Microsoft recently announced a delay in the deprecation of driver synchronization support within Windows Server Update Services (WSUS). Initially, the company planned to discontinue this feature in April 2025, but has postponed the decision after receiving significant feedback from customers stating that many are not ready to adopt alternative methods for driver updates.
The decision comes after Microsoft acknowledged that a large number of users still depend on WSUS for maintaining driver updates. Despite about 34% of WSUS users actively relying on the service, only 8% expressed concerns about its potential removal. Microsoft emphasized the importance of "valuable feedback" from users in this decision-making process.
In its past communications, Microsoft had indicated that WSUS was being deprecated to encourage users to transition to more modern solutions like Microsoft Intune and Windows Autopatch. These newer services are designed to support Windows 11 devices and make management easier for organizations. However, WSUS remains crucial for many users, especially in scenarios where devices are disconnected from the internet.
The decision to extend support for driver synchronization may prevent disruption for businesses that rely on this feature, underscoring the importance of listening to customer needs as Microsoft navigates the evolving landscape of Windows services.
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