCs that regularly perform intensive computing

Windows 10 Home

We start with basic version. If you're going to walk into a store and buy a new laptop off the shelf, it's almost certainly going to be Windows 10 Home. True to its name, it includes the full experience of Windows 10 features that the average person will enjoy. home user. You'll find all the main products inside, including Cortana, Store apps, Xbox and tablet and sensory functions. Home Edition leaves out some business-oriented features that are the only other edition in PRO, but you can buy them separately.

Windows 10 Pro

Windows 10 Pro builds on what Home offers, but includes more features aimed at power users and businesses. The most notable differences are the ability to join a Pro machine for a domain, support for BitLocker encryption, and Group Policy support for easily changing company-wide settings. Most machines in business use the Pro version, so IT professionals can use these tools to their advantage. But enthusiasts can also benefit from what the Pro has to offer.

For example, many of the settings we discuss in the articles are easier to change using the Group Policy Editor than in the Registry. However, I don't think this is suitable for most home users. You can replace free alternatives for some Pro-only features. For example, TeamViewer can replace Remote Desktop, and you can trade VeraCrypt for BitLocker. And no normal Windows user at home should join their computer to a domain.

Windows 10 S

One of the newest releases in the lineup, Windows 10 S is a smoothed-out version of the operating system. Its most distinctive feature is that you can only install apps from the Windows Store, so it won't work with any traditional desktop software. Microsoft Edge is the default browser and you cannot change the default search engine from Bing.

Windows 10 S is only available on preinstalled devices, and most of them are inexpensive. Microsoft is targeting Windows 10 S at the education market as it is something of a competitor to Chromebooks. While you can upgrade Windows 10 S to Pro for dollars, most home users should stay away from it. A combination of cheap equipment and limited available applications limits the capabilities of your device.

Windows 10 Enterprise

Windows 10 Enterprise, unsurprisingly, is intended for large-scale business use and is only sold through Microsoft Volume Licensing. Unlike Windows 7, no full version Windows 10, which offers the full set of Enterprise features for home users. But that's okay, because Enterprise's additional capabilities only shine in enterprise deployments. The biggest feature is DirectAccess, which allows remote workers to access their company's internal network through a connection similar to a VPN, but provides greater security. AppLocker, another great feature, allows administrators to block access to certain applications. This edition also allows companies to switch to a long-term branch to avoid regular Windows 10 changes that could break their operations. Enterprise also contains some behind-the-scenes tweaks that make it easier for IT professionals to install or Windows transfer on a massive scale for standardization. While Pro is great for small businesses, a company with thousands of employees can save money and control their setup with the Enterprise edition.

Windows 10 Education

The Windows 10 Education Edition includes all Enterprise features. As Microsoft explains, this is actually a variant of Windows 10 Enterprise that provides education-specific default settings. In past versions this included disabling Cortana by default, but it is present in current builds. Windows 10 Education also disables tips and offers that are only advertisements.

Apart from these default settings, the only significant change for the Education edition is that it costs significantly less than the Enterprise edition. This helps schools keep costs down while still getting a powerful version of Windows that allows them to block games and inappropriate content on the computers students use. Although your computer must be running Windows 10 Pro to upgrade to Enterprise, this does not apply to the Education edition. PCs running Windows 10 Home can upgrade to Windows 10 Education, further reducing costs for schools.

Windows 10 Pro Education

Are all these names confusing? Windows 10 Pro Education combines two existing titles. Everything is the same as in Windows 10 Education, the only difference is the taste of Windows 10 Pro with several default settings typical for educational environments. The biggest difference between Pro Education and Education is that the former comes pre-installed on new devices purchased through the K-12 program at a discount. This means schools do not need to go through Microsoft Volume Licensing to purchase pre-built PCs. Smaller schools that lack a full IT staff or don't need corporate Windows features 10 Education can still exercise control using features found in Windows 10 Pro Education.

Both editions of Windows 10 Education include the Set Up School PCs app, which guides administrators by creating a standard Windows image. They can choose options such as removing browser apps, automatic connection computers to the school domain and configure Windows Update to avoid restarts during school hours. After completing this process once, IT staff can place the package on a flash drive and quickly apply it to other machines.

