Windows 81 And Windows Server 2012 R2 Privacy Statement For Installation Features Key _top_ -

[OS Installation Trigger] │ ├─► Dynamic Update ──► Contacts Microsoft Update for critical drivers/patches │ ├─► Product Activation ──► Submits Hardware Hash & Installation Key via HTTPS (Port 443) │ └─► Installation Improvement Program ──► Collects telemetry on setup telemetry and errors 1. Dynamic Update

Navigate to: Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Data Collection and Preview Builds . installer performance metrics

To diagnose issues and improve software reliability. and error codes.

Microsoft uses this aggregated, anonymized data to improve the reliability and efficiency of future Windows installations. It is generally off by default, allowing users to opt-in. 3. Activation Features installer performance metrics

Hardware configuration, installer performance metrics, and error codes.