April 24, 2024 at 11:24AM
Microsoft has introduced Start menu ads in the optional KB5036980 preview update for Windows 11, aiming to showcase apps from the Microsoft Store. It follows recent improvements to the Start menu and can be disabled in settings. This update allows Windows admins to test upcoming fixes and features, but does not include security updates.
From the meeting notes, here are the key takeaways:
– Microsoft has enabled Start menu ads in the optional KB5036980 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2.
– The company is aiming to help users discover apps available in the Microsoft Store through the recommended section of the Start menu.
– Windows admins can test upcoming fixes and features released with the May Patch Tuesday through this optional update, which does not include security updates.
– The KB5036980 preview cumulative update can be installed via Windows Update in Settings or manually from the Microsoft Update Catalog.
– Microsoft has previously experimented with ads in the Windows 11 Start menu and other areas, with varying levels of success.
These are the main points distilled from the provided meeting notes.