New Windows 11 24H2 bug could block future security updates - see who's affected
Installing the Windows 11 2024 version via a CD or flash drive may cause it to reject any future updates. Microsoft is working on a fix
Some Windows 11 Users Can No Longer Install Security Updates (but There’s a Fix)
Security updates are broken for Windows 11 PCs installed with physical media using the October 2024 and November 2024 updates, but there is a fix.
Windows 11 Media Update Bug Stops Security Updates
Microsoft advises users not to install recent security updates using physical media. The company is working on a fix.
Microsoft Warns Millions Of Windows Users—Do Not Install This Update On Your PC
Microsoft has confirmed an unusual warning for Windows users updating their PCs. If you make a simple mistake, your PC “might remain in a state where it cannot accept further Windows security updates.” Bad news, especially as it will clearly be confusing if and when it happens.
Security updates cannot be installed on all Windows 11 24H2 versions
Some Windows 11 versions are unable to receive security updates. This problem, according to Microsoft, occurs in specific versions that were installed via
This Windows 11 bug can stop your security updates — here's how to avoid it
Installing some recent versions of Windows 11 could leave you vulnerable to security issues due to an update flaw; here's how to avoid the problem.
Bizarre New Windows 11 Bug Can Block Security Updates
Microsoft has recently found a strange bug in some Windows 11 installations. This may prevent certain users from receiving important security updates. And unfortunately, all it takes to trigger this glitch is to install Windows from a CD or USB drive.
Unable to install security updates after freshly installing Windows 11? You're not alone
If you recently installed Windows 11 and are now unable to install more recent security updates, you're not alone. It looks like a bug in recent Windows 11 installation media is causing all future security updates to fail during the installation phase,
Microsoft warns of new Windows 11 installation media bug that blocks future security updates
Microsoft has clarified that this issue only applies to users who installed the Windows 11 24H2 update using a USB drive or CD
The best new Windows 11 features of 2024
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Can't Upgrade to Windows 11 in 2025? These Are Your 6 Options
Microsoft will stop supporting Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. This means the operating system will no longer receive updates ...
Microsoft wants you to upgrade to Windows 11 or buy a new computer
Upgraded from Windows 10 to Windows 11 with an older PC? Microsoft will display a watermark if your device is too old.
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How to Make Windows 11 Look Like XP
While most of your taskbar now closely resembles Windows XP, clicking the Start menu still reveals the Windows 11 design. To ...
Your Windows 11 PC is acting up? 4 essential settings I always check first
If you're having trouble with Windows 11, look to this short list of the four best things you can do to enhance your PC's ...
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Windows 11 installation media bug causes security update failures
Microsoft is warning of an issue when using a media support to install Windows 11, version 24H2, that causes the operating system to not accept further security updates. The problem occurs when ...
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Microsoft adds another problem to the Windows 11 24H2 naughty list
The issue occurs when media – such as CD and USB flash drives – are used to install Windows 11 24H2. If the media contains ...