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windows update folder
About this tag
The 'windows update folder' tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about the Windows Update folder, which stores temporary files used during the update process. Topics include managing the folder to free up disk space, troubleshooting update failures related to corrupted files in the folder, and understanding how Windows uses this folder for cumulative updates like KB5060999. Users share tips on safely deleting or cleaning the SoftwareDistribution folder, which is a key component of the Windows Update mechanism. The tag is relevant for Windows 11 and Windows 10 users dealing with update issues or storage management.
Here is a summary of the main points from the official Microsoft support article for the June 10, 2025—KB5060999 (OS Builds 22621.5472 and 22631.5472) cumulative update for Windows 11:
Applies to
Windows 11 Enterprise and Education, version 22H2
Windows 11 version 23H2, all editions...
build 22621
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extended security updates
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