Windows Update

Looking to explore upcoming features and improvements in Windows 11? Check out the Windows roadmap. It includes what’s coming to the Windows Insider Program, what’s gradually rolling out, and what’s generally available. www.microsoft.com/en-us/window...

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Windows monthly updates explained | Microsoft Community Hub Explore the differences between security and non-security releases, and ways we help keep you up to date.

Resources:

Learn about the different types of monthly updates: msft.it/6017eRKoX

Find resources, tools, and news about known issues and safeguards: msft.it/6016eRKon

Have an issue? File feedback to our engineers: msft.it/6018eRKok

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IMPORTANT: Because of minimal operations during the Western holidays, there will be no Dec. 2025 non-security preview update. There will be a monthly security update for December 2025. Normal monthly servicing for both security and non-security preview updates will resume in January 2026.

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Highlights for Windows 11, versions 25H2 & 24H2 (cont.):

File Explorer now offers a more consistent dark mode experience

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Highlights for Windows 11, versions 25H2 & 24H2 (cont.):

When Windows Spotlight is set as your desktop background, the context menu now includes two options: Learn more about this background and Next desktop background.

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Highlights for Windows 11, versions 25H2 & 24H2 (cont.):

You can use Windows Studio Effects, which provides AI-powered camera enhancements, on an additional camera such as a USB webcam or your laptop’s built-in rear camera. This experience is available exclusively on Copilot+ PCs.

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Highlights for Windows 11, versions 25H2 & 24H2:

The search results menu displays more available results, making it easier to quickly find and modify your settings. A scroll bar lets you view all search results. This experience is available exclusively on Copilot+ PCs.

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The November 2025 non-security preview update is now available for Windows 11, versions 25H2 & 24H2.

support.microsoft.com/help/5070311

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Windows monthly updates explained | Microsoft Community Hub Explore the differences between security and non-security releases, and ways we help keep you up to date.

Resources:

Learn about the different types of monthly updates: msft.it/6017eRKoX

Find resources, tools, and news about known issues and safeguards: msft.it/6016eRKon

Have an issue? File feedback to our engineers: msft.it/6018eRKok

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To check for the latest update, enter Windows Update settings (Settings > Windows Update) and select Check for updates. Learn how to get the latest updates as soon as they’re available. support.microsoft.com/en-us/window...

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Highlights for Windows 11, version 23H2 (cont.):

- This update addresses an issue where the HideRecommendedSection policy didn’t work in Windows 11 Enterprise multi-session environments, such as Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).

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Highlights for Windows 11, version 23H2 (cont.):

- This update addresses an issue with extracting .tar files when file or folder names contain more than 34 commonly used Chinese characters.

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Highlights for Windows 11, version 23H2 (cont.):

- This update addresses an issue where File Explorer sometimes didn’t respond to mouse clicks until you closed and reopened it.

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Highlights for Windows 11, version 23H2:

- This update makes quality improvements to the servicing stack, which is the component that installs Windows updates.

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A dark blue box that says, "Windows 11, version 23H2 November 2025 non-security preview update"

The November 2025 non-security preview update is now available for Windows 11, version 23H2.

support.microsoft.com/help/5070312

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Windows monthly updates explained | Microsoft Community Hub Explore the differences between security and non-security releases, and ways we help keep you up to date.

Resources:
• Learn about the different types of monthly updates: msft.it/6017eRKoX 
• Find resources, tools, and news about known issues and safeguards: msft.it/6016eRKon 
• Have an issue? File feedback to our engineers: msft.it/6018eRKok 

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YouTube video by Windows community Windows 11 release notes - November 2025

Reminders:
Short on time? Watch our short monthly release notes video for a summary of this month’s Windows 11 update. www.youtube.com/watch?v=vBMY...

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Please refer to the Microsoft Security Update Guide for information on security vulnerabilities: msft.it/6019eSFN1 

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This security update includes improvements that were a part of update KB5067036 (released October 28).

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Highlights for Windows 11, version 24H2 and 25H2 (cont.):
• [Storage] This update addresses an issue with enabling Storage Spaces Direct It fails when creating a storage cluster.

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Highlights for Windows 11, version 24H2 and 25H2:
• [Gaming] This update addresses an issue on some handheld gaming devices where after signing in using the built-in Gamepad, the controller might not respond in apps for about five seconds, causing a delay.

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Highlights for Windows 11, version 24H2 and 25H2:
• [Gaming] This update addresses an issue that affects gaming handheld devices. These devices were unable to stay in low-power states, which caused faster battery drain.

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Windows 11 release notes: 
• Version 24H2 and 25H2 (KB5068861): support.microsoft.com/help/5068861
• Version 23H2 (KB5068865): support.microsoft.com/help/5068865

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A blue background with white text that says, "Windows 11 November 2025 security updates"

The November 2025 Windows security updates are now available for Windows 11

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Looking to explore upcoming features and improvements in Windows 11? Check out the Windows roadmap. It includes what’s coming to the Windows Insider Program, what’s gradually rolling out, and what’s generally available. www.microsoft.com/en-us/window...

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Windows monthly updates explained | Microsoft Community Hub Explore the differences between security and non-security releases, and ways we help keep you up to date.

Resources:
• Learn about the different types of monthly updates: msft.it/6017eRKoX
• Find resources, tools, and news about known issues and safeguards: msft.it/6016eRKon
• Have an issue? File feedback to our engineers: msft.it/6018eRKok

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IMPORTANT: Because of minimal operations during the Western holidays and the upcoming new year, there will be no December 2025 non-security preview update. There will be a monthly security update for December 2025.

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Highlights for Windows 11, versions 25H2 & 24H2 (cont.):
• The prompt box in Click to Do* streamlines interaction with Copilot, helping you work more efficiently. You can type a custom prompt directly into the text box, which sends your prompt and selected on-screen content to Copilot.

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Highlights for Windows 11, versions 25H2 & 24H2 (cont.):
• The “Email & accounts” section is now called "Your accounts." You manage all your accounts under Settings > Accounts.

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Highlights for Windows 11, versions 25H2 & 24H2 (cont.):
• You can now configure a delay before a voice command is executed. To set this up, go to Voice access settings > Wait time before acting, and select the option that best matches your preferences.

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