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

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

August 10, 2024 at 12:28PM

Microsoft has announced that multiple editions of Windows 11 21H2 and 22H2 will no longer receive updates after October 8, 2024. This affects various editions including Home, Pro, Pro Education, and Pro for Workstations. Windows Update will automatically initiate a feature update to keep devices secure and productive. Customers can find more details on Microsoft’s website.

Key Takeaways from the Meeting Notes:

1. Multiple editions of Windows 11 21H2 and 22H2 will reach the end of servicing on October 8, 2024.
2. The affected editions include Windows 11 22H2 Home, Pro, Pro Education, Pro for Workstations, and SE editions released on September 20, 2022, as well as Windows 11 21H2 Enterprise, Education, and IoT Enterprise editions.
3. The October 8, 2024 security update will be the last update available for these editions.
4. Windows Update will automatically initiate a feature update for Windows 11 Home and Pro devices that are not managed by IT departments when they are nearing end of servicing.
5. Force-installing Windows 11 23H2 (also known as the Windows 11 2023 Update) began in February on eligible systems close to or having reached their end-of-service date.
6. Microsoft is starting to update eligible Windows 11 devices automatically to version 23H2.
7. Eligibility for the update can be checked using the PC Health Check app or by reviewing Windows 11 specifications, features, and system requirements.
8. Microsoft provides support documentation and a guided walk-through to help resolve upgrade issues.

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