Microsoft has recently released an optional update for Windows 11 version 24H2, identified as Build 26100.4202 (KB5058499). This update introduces several enhancements and addresses critical issues, aiming to improve system stability and user experience.
Key Features and Improvements:
- Click-to-Do and Copilot Enhancements: The update brings advancements to Click-to-Do and Copilot functionalities, enhancing productivity tools within Windows 11.
- New Energy Saving Mode: Aimed at IT administrators, this feature allows for better coordination of end devices, promoting energy efficiency across systems.
- BitLocker Issues: Resolved a problem where devices with BitLocker experienced blue screen errors after resuming from sleep or hybrid boot.
- Boot Menu Rendering: Addressed slow rendering of early boot screens, such as BitLocker PIN and recovery screens.
- Graphics Kernel: Fixed an issue causing certain games to become unresponsive post-upgrade to Windows 11 version 24H2.
- Memory Leak: Corrected a memory leak in the input service that led to increased memory usage, affecting performance in multilingual and remote desktop scenarios.
- Multimedia: Resolved issues where enabling multi-app or simple camera mode in extended camera settings caused Windows Hello face recognition to malfunction.
- Network: Fixed a problem where Windows Server 2025 displayed the network on new domain controllers as “public,” ensuring proper LDAP binding by searching for a domain controller name before using loopback addresses.
The update is currently available as an optional update through the Windows Update function. Users interested in early access can manually search for and install it. It is scheduled for automatic distribution to all users on June 10, 2025, as part of the regular Patch Tuesday rollout.
Cautionary Notes:
While this update addresses several critical issues, it is advisable to proceed with caution. As with any preview release, there may be unforeseen problems. Users should ensure they have current backups and consider testing the update in a controlled environment before widespread deployment.
For a comprehensive list of changes and detailed information, refer to the official Microsoft documentation.
Source: Research Snipers Optional Windows 11 24H2 update fixes critical problems – Research Snipers
