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Windows 11 2023 Update

Microsoft begins force upgrading some PCs to Windows 11 25H2, as the roll out expands
Winsage
November 14, 2025

Microsoft begins force upgrading some PCs to Windows 11 25H2, as the roll out expands

Microsoft has expanded the rollout of Windows 11 25H2, making it available to all users who actively seek the upgrade. For users on Windows 11 versions 23H2, 22H2, or 21H1, the upgrade to 25H2 will be auto-installed, especially as version 23H2 has reached its end-of-life on November 11. Windows 10 users will not be forced to upgrade to Windows 11 25H2; they can choose to upgrade when prompted. Windows 11 25H2 is available as an optional upgrade for Windows 10 users, marking a change from previous practices.
Windows 11 KB5041587 update adds sharing to Android devices
Winsage
August 28, 2024

Windows 11 KB5041587 update adds sharing to Android devices

Microsoft has released the optional KB5041587 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2, improving sharing capabilities and fixing issues in File Explorer. This update allows users to share content with Android devices by pairing them with Windows PCs using the Link to Windows app and Phone Link application. The update resolves several File Explorer issues, including proper search function operation with Ctrl+F, focus issues with Shift+Tab, a bug causing system freezes when accessing symbolic links, and a hibernate stop error. Users can install the update via Settings > Windows Update or manually from the Microsoft Update Catalog. The update enhances sharing capabilities and introduces fixes for various issues, updating Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2 to builds 22621.4112 and 22631.4112, respectively. Additionally, Microsoft has announced that the Home and Pro editions of Windows 11 22H2 will reach their end of servicing on October 8, 2024, after which they will only receive security updates. Users are advised to upgrade to Windows 11 23H2 for continued access to updates.
Microsoft: Windows 11 22H2 reaches end of support in 60 days
Winsage
August 10, 2024

Microsoft: Windows 11 22H2 reaches end of support in 60 days

Microsoft will end servicing for Windows 11 21H2 and 22H2 editions on October 8, 2024, meaning users will no longer receive security updates. Affected editions include Windows 11 22H2 Home, Pro, Pro Education, Pro for Workstations, and SE, released on September 20, 2022, as well as Windows 11 21H2 Enterprise, Education, and IoT Enterprise editions. The last security update for these versions will be released on October 8, 2024. Microsoft will automatically initiate a feature update for Windows 11 Home and Pro devices not managed by IT departments as they approach their end of servicing. Microsoft has started rolling out Windows 11 23H2, also known as the Windows 11 2023 Update, which began in September for Release Preview Insiders and will be broadly deployed in late October. Starting in February, Microsoft began force-installing the 2023 Update on eligible systems nearing or past their end-of-service date. Users can check their eligibility for the Windows 11 2023 Update using the PC Health Check app.
Which is Faster for Gaming, Windows 10 or Windows 11?
Winsage
August 4, 2024

Which is Faster for Gaming, Windows 10 or Windows 11?

In a performance analysis comparing Windows 10 and Windows 11 for gaming, both operating systems were tested on four hardware configurations using the latest versions available. The "core isolation" feature was disabled on Windows 11 to align it with Windows 10's default setting. The testing involved 13 games, with results showing that Windows 10 outperformed Windows 11 in five of the titles tested. 1. Baldur's Gate 3: No performance differences between Windows 10 and 11. 2. The Last of Us Part 1: Windows 10 marginally outperformed Windows 11 by 1-2%. 3. Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty: Windows 10 showed a 10% increase in average frame rates for the 7800X3D and 3% for the 7700X; Intel CPUs had increases of 6% and 7%. 4. Hogwarts Legacy: No significant performance differences. 5. Assetto Corsa Competizione: Windows 10 performed slightly better with margins of 3% and 2%. 6. Spider-Man Remastered: No significant performance disparity. 7. Homeworld 3: Windows 10 favored with performance boosts of 6% for the 7800X3D and 4% for the 7700X; Intel CPUs improved by 3-5%. 8. A Plague Tale: Requiem: Windows 10 had a 10% increase for the 7800X3D and 5% for the 7700X; Intel processors gained 3-4%. 9. Counter-Strike 2: Windows 10 outperformed Windows 11 with a 3% advantage for the 7800X3D and a 10% increase for the 7700X; Intel processors improved by 11% and 7%. 10. Starfield: Windows 10 provided a 4% boost for the 7800X3D and 2% for the 7700X. 11. Horizon Forbidden West: No performance differences. 12. Hitman 3: Maximum variance of 1.5% between Windows 10 and 11. 13. Watch Dogs: Legion: Windows 10 showed frame rate differences of up to 2%. Overall, the analysis suggests that if users are satisfied with Windows 10, there is little reason to upgrade to Windows 11, which may explain its slow adoption rate among gamers.
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