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February 28, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3360 (Dev and Beta Channels)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3360 (KB5052090) has been released to both the Dev and Beta Channels. This update introduces enhancements based on Windows 11, version 24H2, initially available as optional for Beta Channel users. A transition option from the Dev Channel to the Beta Channel is available but will close as higher build numbers are released. New features include support for lock screen widgets for users in the European Economic Area (EEA), with a new group policy to disable these widgets. Task Manager will now use standard metrics for CPU utilization, and sharing capabilities have been enhanced in File Explorer. Fixes include resolving issues in File Explorer, Taskbar, Remote Desktop, and Settings. Known issues involve incorrect build version display after a PC reset and difficulties with the Recall feature. An update for the Snipping Tool introduces a trim feature for screen recordings. Windows Insiders in both channels will receive updates based on Windows 11, version 24H2 through an enablement package. Features may evolve or be removed during development.

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November 11, 2024

Microsoft blames Windows Server 2025 automatic upgrades on 3rd-party tools

Microsoft confirmed that several Windows Server 2019 and 2022 systems were unexpectedly upgraded to Windows Server 2025 due to third-party patch management tools managing updates. This was acknowledged in an update on the Windows release health dashboard on November 6, which indicated that Windows Server 2025 is now available as an optional update. Microsoft stated that some devices upgraded automatically to Windows Server 2025 (KB5044284) in environments using third-party products for update management. They advised users to check their update software configurations to prevent unauthorized feature updates. Reports from Windows administrators indicated that servers were upgraded without proper licensing. Microsoft attributed the issue to a procedural error regarding the update's classification. Approximately 7% of Heimdal's customers were upgraded before the company could block the update. Microsoft has not provided guidance for reverting the automatic upgrades beyond restoring from backups. KB5044284 is a cumulative update for Windows 11 24H2 and an optional update for Windows Server 2025. Microsoft also resolved an issue where administrators were prompted to upgrade to Windows Server 2025 via a banner, which led to confusion about licensing requirements.