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Forced Windows updates can now be paused forever
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No more getting caught by a forced Windows 11 update while you're in the middle of a meeting or a match.
Key facts
- Once you opted to pause updates for Windows 11, you won't be disturbed for 35 days at a time, but you can now reset this 35-day limit for as long as you want
- No more getting caught by a forced Windows 11 update while you're in the middle of a meeting or a match
- Beyond the update pauses, Microsoft is ensuring Windows 11 users always have the option to shut down or restart their devices without updating
- According to Microsoft, the latest Windows Updates features are currently rolling out to those enrolled in the Windows Insider program, specifically users in the Dev and Experimental Channels
Summary
To give users more control, Windows Update introduced the option to extend update pauses as much as users want. Beyond the update pauses, Microsoft is ensuring Windows 11 users always have the option to shut down or restart their devices without updating.