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Microsoft has announced the availability of the Windows 11 25H2 update for testing in the Release Preview Channel, which includes similar features to the previous 24H2 update, with some feature removals and new administrative controls, and can be installed with a single restart.
Microsoft's Windows 11 25H2 update is entering its final testing phase in the Release Preview Channel, signaling its imminent release to the general public. The update primarily resets the security update cycle, removes deprecated tools like PowerShell 2.0, and allows for easier removal of preinstalled apps via Group Policy, with no major new features announced.
Windows 11 24H2 has entered the Release Preview channel, bringing new features like native 7z support, HDR backgrounds, Wi-Fi 7, and Sudo. The update, expected to be generally available later this year, will also include AI capabilities exclusive to Microsoft's new Copilot+ PCs. Users can manually download the update via Windows Update, and businesses can access it through Windows Update for Business and Windows Server Update Service.
Microsoft is rolling out Windows 11 24H2 to Release Preview Insiders, marking the final testing phase before its general release later this year. This significant update includes new features like HDR background support, energy saver mode, Sudo for Windows, Wi-Fi 7 support, and improved voice clarity. Commercial customers can also start validating the update through Windows Update for Business and WSUS.
Microsoft is allowing Windows 10 users to test out the Copilot feature, previously exclusive to Windows 11. The AI-powered chatbot can answer queries and generate text, and is accessible through a button on the taskbar. While there are some differences in features between Windows 10 and 11, Microsoft is making additional investments in Windows 10 and plans to introduce more AI features in the future. Copilot is being rolled out to Windows 10 users in the Release Preview channel, with wider availability expected in the coming weeks.