Microsoft has confirmed that it will force Windows 11 updates. After announcing that two versions of the operating system would be out of support in the coming days, the tech giant has implemented a new measure that has irritated some users. Microsoft has decided to take the bull by the horns and automatically install the new version of the operating system.
According to a message in the Windows Message Center, Microsoft to force Windows 11 23H2 update to all usersIf you’re still running version 22H2 and haven’t installed this fix, Windows Update will do it for you. Support for Windows 11 22H2 ends on October 8, 2024, so you won’t receive any more updates after that date.
The forced update to Windows 11 23H2 will coincide with Patch Tuesday, so Microsoft will download it automatically..
“The next October 2024 security update, which will be released on October 8, 2024, will be the last update available for these editions,” Microsoft says. “To help you stay protected and productive, Windows Update will automatically initiate feature updates for Windows 11 Home and Pro devices that aren’t managed by IT.”
The only versions of Windows 11 21H2 that continue to be actively supported are the business and education versions that are managed by IT professionals. This automatic download and update This will only affect final consumer versions.because there are still Windows 11 Home and Pro users who refuse to install the 22H3 patch.
You will have to update Windows 11 even if you don’t want to.
At first glance, automatically downloading and installing the Windows 11 update to maintain support seems reasonable. The owner will not be left without protection from threats that may arise after the expiration date. However, Some consider this decision arbitrary. and the final word remains with the user.
The issue with version 23H2 is not a forced update, it is related to the content installed on your computer. Windows 11 22H2 is the latest free version of Copilot.Therefore, the operating system does not have an AI chatbot. In addition, the 23H2 patch includes an updated version of File Explorer, which significantly affects performance.
Microsoft has launched a campaign to Make sure all users running older versions of Windows 11 have updated. until the newest one. Reminder windows will become more frequent as we get closer to October 8, 2024.
“After this date, devices running these editions will no longer receive monthly security updates or preview updates that contain protection from the latest security threats,” the company notes. “As you move to Windows 11, version 23H2 keeps your device compatible and receives monthly updates that are critical to the security and health of the ecosystem.”
If you want to avoid this, You can always turn off automatic updates. via Group Policy (GPO) or via applications such as Winaero Tweaker. This option is not recommended as your computer will be unprotected. In any case, Your best bet would be to install 23H2 or switch to Linux Mint. and forget about an operating system loaded with malware.
Source: Hiper Textual
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