Microsoft is making Windows 11 updates less disruptive by giving users more control over when updates are installed and when their computers restart.
The changes come after years of complaints from users who said forced updates often interrupted work, meetings, gaming sessions and important tasks.
Under the new system, users will be able to pause updates for longer periods and extend those pauses when needed. This means people can choose a more convenient time to install updates instead of being pushed into immediate downloads.
Microsoft is also improving restart options. Even when updates are waiting, users will be able to shut down or restart their computers without being forced to install updates right away.
Another useful change is during the setup of a new PC. Users will now have the option to skip updates during the initial setup process and complete them later, helping them start using the device faster.
The company is also working on smarter update delivery so multiple updates can be combined, reducing the number of restarts required.
Microsoft said the changes are based on customer feedback and are designed to make Windows smoother to use while still keeping devices secure and up to date.
The features are currently being tested with Windows Insider users and are expected to roll out to more users in upcoming Windows 11 updates.
Tech experts said the move reflects a more user-friendly approach from Microsoft. Instead of forcing updates at inconvenient times, the company now appears focused on giving people flexibility while maintaining system security.
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