We’ve talked a lot about the lifecycle of Microsoft operating systems. Products such as Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 no longer receive updates or Technical supportso the most recommended option is usually to switch to Windows 11.

However, there is a possibility that some users may be missing updates and support even if they have Windows 11 installed. This is because versions of the same operating system complete their cycles and are replaced by new ones.

Windows 11 21H2 is nearing the end of its lifecycle

In this sense, all versions of Windows 11 22H2 (Home, Pro, Pro for Workstations and Pro Education) will achieve their goal. End of life The announcement was made on Microsoft’s own website this week.

This is not a new move, although it may surprise some. The Windows service timeline states that non-commercial user editions are supported for 24 months after release.

Now, this is anyone going on Windows 11 22H2 after 10 October This year they will no longer receive security updates and will no longer be supported. But the solution is as simple as updating before the said date.

An operating system might have stopped updating due to various reasons or issues. To find out which version of Windows 11 we are on, we can press Windows key + R and type. winning If we see our Version is “22H2” to access the About window we will need to update it.

As of this writing, the recommended version to continue receiving support is: Windows 11 23H2Also known as the 3rd moment. You can go to Windows Update and click on it to install it. search for updates. If you didn’t get it automatically, it’s worth checking so that updates are not paused. Given its importance, Redmond is even pushing this update, as our Genbeta colleagues have pointed out.

After installing Windows 11 23H2, you will find a good set of new features, including new commands for text selection and voice editing for the dictation function, the possibility of displaying the seconds in the system clock, new shortcuts for the File Explorer contextual menu. , a new settings page for external devices, and more.

With regard to ‘moments’ updates, it should be noted that this is Microsoft’s strategy so that Windows users can receive updates. news often. While Windows 11 is now getting a major update every year, the pace of “Moments” is faster, i.e. a few months.

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