Windows 10 Mobile

Do you know that Windows Phone still exists? It's currently called Windows 10 Mobile, but it's the next iteration of the launch version of Windows for your smartphone. This is part of Microsoft's plan to create a single, unified operating system on every device. It allows you to access the same new Windows Store apps that are available on your desktop. Windows desktop 10, along with Continuum, which lets you use your phone like a PC on a bigger screen.

Although this is an improvement over Phone 8.1, Windows Mobile is still largely irrelevant in the mobile space as Android and iOS reign supreme. Thanks to a botched deployment and continued lack of reliable Windows applications 10 Mobile suffered from limited use. But I still use the budget lumia 640 and I’m quite happy with it than the virus-ridden android.

Windows 10 Mobile Enterprise

The enterprise version of Windows 10 Mobile Enterprise is almost the same as the consumer version. As you'd expect, it offers business features like deferring and managing updates, telemetry control, and more powerful deployments.

Windows 10 IoT (Internet of Things)

For previous versions Windows, Microsoft has provided a shortened version called Windows Embedded. For example, Windows XP Embedded was and is still extremely popular for lightweight devices such as ATMs, cash registers and watches. Embedded editions of Windows contain only the essential components, reducing the footprint on the machine while still allowing the device to take advantage of the benefits of Windows. Now the successor to Windows Embedded is known as Windows IoT.

IoT is connected by internet connections to everyday household objects. For example, it is popular among smart things like the Alexa speaker from Amazon and this version of Windows serves to allow hobbyists and enterprise users to use it. Windows 10 IoT can run on popular small devices, who do not have powerful resources.

Microsoft offers two options: Windows 10 IoT Core and Windows 10 IoT Enterprise. Core is free to download and you can install it on devices like the Raspberry Pi. Enterprise Flavor is equivalent to Windows 10 Enterprise and therefore more powerful. Enterprises can install it on industrial robots, cash registers and other IoT devices.

Windows 10 Team

The Microsoft Surface family includes an interactive whiteboard known as the Surface Hub. Like other smart cards, it is designed for business use so employees can collaborate and video conference between locations. This device runs special version called Windows 10 Team. It is based on Enterprise but offers a few differences as it is specifically designed for the giant board. User interface optimized for mega touch screen. Any user can come up and log into a low-level user account without logging in. When your session ends, the system deletes your local files unless you save them to OneDrive. And like Windows 10 S, you can't install traditional desktop apps. Team is a specialized version because it only applies to one device. You'll probably never run into this.

Windows 10 Pro for Workstations

Because 11 releases weren't enough, Microsoft recently announced another version of Windows 10. This product is called Pro for Workstations, and it's designed for PCs. high class, requiring large workloads. New features include the Resilient file system ReFS File System), permanent memory, faster file sharing and enhanced hardware support. Essentially, this results in a host of internal improvements that make the daily grind of computing information throughout the day smoother. Microsoft explains that these changes will result in less data corruption, faster network transfers, and up to 6TB of RAM usage. Windows 10 Pro for Workstations will launch with the update Fall Creators Update in autumn 2017. This edition will likely only see business use.

Read in the review how the versions of Windows 10 differ – Home, Pro, Enterprise or Education. Which one should you choose and how to upgrade to the new version.

Microsoft developers have always released several versions of one operating system at once. Each of the assemblies differs from each other in available functionality, cost, supported bit depth and other parameters. Let's look at what versions exist and which one is best to use on your computer.

Windows 10 categories and their general capabilities

The developer divided all builds of Windows 10 into 4 categories:

1. Home;
2. Professional (or Pro);
3. Enterprise;
4. Education.

The above assemblies refer to the Window 10 desktop OS. Microsoft has also developed a version of Windows 10 Mobile for smartphones and tablets.

What do Windows 10 versions have in common?

Before moving on to describing the differences between each OS category, let's consider their common features:

