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Microsoft to enable Windows settings backup by default for orgs
July 6, 2026
Back to all postsMicrosoft has announced that it will soon enable automatic backup of Windows settings and policies for organizations using Endpoint Manager, its unified endpoint management solution. This change aims to provide increased protection against data loss due to misconfigurations or accidental changes to system settings. By default, these backups will occur daily, ensuring that businesses can easily revert to a previous state if necessary. This move is significant for Canadian SMBs as it offers an additional layer of security and reduces the risk of costly downtime caused by configuration errors. IT managers should familiarize themselves with the new backup feature and ensure they have a strategy in place to leverage it effectively.
Source: BleepingComputer
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