WSUS versus cloud update channel tradeoffs
Overview
WSUS offers control and LAN peering; Windows Update for Business/Intune offers simplicity and cloud routing.
WSUS strengths
Deferrals, express packages on LAN, disconnected scenarios.
Cloud strengths
No server to patch for patching; integrates compliance dashboards in Intune natively.
Hybrid note
Some orgs retain WSUS for servers while endpoints WUfB—document dual truth carefully.
Exit plan
If WSUS neglected six months—migrate before catalogue corruption surprises you.
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