• Support for virtual desktops. Windows 10 became the first system from Microsoft that has a built-in ability to work with multiple desktops at once. The user can launch a new workspace by clicking a single button on the toolbar. Switching between desktop tabs allows you to divide the work, but the desktop shortcuts will be the same for all screens;
• Quick start. Now the user does not have to wait long for the operating system to turn on. Regardless of the characteristics of the computer, the tenth version of the OS will be launched on average in 10-20 seconds;
• Economical battery consumption. This option is useful for laptops. The system has a built-in battery saving wizard, the use of which allows you to increase the autonomy of your portable device by 20%-30%;
• Cortana assistant. All versions of Windows 10 allow you to work with a voice assistant. Commands can be spoken both to search for data on a computer and to surf the Internet. There is support for the Russian language. Also, Cortana recognizes more than 20 different dialects of English and will understand you even if you speak with an accent;
• Multitasking. Windows 10 supports multitasking better than other Microsoft operating systems. This means you can run multiple heavy programs and games at the same time without significantly slowing down your PC. All tasks are loaded evenly into RAM;
• Windows Defender pre-installed. Standard Defender Windows monitors all threats in real time, scans executable files and immediately warns the user about malware. Windows Defender is an excellent replacement for a classic antivirus if you use the operating system at home. Thus, there is no need to buy expensive antivirus software;
• Personalization. The user can completely customize the desktop to suit their needs. Move the toolbar, adjust the size of shortcuts, appearance Start menu and many other options.

Also, each version of the system has a preinstalled new browser from Microsoft - MS Edge. The browser is distinguished by maximum compatibility with the OS, fast operation, absence of bugs and errors, a pleasant interface and the option to create notes directly on the web page screen.

You will get the opportunity to work with all of the above Windows capabilities 10, no matter which OS version you choose.

Price range of Windows 10 versions

The official cost of each OS version is indicated in dollars. Please note that online stores or other points of sale may increase slightly retail price(on average 10% -20%). Also, the price in the Russian Federation depends on the dollar exchange rate.

Prices (taken from the official Microsoft.com website):

1. Home – $119.19;
2. Professional – 199.99;
3. The Enterprise version is provided in the form paid subscription, which is purchased separately for each user. The annual subscription cost is $84. It is possible to purchase software monthly for $7 for one PC;
4. Education – $99.99. Also, this version is distributed free of charge to universities from all over the world that are participants in the DreamSpark project.

Windows 10 Mobile and Mobile Enterprise versions are free for users of Microsoft (Nokia) smartphones and tablets.

Let's take a closer look at the features of each build of Windows 10 OS.

Windows 10 Home

This version of the operating system is intended for private use. Perfect for installation on a home PC or laptop. The Home assembly is the most common, as it is with it that most computers and laptops are sold around the world.

Windows 10 Home supports everything mentioned earlier basic functions, has Defender preinstalled. The system lacks utilities and applications that are not useful to the average user. Also, the developer removed support for the encrypted file system and network administration parameters. This made it possible to significantly speed up the operation of the OS and make it even more accessible for low-performance PCs.

Please note that the lack of hard drive encryption does not mean that the operating system is not secure. All user files and executable programs are scanned by the Firewall, and the OS update service always regularly installs the latest security and error correction packages on the PC.

Windows 10 Enterprise

The ideal version of Vidovs for business. Today, Windows 10 Enterprise is used by tens of thousands of businesses around the world. Its advantage is that the built-in tools of the system are able to provide all the necessary software tools for both a small company and entire corporations and companies with many branches and.

The advantage of this version of the system is its cost. It is more profitable to buy an Enterprise subscription for each computer for the required period than to install the professional version on all devices.

As for the Enterprise functionality, it differs from the professional version of the system (in which all management tools are available) only in the absence of a pre-installed MS Edge browser. If necessary, the browser can be downloaded from official store applications from Microsoft.

Among the features of the assembly are the means of team interaction. The most important of them:

• BranchCache is a utility that speeds up the process of finding and installing the latest updates;
• Credential Guard Utility and Device Guard services are software, whose task is to create a data protection system for the hard drive, RAM, incoming traffic, and network environment;
• Direct Access system utility, with which the local network administrator can configure remote control between two gadgets.

Windows 10 Pro

According to the developer, the professional build of the OS is also designed to work on home PCs and laptops. It is only suitable for advanced users who need to install business applications, virtualization and administration tools.

Distinctive characteristics:

• Enhanced information security system (BitLocker). Thanks to the built-in ability to encrypt all files stored in disk space, you don’t have to worry about someone hacking your PC and gaining unauthorized access to the contents of the disk;
• Hyper V utility is a built-in virtualization component. With its help, you can install and test the operation of other operating systems directly in the window of an existing Windows 10;
• Built-in remote desktop access option (Remote Desktop);
• A service for interacting with cloud storage, an application store, and a service for updating business application settings.

Windows 10 Education

The Education assembly is designed specifically for use by students and in educational classrooms. It is also focused on working with business programs and has MS Office installed.

