October 8, 2020 (Required) - Released
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Compass for Windows Update Information:
A critical update will be available for Compass on
Thursday, October 8th, 2020. This update will be available in all languages and includes the following improvements:
- Microsoft 365 Apps forward compatibility. Current & Monthly Channels are regularly updated with new features, bug fixes and modifications. Our intention is to support these as quickly as possible when released, while maintaining support for older versions of the 365 apps.
- Updated MOS 2016 exams (English). There have been significant updates to the entire suite of MOS 2016 exams to improve the overall experience. These include an upgraded user interface, simplified tutorial and survey, addressing of some exam stability issues, and reducing exam file size for faster downloading.
- Content download performance improvements. Downloading our content can be time consuming, so we are introducing new technology utilizing Microsoft Azure that will allow our content to be downloaded much faster than ever before.
- General stability, security and performance improvements. This includes but not limited the following:
- Adobe CC 18 and greater exams may not function correct when using impersonation.
- Support for a new Device-based Subscription Microsoft 365 Apps for Education (device)
- LAN Client stability improvements
- Prevent the launching of Office exams with incompatible versions of office.
It’s recommended for all CATC’s to install the update at your earliest convenience.
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Here are the available options to install the update:
- This Compass update will be made available on October 8th, 2020. For systems set to receive automatic updates no action is needed as the update will download and install automatically.
- It is recommended that computers are left on the day of the release so that the updates can downloaded and installed before a candidate starts Compass.
- If you are set to receive updates manually, log in to Compass as an Administrator or Member, select “Updates” from the menu on the left and follow the onscreen prompts.
Compass for Mac Update Information:
This update is not available for Mac.
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