Microsoft’s latest Edge update makes browser management a breeze
Microsoft made it easier for admins to manage the Edge browser.
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What you need to know
Microsoft recently released a new update for itsEdge browserto the Stable channel, bringing it toversion 115.0.1901.183. The update is significantly small, adding a new feature update, the Microsoft Edge management service, and the usual bug and reliability fixes.
The Microsoft Edge management service is found in the Microsoft 365 admin center and is designed to help admins manage the Microsoft Edge browser. The feature has already started rolling out to users and is expected to hit general availability this week. However, the experience is limited to Microsoft Edge and Global admins.
“It’s a simple and easy-to-manage experience,“says Microsoft. “Admins are able to configure all Microsoft Edge browser policies for their organization in a configuration profile and set-up the browser to use these settings.”
Here’sthe full changelogas listed by Microsoft:
Microsoft Edge 115: Feature update
Microsoft Edge 115: New Policies
Microsoft Edge 115: Additional policy changes
Microsoft Edge | Free
Microsoft Edge is the default browser on Windows. It’s based on Chromium, so it’s compatible with the vast majority of the web. There are several Insider versions of the browser, allowing you to test new features and provide feedback to Microsoft.
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