update management

In the venture of software updates, few things are as comforting as a smooth installation followed by a well-functioning system. However, recent reports surrounding the Windows 11 24H2 update have cast a shadow, with users wrestling with an inconvenient 8.63GB cache that refuses to be erased...

In a recent announcement, Microsoft introduced the Windows 11 24H2 update and the Long Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) 2024 variant for managed enterprise systems. As part of this rollout, Microsoft highlighted a significant alteration that may benefit IT administrators and office workers alike...

Microsoft has made headlines recently by unveiling exciting new updates to Windows Server, including a groundbreaking feature known as global hotpatching and the announced deprecation of Windows Server Update Services (WSUS). These changes are set to revolutionize how administrators handle...

In a move that’s bound to send tremors throughout the server management community, Microsoft has officially announced the deprecation of Windows Server Update Services (WSUS). Released as part of the feature list for Windows Server 2025 preview, the announcement has already sparked conversations...

In the ever-evolving landscape of IT, where windows of opportunity can close as quickly as they open, Microsoft has introduced a game-changer for enterprises: Windows Autopatch. Previously known as Windows Update for Business Deployment Service, the new unified service aims to simplify the...

Understanding the WSUS Deprecation As Microsoft continues to evolve its products and services, decisions like deprecating features in WSUS can send ripples throughout IT departments. WSUS has traditionally been a cornerstone for organizations to manage and distribute Windows updates efficiently...

In a significant shift for IT infrastructure management, Microsoft has announced that Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) will indeed be deprecated with the upcoming release of Windows Server 2025. This decision marks a pivot towards cloud-based solutions for managing updates and drivers...

In a significant move, Microsoft has recently declared that it will be deprecating Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), a tool that has been instrumental for IT departments since its introduction in 2005. This directive is set to encourage organizations to transition to more modern...

In a world where software updates are ubiquitous, Microsoft’s Windows 11 and 10 bring a set of features designed to keep users informed, secure, and functional. However, not every update does what it promises — sometimes, they introduce conflicts or undesirable changes. In this context, the...

In today's fast-evolving technological landscape, ensuring that Windows devices are up-to-date with the latest patches and updates can be a daunting task for IT administrators. As organizations increasingly adopt modern management strategies, tools like Windows Autopatch and PowerShell scripts...

One of the most persistent gripes among Windows users revolves around updates. From unexpected installation prompts to the frustration of having your computer restart right when you’re in the middle of something, the Windows Update experience can often feel cumbersome. Fortunately, there are...

Windows users often find themselves frustrated with the frequency and timing of update prompts that can appear unexpectedly. Complaints about these updates usually revolve around two major points: their overwhelming number and the fact that they often require a system restart at inconvenient...

As technology advances, customization has become a crucial factor for users, especially in operating systems like Windows 11. Many users who stick with the default settings may find themselves missing out on enhanced functionality and improved security. In this article, we will explore seven...

Microsoft has unveiled an innovative approach to enhancing the delivery of continuous innovation with the introduction of Windows 11 checkpoint cumulative updates. These updates are set to transform the update experience for devices running Windows 11 and Windows Server 2025, focusing on...

In the ever-evolving landscape of IT management, the ability to swiftly address critical issues and enhance device performance is paramount. Windows 11 users can now benefit from a significant advancement in the Expedite capability, allowing for the expedited delivery of non-security updates...

We are a local government and in the process of upgrading Windows 10 to Windows 11 and need advice, guidance or best practices for deployment methods that others have used. I am managing the W11 upgrade and the technical guy in project team have been working on in-place upgrade and have several...

Hello, I have some mini-PC problems, it started when Windows 10 kept pushing updates to flood my 32gb hard drives to a mere 100 mb's in my Asus VivoSticks TS10 making them inoperable. I had to keep deleting updates everyday and could not shut down the automatic updates in the policies no matter...

I upgraded to Windows 11 and found it to be pretty annoying. I rolled back to Windows 10 using the "go back" function. It reverted, but immediately downloaded Windows 11 and now wants to reboot to upgrade to 11 again. I cannot find any way to prevent this. I paused windows update while I search...

As well known by default Win10 allows only to defer Feature Updates but not to block them (forever). However there are some 3rd party tools which allow to block them anyway e.g. - StopWinUpdates - Wu10Man - StopUpdates10 - Sordum Update Blocker - Windows Update MiniTools - ..... However it...

The April 2018 upgrade of Win10 stopped SolidWorks from wotking but fortunately i had cloned the HD and managed to recover SW. I was running Win 10 Home but have just upgraded to Win 10 Pro and stopped the upgrades through Group Policies but without success. I have also tried numerous other...