On May 13, 2025, Microsoft advanced its vision for streamlined, disruption-free system maintenance with the release of Hotpatch KB5058497 (OS Build 26100.3981), a notable step in the evolution of enterprise Windows support. With organizations prioritizing both heightened security and maximum...
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Microsoft’s recent decision to extend support for Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) beyond its originally planned end date in April 2025 offers a significant insight into the complex reality of enterprise IT infrastructure management. Although WSUS has long been a stalwart in Windows...
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