Windows 11 build 27774 adds Administrator Protection feature to Canary Channel

Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 11 build 22774 in the Canary Channel of the Windows Insider Program with several noticeable improvements and new features, in addition to bug fixes.

According to the company, build 27774 introduces the new “Administrator Protection” feature through the Windows Security app. When performing a clean installation, the Windows Setup will not warn you about formatting, and deleting partitions will delete the data on the drive.

In addition, the latest preview of the operating system rolls out a couple of fixes for the Personalization settings and crashing problems for the Xbox app.

Administrator Protection new feature

The “Administrator Protection” is a new security feature available through the Windows Security app. Once enabled, it provides a new security layer that prompts for authorization when an untrusted or unsigned app requires elevation to make system changes.

The interface provides a yellow color scheme for applications that may be harmful to run on your device. However, it’s also available with a light color scheme to allow elevation for trusted and signed applications.

Untrusted app warning / Image: Mauro Huculak

To enable the security feature, open Windows Security > Account protection, click on the “Administrator protection settings” page, turn on the “Administrator protection” toggle switch, and restart the computer.

Administrator protection feature / Image: Mauro Huculak

Although this feature may look similar to the “User Account Control” (UAC) feature, it’s different. The UAC feature is a broader security feature within the operating system. In contrast, the Administrator protection feature ensures that any access attempt or tampering with the code or data of an elevated session cannot be made without authorization.

Windows Setup new warnings

Also, Windows 11 build 27774 introduces changes to the installation experience. If you’re performing a Windows 11 installation while using the drive manager, the experience will warn you that your data will be erased when formatting a partition or deleting a partition.

Format partition warning / Image: @PhantomOfEarth

The format partition warning reads: “You will lose all data on this partition if you format it. Proceed with this operation only if you are okay with removing all data on this partition.”

Delete partition warning / Image: @PhantomOfEarth

The delete partition warning reads: “You will lose all data on this partition if you delete it. Proceed with this operation only if you are okay with removing all data on this partition.”

System fixes

This preview through the Canary Channel also fixes an issue with the window borders that weren’t showing the accent color, showdowns, and animation not working correctly.

In addition, this preview fixes crash problems with the Xbox app.

Preview installation

To download and install these Windows 11 builds, enroll your device in the Canary Channel through the “Windows Insider Program” settings from the “Update & Security” section. Once you enroll the computer in the program, you can download the build from the “Windows Update” settings by turning on the “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” option and clicking the “Check for Updates” button.

Also, for this preview, Microsoft is offering the ISO file for Windows 11 build 27774.


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