Microsoft says the Windows settings backup and restore tool will be enabled by default on Microsoft Entra-joined or Microsoft Entra hybrid-joined enterprise systems after upgrading to Windows 11 26H2.

If used properly, new features built into Windows 11 offer safe, nearly complete backup, restore, repair, and recovery operations without third-party tools — but there are some caveats worth knowing.

I use a multi-step process to properly back up my Windows 11 PC. It covers all the use cases, from a simple version history to a full system backup. However, if you only use your PC for work and don't ...