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How to Configure Signed Updates from an Intranet Microsoft Update Service Location
Enable it to ensure updates are installed from the internal network
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Updated onJuly 31, 2024
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Signed updates are important as they verify the authenticity and source of updates before being installed on devices.
For companies with internal networks, managing updates via an intranet Microsoft update service location provides security benefits and control over the update distribution process. Let’s learn more about it.
What is the Intranet Microsoft Update Service Location?
An intranet Microsoft update service location is a centralized server within an organization’s internal network that hosts and distributes Microsoft updates. It allows companies to manage and control the deployment of updates independently of external servers.
The Allow signed updates from an intranet Microsoft update service location policy specifies whether the automatic updates will allow installation of updates signed by entities other than Microsoft, specifically when these updates are to be installed from an intranet Microsoft update service location. The policy is still supported on Windows operating systems under theMicrosoft Product Support Lifecycle.
How does the policy work?
The Allow signed updates from an intranet Microsoft update service location policy setting enables administrators to manage whether Automatic updates allow updates signed by any entity other than Microsoft when those updates are located on an intranet Microsoft update service location.
It is important to note that updates from sources except the intranet Microsoft update service must always be signed by Microsoft. Also, remember this policy doesn’t support Windows RT therefore, it will not affect any Windows RT computer.
How can I enable the policy?
Here is the table fromMicrosoft Learndefining the meaning of the options available within the policy:
What are the best practices for managing signed updates from an intranet Microsoft update service location?
To conclude, the Allow signed updates from an intranet Microsoft update service location policy helps organizations maintain control over update distribution and safeguard against potential security threats due to unauthorized updates.
If you encounterany issues while applying a policy in Group Policy Editor, here is a quick guide to help you fix the problem.
Also, in case you are gettingthis program blocked by a Group Policyerror, you need to fix it by disabling the software restriction policy; read this guide to learn more.
If you have any questions or suggestions about the policy, please mention them in the comments section below.
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Srishti Sisodia
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Srishti Sisodia is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. She has extensive experience exploring the latest technological advancements and sharing her insights through informative blogs.
Her diverse interests bring a unique perspective to her work, and she approaches everything with commitment, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn. That’s why she’s part of Windows Report’s Reviewers team, always willing to share the real-life experience with any software or hardware product. She’s also specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
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Srishti Sisodia
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She is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. Srishti is specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