Function support:

• Direct Access – organizing remote access between two computers on the network;
• Simplified setup of cloud hosting;
• Built-in mechanisms hard protection disk and RAM.

In general, the capabilities of the “educational” version of Windows are similar to those of the Enterprise version, only the Cortana voice assistant is missing.

Mobile versions of Windows OS

All versions of mobile builds are intended exclusively for use by individuals on smartphones and tablets. The assemblies are distributed free of charge and are already installed in the purchased gadget. If it is necessary to use the enterprise version, the user can install it independently using the instructions on the Microsoft.com website.

Features of mobile versions:

• Supports interaction with touch screens;
• Continuum option, with which the user can enter the contents of the screen of a mobile gadget onto the display of another compatible device;
• Pre-installed for working with documents and electronic presentations.

All updates to mobile builds are performed over the air. To check for the availability of new software, go to the system settings, section “Update and Security”, and install the available components.

How to find out the installed version of Windows 10?

You can find out which version and build of Windows 10 is installed on your PC using the built-in components. Follow the instructions:

• Open the System Notification Center and click on the “All settings” field;

• In the new window, click on “System”;

• On the right side of the window, select the “About the system” section. Then on the right side of the screen, look for the Release and Version field.

OS update

To update the operating system, open the settings window again, as indicated in the previous section, and click on the “Update and Security” tile.

Make sure your computer is connected to the Internet. Click on the “Check for update” button. After receiving data from the Microsoft server, a field will appear notifying you about the need to update the system. If the most current update is installed on your PC, no messages will appear as a result of the scan.

To install the update, click on the “Restart now” button. In progress restart new components will be installed on the system.

In the settings window, the user can configure automatic detection and installation of notifications.

Windows 10 versions - key differences

In conclusion, let’s summarize all editions of Windows 10 and their main characteristics:

• Home is the version with the most reduced functionality. It can be installed even on a low-performance PC and is perfect for home use;
• Enterprise is a corporate build type that the developer recommends for use in enterprises. Supports all the features of the professional build, but without the Edge browser;
• Education – OS category for use in educational institutions;
• Professional is the most complete and expensive version of the OS. Supports all administration tools, working with network environment and has a powerful security system for the file system and user data. Has MS Edge pre-installed;
• Mobile – assembly for mobile devices;
• Mobile Enterprise – version for use by mobile corporate devices.

Share in the comments which build of Windows 10 is installed on your PC and why you chose it.

The Windows operating system is the most popular in the world. It works on 90% of devices owned by housewives, office workers, large companies, schools, IT professionals and developers. Each category of user uses the computer in its own way. For some, a web browser and Office suite are enough, others need more fine-tuning of the system, and some simply need powerful security mechanisms. In this regard, several editions of Windows have emerged, differing in different functionality, license price and purpose. In this article, we will look at how they differ, and also explain what certain terms mean that you may come across on the Internet.

What editions of Windows 10 are there?

There are only 6 main editions of desktop Windows 10:

• Home Single Language (Home SL)- Homemade for one language.
• Home- Homemade.
• Pro- Professional.
• Enterprise- Corporate.
• Education- For educational institutions.
• S- publication for students and educational institutions.
• Lean- not yet officially released, but only an edition under development for tablets with 16 GB internal memory. Information on it will appear later.

Of course, there are other highly specialized editions. For example, the operating conditions of IT companies in China are slightly different than in the other world, so Microsoft created a special version of Windows 10 - Windows 10 China. However, an ordinary user from a CIS country is unlikely to encounter this, so disassemble similar systems we will not.

Note that Windows 10 editions often include Windows 10 Mobile, which is available in two versions:

• Windows 10 Mobile.
• Windows 10 Mobile Enterprise.

In fact, Windows 10 for smartphones is a separate operating system, so we won’t talk about it here either.

What is the difference between different editions of Windows 10

There are quite a lot of differences between the editions, but not everyone can understand them. We will look at the available editions based on a couple of criteria that can influence your choice of one or another Windows 10.

Where to buy a license for Windows 10, and how much does it cost?

In this section we will consider the possibility of purchasing a license for a particular edition of the system from the point of view of an ordinary user.

