Updates notes on the LTSC download page

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#### When is the release date for Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC?
It will be officially released in 2nd half of 2024, more [info](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/windows-client-roadmap-update-april-2023/ba-p/3805227). Download links will be shared here.
Insider build ISO for Windows 11 LTSC has been leaked but we recommend not installing it for general use because its authenticity can not be verified and the build is not stable.
Insider build ISO for Windows 11 LTSC has been leaked but we recommend not installing it for general use because its authenticity can not be verified.
Update - 24-May-2024
Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 24H2 is released to OEMs. We got the links, and it's added [here](windows_ltsc_links.md).
Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 24H2 is released to OEMs. We got the official links from OEM portal, and it's added [here](windows_ltsc_links.md).
#### Where is the info related to Office 2024?
Check [here](https://gravesoft.dev/office_c2r_custom/#microsoft-office-2024-preview).

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## Notes
- Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC (Long-Term Servicing Channel) releases are designed to provide longer update support (10 years) and it lacks most of the Store (UWP) apps.
- Windows 10 GAC (General Availability Channel) (i.e. Home, Pro) will reach end of support on [October 14, 2025](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle/products/windows-10-home-and-pro). So, if your hardware doesn't support Windows 11 then you might wanna use Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021 since its supported until [Jan 13, 2032](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle/products/windows-10-iot-enterprise-ltsc-2021).
- Microsoft provides Evaluation ISO public [links](https://www.microsoft.com/en-in/evalcenter) for Windows LTSC releases, but as the name states, those ISO's are for evaluation purposes and can not be activated.
- Microsoft provides full version of Windows LTSC on [MVS](https://visualstudio.microsoft.com/subscriptions/) and [VLSC](https://www.microsoft.com/licensing/ServiceCenter/default.aspx) but for them, you need to pay a high subscription fee.
- For these reasons, we need to host files on 3rd party. You can check [here](genuine-installation-media.md#verify-authenticity-of-files) on how to be sure that files are genuine.
- IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021 ISO is available in English language only. However you can install Non-IoT version in your language and install IoT key `QPM6N-7J2WJ-P88HH-P3YRH-YY74H` to switch the edition or just use HWID activation in MAS which will do that for you.
- Difference between IoT and Non-IoT Windows Enterprise LTSC 2021:
- Licensing - Non-IoT version supports the KMS license but not the Digital license. IoT version supports the Digital license and after the update 19044.2788, it supports the KMS license as well.
- Sandbox - Initial release (19044.1288) of IoT LTSC didn't have sandbox but non-IoT version had. Later updates enabled it in IoT as well, so there is no difference anymore.
- Reserved storage feature - IoT doesn't have reserved storage feature and it's install takes less space in installation. (Feature is not much important for LTSC release)
- Windows Update - IoT is supported till 2032 and Non-IoT is supported till 2027.
Conclusion, IoT LTSC is better.
- You can change the editions to each other (IoT and Non-IoT Windows Enterprise LTSC) only by inserting corresponding edition key.
- Windows 10/11 Enterprise LTSC (Long-Term Servicing Channel) releases are designed to provide longer update support (10 years) and it lacks most of the Store (UWP) apps.
- Windows 10 GAC (General Availability Channel) (i.e. Home, Pro) will reach end of support on [October 14, 2025](https://learn.microsoft.com/lifecycle/products/windows-10-home-and-pro). So, if your hardware doesn't support Windows 11 then you might wanna use Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021 since its supported until [Jan 13, 2032](https://learn.microsoft.com/lifecycle/products/windows-10-iot-enterprise-ltsc-2021) or Windows 11 24H2 IoT editions (LTSC/GAC both) because they [don't require](https://learn.microsoft.com/windows/iot/iot-enterprise/Hardware/System_Requirements?tabs=Windows11LTSC#optional-minimum-requirements) TPM / Secure boot / UEFI / 4GB RAM.
- Microsoft provides Evaluation ISO public [links](https://www.microsoft.com/evalcenter) for Windows LTSC releases, but as the name states, those ISO's are for evaluation purposes and can not be activated for more than 90 days.
- Microsoft provides full version of Windows LTSC on [MVS](https://visualstudio.microsoft.com/subscriptions/), [VLSC](https://www.microsoft.com/licensing/ServiceCenter/default.aspx) and [OEM Portal](https://devicepartner.microsoft.com/) but for them, you need to pay a high subscription fee. For this reason, we need to host files on 3rd party. You can check [here](genuine-installation-media.md#verify-authenticity-of-files) on how to be sure that files are genuine.
