The day before, Panos Panay announced the availability and release of Windows 11 2022 Update, the most current version of Windows 11. Windows is an essential part of the way more than a billion people connect with each other, learn, play and work. In this blog, I’ll discuss how you can get the update 2022 (also called Windows 11, version 22H2 1) information on our strategy to deliver continuous improvement, including enhancements in the user experience after updating as well as information on educational and commercial customers.
How do I get the update?
Today marks the start of this the initial major upgrade for Windows 11 is now available to those who wish to upgrade. The approach we are using to launch Windows 11 leverages our well-established updates and systems. The planned and measured release will provide updates via Windows Update when data shows that your device is in good condition for the update, since our goal is to offer a superior update experience. We’ll initially increase the timeframe for the release during the first few weeks while we watch for the quality of signals. If we discover that your device is experiencing issues, for example, an application compatibility issue We may place an emergency hold and delay the release until the issue is resolved. For more information on the current status on this rollout Windows 11 release, the safeguard holds, and the holds that could be applicable on your computer, go to Windows Release Health. Find out more information about how you can install Windows 11.
Windows 11 devices
Devices that are eligible to run Windows 11, version 21H2 that are keen to test the most recent feature update and are prepared to install the version on their device may opt to do this by going to Windows Update settings ( Settings > Windows Update) and selecting to check to see if updates are available 2.. For more information about the 2022 Update experience on Windows 11 devices, take a look at the video below..
Windows 10 devices
If you’re using Windows 10 today, you should check whether your device is eligible (i.e., meets the minimum system requirements required by Windows 11) to upgrade by using PC Health Check. PC Health Check application. It is then possible to determine whether Windows 11, version 22H2 is available for your particular device by entering Windows Update settings (Settings > Update and Security Windows Update) and selecting the option to check for updates 3,4. If your device is compatible to upgrade and is in place for download, an option for downloading and installing will be displayed When you’re in the right position for the installation of Windows 11, simply select the Download and Install option. 5.6. For more information about how to experience the Windows 11 upgrade experience for Windows 10 devices, check out the video below..
Providing constant improvement and value
Our delivery method makes use of the long-standing month-long feature updates procedures and systems that we have used to update our +1.4 billion Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices that we’ve supplied and supported in the last six years. Windows 11 will continue to be updated on an annual schedule, which is released in the second quarter in the year. This will mark the start of the lifecycle of support which includes the support period of 24 months available for Home as well as Pro editions, and an additional 36-month support plan for Enterprise or Education editions.
We’re committed to providing constant innovation through the release of new features in Windows 11 with increased frequency through our servicing technology (like the monthly update) as well as Microsoft Store updates, in addition to our annual update process. Our aim is to offer you the most enjoyable experiences all year round and when new features are available based on their the quality and reliability of our well-established methods. We are also pleased to announce that a new set experiences, including Tabbed File Explorer. Tabbed File explorer, considered as a part of 2022’s Update, is available for all versions to be released in October. We will provide more details and documentation once we release these features. We are planning a gradual rollout in conjunction with the non-security preview for these features. They are made widely available by the end of November, 2022 release of the security update 7.. In the future, it will be our intention to reveal, document, and release the latest features, experiences and capabilities as they are available ( learn more).
We’ve listened to the feedback from users about the general Windows Update experience and are pleased to announce two major improvements to the user experience for feature as well as monthly updates to Windows 11 2022 Update. Windows 11 2022 Update.
A smaller and more efficient update installation: We have significantly reduced the size of the downloads of update features by about 450MB to many people. We’ve also reduced the download and installation times of updates that are cumulative in nature and also recovered thousands of gigabytes disk space for the user. Find out more about these enhancements.
Windows Carbon awareness and update: Windows will try to schedule update installation at a specific time of the day, and doing this could result in less carbon emissions. Numerous electrical grids are powered by various sources, including renewables along with fossil fuels. When they are available, Windows 11 will now make it a priority to install updates in the background during times when more renewable energy sources (like the solar, wind as well as hydro) are readily available ( find out more in this article).
Information for education and commercial customers
Windows 11 is built on stable, compatible, with the known Windows 10 foundation you know and was created to work with hybrid teams. It is possible to plan preparation, and then deploy Windows 11 alongside Windows 10 with the same procedures such as policies, management tools and other applications. For more information on the most recent features available for commercial enterprises with Windows 11, version 22H2 Check out our latest commercial blog.
We suggest IT administrators start targeted deployments right now to be part of the normal Windows Update motion. For the most up-to-date tools and resources read our article on tools that support Windows 11 deployment. To help facilitate Windows 11 deployment easier, we recommend you use the built-in Windows 11 Readiness report in Microsoft Endpoint Manager and/or Endpoint Analytics to determine if you are qualified devices that meet Windows 11 minimum system specifications to upgrade.
Windows 11, version 22H2 is accessible through the usual channels and procedures, including Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), Windows Update for Business and the Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC) 8for the phased deployment of Microsoft Endpoint Manager or other endpoint management software. September 20, 2022, is the beginning of the 36-month supporting support to Enterprise and Education editions of Windows 11, version 22H2.
Enjoy the latest innovations within this update to Windows 11 2022 Update
We all require the most up-to-date technology to keep up with learning, working, and connecting, using the 2022 Update is the most effective method to keep your Windows device secure and efficient. It also lets your device take advantage of the ongoing innovation we’ll bring over the next year thanks to this 2022 update.
As I’ve mentioned previously in the past, for customers using a device not compatible with Windows 11, Windows 10 is the best location to be. Windows 10 will be supported until October. 14 2025 and we’ve also declared that the next update, Windows 10, version 22H2 will be released in October, and will provide support and the option of Windows. Like in the past, we’ll closely follow the release of Windows 11 and will continue to provide timely information about the progress of the rollout, as well as the known problems (open and fixed) throughout all Windows updates and feature updates through Windows release health dashboard and @WindowsUpdate. Windows Release Health Dashboard along with the @WindowsUpdate Twitter feed. We invite you to continue telling us what you think of the Windows Update experience using feedback or suggestions on the Feedback Hub.
1 Consistent numeral version names across the annual release (“version 22H2” that was it was released in the second half of 2022’s calendar year).
2. The eligible Windows 11 devices must have installed the non-security preview release of June 2022 release or later in order to upgrade up to Windows 11, version 22H2.
3. The eligible Windows 10 devices must be running the latest version of Windows, 2004 or later and have been running the latest April 2022 non-security preview version or later, in order to upgrade straight to Windows 11.
Certain features need specific hardware. See Windows 11 specifications for more details.
5 New Windows 11 users will be required to sign to the Microsoft Software License Terms after clicking “Download and install” before the download begins.
6. Beginning in Windows 11, version 22H2 The Pro edition requires internet connectivity during the initial device setup If you decide to set up your device for private use the user must have you will need a Microsoft account is required to set up the device.
7. Upgrades as well as updates that are compatible with Windows 11, version 22H2 following the November security upgrade date will automatically be notified of the October update features.
8. downloads on the VLSC and other channels could get delayed.