• Home SL: This edition is the cheapest, but the average user cannot buy a license for it. Microsoft licenses Windows 10 Home SL only to manufacturing companies that can pre-install it on tablets or laptops.
• Home: the most common version of Windows 10 in the world. A license for it can be purchased by any user in the Microsoft Store or Microsoft partner stores. The price in the USA is $120, but in other regions it may differ due to differences in exchange rates. The Russian Microsoft Store offers to buy Windows 10 Home for 8,699 rubles.
• Pro: a more expensive edition created for IT professionals, developers and small organizations. Also available to every user. The original price is $200, but the Russian Microsoft Store sells Windows 10 Pro for 15,299 rubles. We also note that a paid upgrade from Windows 10 Home to Windows 10 Pro is possible - to do this, just type the request Windows 10 Pro in the Windows Store.
• Enterprise: edition created specifically for corporate clients. A license for it can only be purchased by legal entities.
• Education: publication for educational institutions. The subtleties of its licensing are quite complex, but the main thing is that it is also inaccessible to the average user.
• S: This edition is also aimed at educational institutions and is not available to ordinary users. However, it can be preinstalled on laptops and tablets (in particular, Surface Laptop). In this case, the user will be able to upgrade to the Pro edition for $49.99.

In which editions can you disable Windows 10 updates?

Windows 10 users quite often complain about automatic update systems. Windows 10 itself downloads and installs security updates, bug fixes and new driver versions. Many people want because of possible problems in latest builds systems and drivers. Let's figure out how you can influence this process in different editions of Windows 10.

• Home SL: no way. There's absolutely nothing you can do with updates. The system will automatically download updates and install them within 7 days.
• Home: Similar to Home SL, there are no ways to control the update center.
• Pro: in this edition you can disable driver updates, defer any updates for 35 days, limit automatic downloading of updates, and also switch to the corporate update branch - Current Branch For Business (instead of the standard Current Branch). New builds of Windows 10 are released into the business branch only after thorough testing by Microsoft and ordinary users, so the likelihood of errors in them is minimal.
• Enterprise: In addition to the Pro Edition features, you get the option to switch to the LTSB (Long Term Servicing Branch). Here updates come with long delays, and major updates come with huge delays. All for the sake of stability.
• Education: everything here is similar to the Pro edition.
• S: Update settings in Windows 10 S are also completely similar to the Pro edition.

What features differ between Windows 10 Home, Pro, Enterprise and other editions?

Let's look at others functional differences editions of Windows 10.

• Home SL: This edition is the most limited. You get only the basic features of Windows 10. A rather unpleasant aspect is the lack of an official ability to change the system language. However, it is still possible.
• Home: The functionality of this edition is absolutely similar to Home SL, with the exception of changing the main system language: in Home it is possible without problems.
• Pro: Compared to Windows 10 Home, you get quite a lot additional functions. We note the availability of a group policy editor, which allows flexible system configuration, a built-in Bitlocker encryption mechanism, the ability to activate etc. There are also some corporate features available that are not useful to the average user.
• Enterprise: the most functional edition. In addition to the capabilities of Windows 10 Pro, there are powerful security mechanisms (though you need to learn how to use them), Direct Access functions, Windows-To-Go (the ability to create a flash drive with Windows 10 that can be used on different computers), BranchCache and more.
• Education: Functionality is similar to the Enterprise edition.
• S: the main feature of this edition is the installation lock classical programs. You will only be able to download apps from the Windows Store. In addition, the ability to change standard browser(Microsoft Edge) and search engine (Yandex in Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Turkey, Bing in the USA and European countries). All other functionality is similar to the Pro edition, with the exception of a few proprietary features created specifically for educational institutions.

How to Download Windows 10 Home SL, Home, Pro and Enterprise ISO Images

We have already told how from the official Microsoft website. Let's figure out which sites listed in the corresponding article can be used to download specific editions.

Official site

On this site, any user can download without any problems Windows ISO 10 Home SL, Home and Pro. To download required edition, select the following image:

• Home SL: Windows 10 for one language.
• Home / Pro: Windows 10. You can select a specific edition when installing the system from this image.

TechBench website by WZT

On a resource created by amateurs, you can freely download both Windows images 10 Home SL, Home/Pro, and Windows 10 Enterprise or Windows 10 Education. You don't need instructions for this: everything is pretty obvious.

Third Party Resources

If you are using other image sources, look at the ISO name or description. Usually its author indicates the built-in publications.

What do the letters N, KN and LTSB mean in the name of the image?

Even on the official Microsoft website you can see images of Windows 10 N or Windows 10 KN. Windows 10 LTSB can also be found on various resources. Let's explain what these letters mean.

