Here are the key security features arriving with Windows 10 next week

Windows chief Terry Myerson. Microsoft may extend this but we’d suggest getting the upgrade while it’s free if you’re going to update any of your computers.

Thanks to the Windows Insider Program, Microsoft has received almost 75 million pieces of feedback from users-resulting in more than 5,000 enhancements to the operating system.

In its pitch to corporate clients, Microsoft noted that the United States Department of Defense has made a decision to use Windows 10 to help strengthen cybersecurity. This includes sticky notes and a sketchpad, so you can grab your pen and tablet and just make some basic notes. For instance, write down a flight number and if recognized, Windows can deliver arrival and departure information. Microsoft said its target is to have Windows 10 running on 1 billion devices within three years of the software’s launch.

Yes, this biometrics security feature has been part of Windows 10 from the get-go.

Windows Hello: One interesting type of technology being introduced is biometric user authentication.

Poor Cortana. Until this update, you had to unlock a computer to use the digital assistant. X user who is thinking at all about going to Windows 10, now’s the time. After July 29, the cost of Windows 10 Home jumps to $119, or $199 for the Pro version.

Tom Warren of The Verge outlines his favorite features and concludes, “Overall, I’m impressed with Windows 10 Anniversary Update”.

Hopefully, Microsoft integrates this commonsense feature into Edge pretty soon so we won’t need a thirdparty utility to carry out what used to be a native feature. This is the exact promise of Windows as a service, and it’s encouraging to see it in action. Upgrading brings all your documents, settings and most apps from your previous version of Windows. Early specs pointed to an 8.3-inch screen, stylus support, and a rather small price, especially because Microsoft was trying to conquer the tablet market with Windows RT and make it a more compelling platform.