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Releasing Windows 11 Builds 26100.7918 and 26200.7918 to …

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Microsoft released Windows 11 Builds 26100.7918 and 26200.7918 (KB5077241) to the Release Preview for 24H2 and 25H2, using gradual and normal rollouts. Highlights include Emoji 16.0, first‑sign‑in restore for organizations, Quick Machine Recovery, taskbar speed test, built‑in Sysmon, camera controls, and fixes.

Today Microsoft released Windows 11 Builds 26100.7918 and 26200.7918 to the Release Preview Channel. The update bundles new features, reliability fixes, and gradual and normal rollout details.

Main feature and change and impact

This flight adds several platform features and security improvements across 24H2 and 25H2 builds. Built-in Sysmon brings native event monitoring to Windows, disabled by default and requiring explicit enablement. Network speed test in the taskbar aids diagnostics. Entra ID group and role SID resolution improves cloud-only identity handling in file permissions and access control scenarios.

Practical implications for IT and users

IT teams gain improved restore and recovery workflows for hybrid and Cloud PCs via first sign-in restore and Quick Machine Recovery. Built-in Sysmon centralizes event capture in the Windows event log for security tooling integration. Taskbar network speed testing and improved File Explorer reliability reduce troubleshooting time for end users and support staff.
“Today we’re releasing Windows 11 Builds 26100.7918 and 26200.7918 (KB5077241) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel. Built-in Sysmon is disabled by default and must be explicitly enabled.”
These builds emphasize incremental rollout, security telemetry, and user-facing diagnostics. Administrators should evaluate enabling built-in Sysmon and test first sign-in restore in controlled environments. Monitor Release Preview telemetry before broad deployment to production devices.

Key points from the article:

  • Release Preview push for Builds 26100.7918 and 26200.7918
  • Emoji 16.0 adds one curated emoji per major category
  • First-sign-in restore now included in Windows Backup for Organizations
  • Built-in Sysmon provides native event capture, disabled by default
  • Taskbar includes a network speed test accessible from system tray

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