Windows 11 finally lets you pause updates forever, one 35-day block at a time
Microsoft finally gives users real control over Windows 11 updates with a repeatable 35-day pause system and smarter scheduling tools.
Windows 11, officially released on October 5, 2021, represents a significant evolution from its predecessor, Windows 10. It introduces a refreshed user interface with rounded corners, updated fonts, and a consistent design across elements such as the Start menu, Taskbar, Notifications, Settings, and File Explorer.
Aside from the initial 21H2 version, the operating system has undergone several major updates:
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While these are the standard requirements, you can still upgrade a computer with unsupported hardware to Windows 11. However, the device must meet some basic hardware criteria, including a 64-bit processor with at least two cores and the POPCNT instruction, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, and TPM 1.2.
Microsoft finally gives users real control over Windows 11 updates with a repeatable 35-day pause system and smarter scheduling tools.
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