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Reboot-free patch management, also known as hotpatching, is a technology that allows Windows updates to be applied without requiring a system restart. This capability, long available on x64 systems, has been extended to ARM64 devices with Windows 11 24H2, as discussed in a recent forum thread. The feature is particularly valuable for enterprise IT environments where minimizing downtime is critical. By enabling updates to take effect without rebooting, organizations can maintain higher availability and reduce disruption to users. The forum content highlights Microsoft's commitment to expanding hotpatching across architectures, making reboot-free patch management an increasingly important consideration for IT administrators evaluating ARM64 platforms for their infrastructure.
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    Windows 11 ARM64 Hotpatching: Revolutionizing Reboot-Free Updates in Enterprises

    Windows 11 has steadily advanced its enterprise capabilities with each successive update, and with the 24H2 release, Microsoft has brought one of its most sought-after features—hotpatching—to ARM64 devices. This move significantly expands the reach of reboot-free updates, once limited to x64...
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    • arm64 deployment device management enterprise it enterprise security hotpatching in-memory patching intune patch management processor reboot-free patch management remote device management security system stability update efficiency windows 11 windows 11 24h2 windows update zero disruption
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    • Forum: Windows News