Only use these OSes offline or in highly controlled air-gapped environments. For any internet-facing system, upgrade to a newer OS where telemetry can be fully controlled via Group Policy. The privacy statement is a warning label, not a guarantee.
Note that Volume Licensing media may require internet access via Windows Update to install optional features or roles. Use KMS Updating: For Windows Server 2012 R2, ensure update is installed on KMS hosts. 🔗 Official Resources Windows 8.1 and Windows Server 2012 R2 Privacy Statement Windows Privacy Compliance Guide Only use these OSes offline or in highly
: For Server 2012 R2, keep IE Enhanced Security Configuration enabled for standard users. Only use these OSes offline or in highly
to turn off features like location services, personalized ads, and error reporting if not required. Product Key Management: Only use these OSes offline or in highly