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14.10.2025

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Windows

Today, October 14, 2025, Windows 11, version 22H2 (Enterprise, Education, and IoT Enterprise editions) has reached end of servicing. The October 2025 monthly security update is the final update available for this version. Devices running this version will no longer receive monthly security and preview updates containing protections from the latest security threats.As always, we recommend that you update your devices to the latest version of Windows 11. For detailed information, see the Windows 11, version 22H2 reaching end of updates (Enterprise, Education, IoT Enterprise) lifecycle page. For information about servicing timelines and lifecycle, see Windows 11 release information, Lifecycle FAQ - Windows, and Microsoft Lifecycle Policy search tool.

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14.10.2025

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Windows

The October 2025 security update is now available for all supported versions of Windows. We recommend that you install these updates promptly. For more information about the contents of this update, see the release notes, which are easily accessible from the Windows 11 and Windows 10 update history pages. To learn more about the different types of monthly quality updates, see Windows monthly updates explained. Highlights for the Windows 11, version 25H2 update: This security update includes improvements that were a part of update KB5065789 (released September 29, 2025).This update addresses security issues for your Windows operating system. This update addresses an issue that caused the print preview screen to stop responding in Chromium-based browsers.This update addresses an issue that occurred when users signed in to a Windows device using only a Gamepad at the lock screen. If no othe

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13.10.2025

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Windows

Hotpatch updates, which are smaller than standard Windows updates, bring faster security and improved productivity to your organization. Their smaller size translates to optimized network performance, sustainability benefits, faster installation, and quicker compliance. When will this happen: Hotpatching is generally available. How this will affect your organization: Hotpatch updates save time by installing in the background without interruption or restarts. They drive business continuity by ensuring that users remain secure and productive, without disruption. What you need to do to prepare: Check if your organization is ready for hotpatch updates. Confirm devices at your organization meet prerequisites for hotpatching. Ensure devices are on the latest baseline release version to qualify for hotpatch updates. Learn about release cycles, including baseline updates released quarterly as st

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11.10.2025

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Windows

Some organizations might have received incorrect Multiple Activation Keys (MAK) for Windows 10 Extended Security Update (ESU) activation. These keys are visible in the Billing section, under Your products page, and then the Volume licensing tab.Incorrect MAKs will be prefixed with the sequence ***DO NOT USE*** followed by a number. ESU keys without this sequence are not affected by this issue.You should receive a new key by Monday, October 13. If you do not receive a new key by end of day Monday, please open a support ticket for quick resolution by visiting https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/commerce/licenses/contact-vl-support?view=o365-worldwide

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10.10.2025

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Windows

On November 11, 2025, Windows 11, version 23H2 (Home and Pro editions) will reach end of servicing. The November 2025 monthly security update will be the last update available for these editions. After this date, devices running these editions will no longer receive monthly security and preview updates containing protections from the latest security threats.As always, we recommend that you update your devices to the latest version of Windows 11. For detailed information, see the Windows 11, version 23H2 reaching end of updates (Home, Pro) lifecycle page. For information about servicing timelines and lifecycle, see Windows 11 release information, Lifecycle FAQ - Windows, and Microsoft Lifecycle Policy search tool.

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09.10.2025

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Windows

If you are an IT admin with questions about managing and updating Windows, we want to help. Every third Thursday of the month, we host a live chat-based event on the Tech Community called Windows Office Hours. Members of the Windows, Microsoft Intune, Windows Autopilot, Windows Autopatch, and Windows 365 engineering teams will be standing by to answer your questions. We also have experts from FastTrack, the Customer Acceleration Team, and Microsoft public sector teams. Want to attend the October 16 session of Office Hours? Add it to your calendar and select Attend on the event page to let us know you’re coming. There is no video or live meeting component. Simply visit the event page, log in to the Tech Community, and leave your questions in the Comments section. You can also bookmark https://aka.ms/Windows/OfficeHours for upcoming dates (and the ability to add this event to your calendar