October 24, 2024 at 04:51PM
Microsoft has released the optional KB5044384 update for Windows 11 24H2, introducing 24 changes, including fixes for the sfc /scannow command and various enhancements. Available for manual download, it rolls out gradually to users. Notable updates include new notification controls, a Gamepad keyboard layout, and updated accessibility features.
### Meeting Takeaways – Windows 11 KB5044384 Update
**Update Overview:**
– Microsoft has released the optional KB5044384 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 24H2.
– This update includes **24 changes** aimed at power users and IT administrators, allowing them to test upcoming changes before the November Patch Tuesday.
**How to Install:**
– To install KB5044384:
– Navigate to **Settings > Windows Update** and click on **’Check for Updates.’**
– This is an **optional update**; you need to click **’Download and install’** to proceed.
– An alternative method is to manually download it from the **Microsoft Update Catalog.**
**Highlighted Changes & Fixes:**
1. **New Features:**
– **Notification Control:** Users can disable suggestions to turn off notifications from specific apps.
– **Wi-Fi Password Dialog:** Updated to reflect Windows 11’s visual design.
– **Narrator Shortcut:** New shortcut (Narrator key + Ctrl + X) to copy last spoken content; added functionality for auto-reading email messages in the new Outlook.
– **Gamepad Keyboard Layout:** Rollout of a new layout for on-screen keyboards controlled by Xbox controllers.
– **Start Menu Update:** “All apps” has been renamed to simply “All.”
– **Copilot Key Settings:** Users can configure the Copilot key for various app functions.
2. **Fixes:**
– Resolved issues causing black screens when switching windows using ALT + Tab.
– Fixed scanning apps not detecting connected scanners.
– Web sign-in issues resolved.
– Improvements to Windows Disk Cleanup app regarding free space estimates.
– Corrections to the sfc /scannow command which previously reported corrupt file errors.
**Known Issues:**
– Gamers using Arm devices are unable to download and play Roblox via the Microsoft Store.
**Compatibility Notes:**
– **Windows 11 24H2** (released October 1) may face software/hardware compatibility issues.
– Known conflicts with some Asus models, Easy anti-cheat drivers, Voicemeeter app, wallpaper customization software, fingerprint sensor drivers, and Intel Smart Sound Technology drivers have resulted in a compatibility hold, preventing upgrades to Windows 11 24H2 for affected devices.
These takeaways summarize the key points from the meeting regarding the recent Windows 11 update, its installation process, highlighted changes, fixes, known issues, and compatibility concerns.