Developer-optimized Windows 11 experience to build and ship faster. Coreutils for Windows – a set of Linux-like command line utilities that run natively on Windows, now generally available. WSL containers – a built-in way to create, run and interact with Linux containers using familiar CLI & API, coming soon to public preview. Windows Development Skills – gives agents structured knowledge to build great native Windows apps end-to-end using WinUI3 skills and WinApp CLI, now generally available. Intelligent Terminal – intentionally brings context-aware intelligence to your favorite agents dire
Build 2026: Furthering Windows as the trusted platform for development… Protect devices from untrusted apps without disrupting users. Smart App Control for consumers and App Control for Business are expanding in coverage across millions of devices, with stronger reputation-based enforcement, new integration APIs and policy-driven control for enterprise environments. …
… The Microsoft Execution Containers MXC SDK To contain agent impact without limiting productivity gains, we’re introducing an early preview of the Microsoft Execution Containers MXC SDK , a cross-platform, policy-driven execution layer for agents on Windows and WSL. …
… When a prompt is blocked, the user receives a clear, policy-based notification explaining that the action is restricted by organizational policy. …
… Validation must be performed using Group Policy or custom OMA-URI. For more information, see Policy-based in-box app removal . Feedback: Share your thoughts in Feedback Hub WIN + F under Developer Platform App Deployment . …
AI September 23, 2025 Windows ML is generally available: Empowering developers to scale local AI across Windows devices By Logan Iyer, Corporate Vice President, Windows Platform + Developer The future of AI is hybrid, utilizing the respective strengths of cloud and client while harnessing every Win… …
… Security and trust are fundamental and should be built into every aspect of a device. Innovative devices are the platform that enables organizations to move faster with hybrid AI to accelerate workflows, productivity and end-to-end management. …
… Used by over 250 million monthly active users, the Microsoft Store’s open policies enable scalable distribution across both consumer and commercial devices. “At Brave, our core mission is to put users first. …
… For some devices, downloading and flashing new firmware is expensive for battery life and other reasons. By issuing an offer, the CFU protocol avoids downloading or flashing firmware that would be rejected based on versioning and other platform policies. …
… Less disruption from Windows Update, moving devices to a single monthly reboot, while organizations and users who wish to get new features and fixes faster remain able to do so More direct control over updates, including the ability to pause updates for as long as you need and restart or shut down … …