
Ensure that all applications that rely on the Microsoft Speech API function as expected.Test creating Virtual Machines (VMs) and applying snapshots.Check that TIFF, RAW, and EMF files render correctly due to changes in the Windows codecs.This month's update also includes changes to the following lower-risk Windows components: Key testing scenariosĭue to the major update to the Disk Management utility this month (which we consider high-risk), we recommend testing partition formatting and partition extensions. I have included a helpful infographic which this month looks a little lopsided (again) as all of the attention should be on the Windows and Exchange components. For more information on this cloud-based management service, you can check out this Microsoft video or this Computerworld FAQ.

It also looks as if Microsoft has announced a new way to deploy updates to any device, wherever it is located, with the Windows Update for Business Service.

That means the Windows updates get our highest “Patch Now” rating, and if you have to manage Exchange servers, be aware that the update requires additional privileges and extra steps to complete. On Tuesday, MIcrosoft rolled out another broad series of updates across its Windows ecosystems, including four vulnerabilities affecting Windows that have been publicly disclosed and one security flaw - reportedly exploited already - that affects the Windows kernel.