What is Windows 10 N

Postfix N denotes a different set of programs built into the system, in particular, the absence Windows components Media Player. This subtype of editions was created after Microsoft's litigation in the European Union.

Microsoft provides images of Windows 10 Home N and Pro N to ordinary users. For people from most CIS countries, it is enough to know that Windows 10 N is not available in Russian or Ukrainian, so its use in Russia, Belarus, Ukraine or Kazakhstan does not make sense. If on some third party resources If you still see the N-image in Russian, then know that this language is integrated into the image by its author, which is why you may have problems later.

What is Windows 10 KN

KN editions are similar to N editions with the only difference: while N editions are created for EU countries, KN ​​editions are only available for Korea and only in the Korean language.

What is Windows 10 LTSB

We have already mentioned the term LTSB above as one of the Update options in Windows 10 Enterprise. Windows 10 LTSB images are created for enterprise users only. Their main features are the following:

• Lack of any built-in metro programs, including Windows Store and Microsoft Edge.
• The default update center is set to the LTSB branch.

If you don't want to deal with the lack of metro programs, then you definitely shouldn't use these images. If you need as much as possible clean Windows 10 then best option you won't find it. Just keep in mind that licenses for this version of Windows are only sold legal entities, and you will have to do something with the activation.

What does OEM, Box, Retail, FPP and VL mean?

While downloading images on the Internet or simply discussing them with someone, you may come across terms like OEM, Box or Retail. They are usually used in the context of Windows 10 editions, and many consider them to be separate editions. In fact, all these names have nothing to do with the editions of Windows 10 and, accordingly, the functionality of the system, but indicate Windows license delivery channel. Let's look at this point in more detail.

What is an OEM license

OEM license- Windows license, which is tied to motherboard devices. An ordinary user cannot purchase such a license; it is available only to PC manufacturers at fairly low prices (usually $10-20 depending on the edition of Windows).

The catch with the OEM license is that, according to the license agreement, it cannot be transferred to other devices.

What is a Retail, Box or FPP license?

Retail license- a Windows license that is not tied to anything and can be transferred to other devices. Regular users receive this type of license when purchasing Windows 10 Home or Pro.

Since such licenses are most often sold in boxes (with a disk or flash drive), the name is also common Box (box license) or FPP (Full Packaged Product). Note that in the context Windows licensing 10 concepts Retail, Box And FPP mean the same thing.

What is a VL license

If we consider licenses for Windows 10, then VL denotes a volume license that is not available to ordinary users: it is intended only for large enterprise customers. Its peculiarity is the ability to activate several hundred systems at once with the same license key.

What is a Not For Resale license?

If you have come across a similar term somewhere (although it is quite difficult to come across it by chance), then know that Not For resale literally means Not for resale.

Is the functionality of Windows 10 OEM and Retail different?

No, it's no different. Functionality and Windows setup 10 OEM or Windows 10 Retail does not depend in any way on the license delivery channel for it.

What are RTM, Final, RC and Insider

In addition to abbreviations indicating Windows 10 license distribution channels, you may come across the terms RTM, Final, RC and others. As with OEM/Retail, they are in no way associated with Windows 10 editions, but indicate the system version. Let us give an explanation of the main notation.

What is RTM, Final or Gold

RTM (Release To Manufacturing, release) - the final version of the system, which is released as official. Words Final or Gold in this context they mean the same thing.

What is RC or Insider

R.C.(Release Candidate) - a beta version of the system, which may contain shortcomings and bugs. This abbreviation was applied to Windows 7 and Windows 8. Starting with Windows 10, the designation is used Insider or Insider Preview. Insider builds are quite often unstable, so you should not install them unless absolutely necessary.

What is TH1, TH2, RS1, RS2 or RS3

Such terms refer to the codename of the version of Windows 10. We will provide information about all currently known versions of Windows 10, including codenames, version numbers and build numbers.

