: Checks URLs for web content used by apps against a list of known malicious sites to protect the system. Managing Privacy Settings After Installation

Additionally, disable via Server Manager -> Local Server -> “Participate in CEIP” -> Select “No.” : Checks URLs for web content used by

One of the first background tasks is a one-off check with Windows Update to grab the latest installation-specific patches and drivers to ensure a smooth setup. Sends visited URLs to Microsoft to verify safety

Microsoft’s privacy guide for these versions highlights several features you can opt into or out of during the initial configuration (often referred to as the "Out-of-Box Experience" or OOBE): What it Does Privacy Consideration Checks URLs against a list of known malicious sites. Sends visited URLs to Microsoft to verify safety. Location Services disable via Server Manager -&gt

, which details data collection practices during installation and setup. Key Privacy & Installation Features

If you are setting up a volume licensed environment or installing a trial that you intend to activate later via a Volume License Server (KMS), you must use the Generic Volume License Keys (GVLK).