Windows 11 24H2 Expands Availability
Windows 11 24H2 is poised to reach a broader audience as Microsoft announces a significant shift in its availability status. The tech giant has updated its release health dashboard, indicating that the operating system is entering a new phase, allowing more eligible devices to access the update.
Users eager to experience the latest features will need to navigate to Windows Update and select the “Download and install” option. For those who have enabled the “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” feature, the update may automatically commence, regardless of their readiness.
However, given Microsoft’s history with updates occasionally causing unforeseen issues, it would be prudent for users to review the specifics of the update before proceeding. This caution is particularly relevant for those utilizing Copilot+ PCs, as new features are set to roll out to the Windows Insider community in a phased manner, targeting select devices and markets.
It is important to note that the expanded rollout of Windows 11 24H2 does not apply universally. Devices with safeguard holds, such as certain ASUS models (notably the X415KA and X515KA), are excluded due to potential risks like the Blue Screen of Death during installation. Additionally, hardware connected to devices supporting the Scanner Communication Language (eSCL) protocol may also encounter issues, prompting similar precautionary measures from Microsoft.
Gamers should proceed with caution as well; reports indicate that some Ubisoft titles, including various Assassin’s Creed games and the recently released Star Wars Outlaws, may experience unresponsiveness during gameplay or even result in a black screen. Despite these challenges, it is worth mentioning that the majority of Windows users have not faced significant problems with the update, even as the list of known issues continues to grow.
As the rollout of Windows 11 24H2 broadens, users are advised to ensure their backups are up to date before initiating the download and installation process, just to be on the safe side.