• TH1 (Threshold 1)- version 1507 - assembly 10240 . Released in July 2015 under the name of the original version of Windows 10 ( IR). Status - RTM.
• TH2 (Threshold 2)- version 1511 - assembly 10586 . Released in November 2015 under the name November Update NU). Status - RTM.
• RS1 (Redstone 1)- version 1607 - assembly 14393 . Released in July 2016 under the name Anniversary Update AU). Status - RTM.
• RS2 (Redstone 2)- version 1703 - assembly 15063 . Released in March 2017 under the name Creators Update (updates for designers C.U.). Status - RTM.
• RS3 (Redstone 3)- version 1709 - assembly 16299 . Released in October 2017 under the name Fall Creators Update (autumn update for designers FCU). Status - RTM.
• RS4 (Redstone 4)- version 1803 - assembly 17134 . Released in May 2018 under the title April 2018 Update ( April update). Status - RTM.
• RS5 (Redstone 5)- version 1809 - assemblies 17xxx. On this moment is in active development, the update is expected to be released in September-October 2018. Status - Insider.

Now you know exactly how Windows 10 Home and Pro differ, and you also know how to distinguish the edition of Windows 10 from the license delivery channel or system version.

OS name: Microsoft Windows 10 Corporate
Official website: www.microsoft.com
Developer:
Interface languages: English (US), English (UK), Spanish, Italian, Chinese (Traditional), Chinese (Simplified), Korean, German, Portuguese (Brazil), French and Japanese.
Treatment: Trial version for 90 days (permanent activation possible)
System requirements:
Processor: 1 GHz or faster
RAM: 1 GB (32-bit) or 2 GB (64-bit)
Disk space: 16 GB free space
Graphics card: Microsoft DirectX 9 graphics device, with WDDM driver
Screen resolution: 1024 x 768

Windows 10 Enterprise (90-day free trial)

Users who want to use the Windows 10 operating system, but do not yet dare to purchase it, but only want to try working with it for evaluation purposes, Microsoft company provides them with such an opportunity. Both organizations and individuals can download it for free and install it on their computers.

A special section of Microsoft's TechNet Evaluation Center website allows you to download trial versions of products for IT professionals, and you don't have to actually be one. All you need is to have (or create for free) a Microsoft account.

• 1. Next, you will need to enter your First and Last Name, email address, job title (for example, it could be “Workstation Administrator”) and the purpose of downloading the OS image (for example, “Evaluate Windows 10 Enterprise”).
• 2. On the same page you should select the desired bit depth, language and version of the ISO image.
• 3. The Russian language may not be among the supported ones, but you can easily install the Russian language pack after installing the English-language system: How to install the Russian interface language in Windows 10, read below.
• 4. After filling out the form, you will be taken to the image download page, the ISO version you selected with Windows 10 Enterprise will start downloading automatically.
• 5. A key is not required during installation; activation will occur automatically after connecting to the Internet. If you still need the key, for example to restore the system:

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Issues
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— Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB Available in 32-bit and 64-bit ISO versions.

Windows 10 Enterprise(Corporate) - special Windows edition 10, designed for large enterprises and medium-sized organizations. The LTSB (Long Term Servicing Branch) version is a specialized version with long-term support

How to download the Russian interface language using the control panel

• 1. Go to the control panel (for example, by right-clicking on the “Start” button - “ Control Panel"), switch the top right item "View by" to icons (Icons) and open the item "Language". After this do the following actions to install the language pack.
• 2. Click Add a language.
• 3. Find “Russian” in the list and click the “Add” button. After this, Russian will appear in the list of input languages, but not the interface.
• 4. Click “Options” next to the Russian language, the next window will check for the presence of Russian in the Windows 10 interface (the computer must be connected to the Internet).
• 5. If the Russian interface language is available, a link “Download and install language pack” will appear. Click on this item (you must be a computer administrator) and confirm the download of the language pack (a little more than 40 MB).
• 6. After the Russian language pack is installed and the installation window is closed, you will return to the list of input languages. Click Options again next to Russian.
• 7. You will be asked to log out and log in again so that the Windows 10 interface language changes to Russian. Click Log off now, or later if you need to save something before logging out.
• 8. The next time you log in, the Windows 10 interface language will be Russian. Also, during the steps above, the Russian input language was added, if it was not installed previously.
• 9. Next, go to the control panel - “Language” and make sure that Russian is first in the list. Otherwise, select it and click the “Up” menu item above the list of languages.
  In the control panel, go to “Regional Standards” and on the “Location” tab, in the “Primary location” item, select “Russia”.

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Download original Windows 10 Enterprise images
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Which begs the question? What will happen after 3 months of use? At the end of 90 days, the system will work, but periodically ask reactivation. It is possible to activate, activate in various available ways, if not, then install the system again, fortunately it is free. If you don’t like rearranging, buy it licensed Windows 10.