Microsoft Releases November 2024 Preview Updates for Windows 10
Amidst ongoing promotions encouraging users to upgrade to Windows 11, Microsoft is unveiling its November 2024 preview updates for Windows 10 versions 22H2, 23H2, and 24H2. While these updates do not comprise any security enhancements, they provide a variety of important fixes and improvements aimed at optimizing user experience.
Key Enhancements in KB5046714
The update, identified as KB5046714 with build number 19045.5198, addresses several issues, enhancing system functionality:
- App List Backup: Fixed an issue where Win32 shortcuts failed to back up to the cloud.
- Cloud File Management: Resolved a problem causing drag-and-drop actions from cloud provider folders to mistakenly move instead of copy files.
- Motherboard Replacement Activations: Corrected an activation issue for Windows following motherboard replacements.
- Mobile Operator Profiles: Updated Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles for specific mobile operators.
- Internet Printing Protocol (IPP): Fixed a bug that caused Windows to become unresponsive when utilizing an IPP USB printer.
Known Issues and Update Accessibility
As of now, Microsoft has not reported any known issues associated with KB5046714. However, users should remain vigilant for a bug that affects updates for packaged applications, which is not linked to this particular Windows Update.
To access the KB5046714 update for Windows 10 version 22H2, you can download it through Windows Update or visit the Microsoft Update Catalog. It is important to note that there will be no non-security updates for Windows 10 and 11 in December 2024, as Microsoft scales back operations for the holiday season. Users can expect the next round of updates in late January 2025.
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