- If you need links for any other Windows/office file, please contact [here](https://discord.gg/gjJEfq7ux8).
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:::tip[Differences between IoT and Non-IoT Windows Enterprise LTSC]
<Tabs>
<TabItem value="Windows 11 LTSC 2024" label="Windows 11 LTSC 2024" default>
| Features | Enterprise LTSC | IoT Enterprise LTSC / IoT Enterprise Subscription LTSC |
|:---------|:--------------------------------------|:---------------------|
| **TPM / Secure boot / UEFI / 4GB RAM** | All required | [Not Required](https://learn.microsoft.com/windows/iot/iot-enterprise/Hardware/System_Requirements?tabs=Windows11LTSC#optional-minimum-requirements) 🎉 <br /> Also not required by [IoT Enterprise 24H2 (Non-LTSC)](windows_11_links.md#windows-11-24h2-preview) |
| **Automatic Device Encryption** | Enabled | Disabled |
| **Update Support** | 5 Years | 10 Years |
| **Reserved Storage Feature** | Enabled | Disabled |
| **Digital License (HWID)** | Not supported | Supported |
| **Windows Copilot** | Enabled | Disabled in product policy <br /> (*somehow it managed to install with 26100.712 updates) |
| **Uninstallable Edge** | Yes | No |
| **2 Simultaneous RDP Sessions** | No | Yes |
- IoT Enterprise LTSC ❤️ is a clear winner.
- The only difference between IoT Enterprise LTSC and IoT Enterprise Subscription LTSC is that the subscription edition supports a subscription license.
- You can change the editions to each other (IoT and Non-IoT Windows Enterprise LTSC) only by inserting the corresponding edition key.
- IoT LTSC edition ISO's are available in English language only. You can install Non-IoT LTSC in another language and later install IoT LTSC key `CGK42-GYN6Y-VD22B-BX98W-J8JXD` to change the edition.
</TabItem>
<TabItem value="Windows 10 LTSC 2021" label="Windows 10 LTSC 2021" default>
| Features | Enterprise LTSC | IoT Enterprise LTSC |
|:---------|:--------------------------------------|:---------------------|
| **Update Support** | [5 Years (till 2027)](https://learn.microsoft.com/lifecycle/products/windows-10-enterprise-ltsc-2021) | [10 Years (till 2032)](https://learn.microsoft.com/lifecycle/products/windows-10-iot-enterprise-ltsc-2021) |
| **Reserved Storage Feature** | Enabled | Disabled |
| **Digital License (HWID)** | Not supported | Supported |
| **KMS License** | Supported | Support added after the update 19044.2788 |
| **Uninstallable Edge** | Yes | No |
| **$OEM$ Folder Support** | Yes | No [(More Info)](oem-folder.md) |
- IoT Enterprise LTSC ❤️ is a winner.
- You can change the editions to each other (IoT and Non-IoT Windows Enterprise LTSC) only by inserting the corresponding edition key.
- IoT LTSC edition ISO's are available in English language only. You can install Non-IoT LTSC in another language and later install IoT LTSC key `QPM6N-7J2WJ-P88HH-P3YRH-YY74H` to change the edition.
</TabItem>
<TabItem value="Old Versions" label="Old Versions" default>
- There are ISOs available for IoT Enterprise LTSC/LTSB 2019, 2016, and 2015, but they only have the Non-IoT LTSC OEM key preinstalled. The installed key is the only difference. There is no real, different IoT edition available for these versions.
</TabItem>
</Tabs>
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## Win11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024
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These ISO's contain below editions.
Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC
Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC
Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC ❤️
Windows 11 IoT Enterprise Subscription LTSC
| Language | Arch | Link |
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(Build - 14393)
It doesn't have the actual IotEnterpriseS edition, it's just EnterpriseS with OEM key installed.
This ISO file is taken from the Microsoft's OEM portal.
Rename the .IMG extension to .iso for the uninterrupted use.
| Language | Arch | Link |
|:---------|:-----|:---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
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(Build - 10240)
It doesn't have the actual IotEnterpriseS edition, it's just EnterpriseS with OEM key installed.
This ISO file is taken from the Microsoft's OEM portal.
Rename the .IMG extension to .iso for the uninterrupted use.
Enter `FWN7H-PF93Q-4GGP8-M8RF3-MDWWW` key while installing Windows.
| Language | Arch | Link |
|:---------|:-----|:---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|