Applies ToWindows 10

Release Date:

11/10/2016

Version:

OS Build 10240.17146

This update includes quality improvements and security fixes. No new operating system features are being introduced in this update. Key changes include:

  • Improved reliability of Windows graphics device interface (GDI).

  • Addressed issue causing printer drivers to not install correctly after installing security update KB3170005 .

  • Addressed issue causing sign-in errors if a password is entered incorrectly or a new password doesn’t meet password complexity requirements after installing security update KB3167679.

  • Addressed issue that causes Internet Explorer 11 to fail sometimes when using a user-defined style sheet.

  • Improved support for networks by adding new entries to the Access Point Name (APN) database.

  • Improved support for websites by updating the HTTP Strict Transport Security (HSTS) preload list.

  • Addressed issue with revised daylight saving time.

  • Addressed additional issues with Internet Explorer 11 and licensing.

  • Security updates to Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer 11, kernel-mode drivers, Microsoft Graphics Component, Windows registry, and diagnostic hub.

For more information about the security fixes in this update and a complete list of affected files, see KB3192440.

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