UPDATED 3/11/2025: The update KB5053606 (build 19045.5608) for Windows 10 is now rolling out for version 22H2, but this release is also available for version 21H2 as build 19044.5608.
According to the company (KB5052077 build 19045.5555 in the Stable Channel preview and KB5053606 as build 19045.5552 in the Release Preview Channel notes), Windows 10 build 19045.5608 introduces a few updates. For example, this release updates Paraguay Daylight saving time support (DST) and the Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles for certain mobile operators.
In addition, you will find fixes for the Open Secure Shell (OpenSSH) service not starting and dwm.exe stops responding.
For the Input Method Editor (IME), update KB5053606, which fixes a stop-responding problem for the Chinese IME when you change the font family or size and color contrast ratio for the search suggestion panel.
Finally, several fixes have been added to the accessibility of the Chinese Input Method Editor (IME). For example, the development team fixed the issue where the screen reader failed to announce the quick action buttons in the Chinese IME candidate window. They also fixed the issue where the screen reader did not announce the control type for the Chinese IME suggestion opt-in item. Finally, they fixed the issue where the screen reader did not announce the heading of the Chinese IME suggestion opt-in panel.
Older versions of Windows 10
Furthermore, Microsoft is releasing updates available for older operating system versions, including 1809, 1607, and 1507. For example, the company is rolling out the update KB5053596 for version 1809, bumping the build number to 17763.7009 with some fixes regarding Microsoft Edge IE mode, Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist file, and Digital/Analog converter (DAC).
Windows 10 1607 receives the update KB5053594, which bumps the version to build 14393.7876 and resolves a number of USB problems with the operating system.
Finally, Windows 10 1507 is getting the update KB5053618, which increases the version to build 10240.20947 and introduces some security fixes.
Installation process
If you want to download and install Windows 10 build 19045.5608, you can force the update from Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update, turn on the “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” toggle switch and click the “Check for updates” button.
If you prefer manually installing the March 2025 update for Windows 10 22H2 and 21H2, download it from the Microsoft Update Catalog website.
If you encounter issues after applying this cumulative update, you can uninstall it using these instructions to revert to the previous version of the operating system.
Windows 10 end of support
Microsoft announced the end of support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, even though they are still releasing maintenance updates. After this date, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates, bug fixes, features, or technical support for Windows 10. This lack of updates will leave your system vulnerable to security threats and may decrease its performance.
The company also confirmed they will retire support for Microsoft 365 apps on Windows 10. While you can still launch and use apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Microsoft will no longer update them, which will likely degrade their performance and reliability.
Since the software giant will no longer provide updates or support for Windows 10, you should upgrade to Windows 11 or another operating system, such as Linux Mint, or plan to purchase a new device.
If you want to continue using Windows 10, Microsoft now offers Extended Security Updates (ESU). This was originally reserved as a paid service for organizations needing to run older operating systems beyond the official support period. However, now it is offered to regular consumers as well.
It’s important to note that this update was originally available for version 23H2 in the Release Preview Channel as Windows 11 build 19045.5552 (KB5052077).
On February 25, 2025, the update became available in the Stable channel with the same KB number but as build 26100.3323 for version 24H2 and as build 22631.4974 for version 23H2.
Update March 11, 2025: This content has been updated with new information, and it’s been revised to ensure accuracy.
Mauro Huculak is a Windows How-To Expert and founder of Pureinfotech (est. 2010). With over 21 years as a technology writer and IT Specialist, Mauro specializes in Windows, software, and cross-platform systems such as Linux, Android, and macOS.
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