Windows 11’s latest update, version 24H2, is more than just an upgrade—it’s a foundational step designed to make future updates faster and smoother. We’ll dive into how Microsoft achieved these speed improvements and what they mean for you as we sit down and sync up with Rocket IT’s weekly technology update.

In this episode, you’ll hear more about:

• The latest Windows 11 update laying the framework for faster, more efficient installs.
• Microsoft’s redesign of the update process.
• Result of quicker installs.
• How future updates will continue to benefit from these new efficiencies.
• How to check if the new version is available.

Video Transcript

With Windows 11 version 24H2, Microsoft has re-engineered the update process, cutting install times by up to 45% and restart times by nearly 40% on certain systems. It also reduces CPU usage by 25% during updates, so it runs more quietly in the background.

With these improvements, businesses should see less downtime, and individual users get faster, less disruptive updates. And because it’s foundational, each monthly update moving forward should benefit from this boost in efficiency.

To make these improvements possible, Microsoft introduced parallel processing, allowing different parts of Windows to update at the same time. They also optimized the way the system uses memory, and a new cache system makes it all run more smoothly.

There’s nothing extra required to take advantage of these changes. Windows 11, version 24H2, will automatically roll out as part of your regular Windows Update. If you’re on Windows 11, you’re all set.

Want to confirm you have the update? Check your Windows Update settings. Microsoft began rolling it out this month, so if you don’t see it yet, it should be available soon.

And if you’re managing a network of devices or running a business, an IT partner, like Rocket IT, can help ensure all your systems stay up-to-date, secure, and optimized for future improvements. For help deploying this newest windows update and future ones seamlessly across all of your team’s devices, contact us using the link in this video’s description. And to stay up to date on trending technology news, hit that subscribe button and the bell to catch us on next week’s episode of Sync Up with Rocket IT.