Unlike recent Windows 11 updates, version 24H2 is considered a major change to Microsoft's operating system. Therefore, the update will take longer than usual.
The update for this version will take place as usual when Microsoft deploys it to users using Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2.
To update, users need to go to the 'Settings' application, select ' Windows Update' and manually request the update by clicking 'Get the latest updates as soon as they are available'. Then, check for updates by clicking 'Check for updates'.
The 'Settings' app will allow you to download Windows 11 24H2 if your system is eligible and there are no blocking issues. As usual, users can also download the Windows 11 24H2 image file from Microsoft's official website and install the operating system. One of the company's notes to users is that BitLocker will be enabled by default on Home and Pro versions, even though users can turn it off.
It is known that new features in Windows 11 24H2 include: updated context menu; improved settings application; support for HDR wallpaper, Wi-Fi 7; set up new battery and energy saving; update Quick settings menu...
Since Windows 11 24H2 is a "version of the entire operating system", it is warned that it may come with some errors and problems. Up to now, there have been 6 confirmed hardware and software issues. One of these is now fixed, while others will be fixed in future software updates.
For the Home and Pro versions of Windows 11 24H2, there will be a standard support lifecycle of 24 months. Microsoft also announced Windows 11 LTSC 2024 with a support lifecycle of 10 years. Commercial customers can download version 24H2 via WSUS, Windows Update for Business and Admin Center.
