- Windows 11 build 22468 releases in the Dev Channel.
- The update includes VPN and Search improvements and bug fixes.
As part of the next set of improvements for Windows 11, Microsoft is now releasing build 22468 in the Dev Channel of the Windows Insider Program. This is a small update that only ships with a couple of improvements and a slew of fixes.
Windows 11 build 22468, according to the announcement, you can now see some VPN connection details when clicking the connection in the Settings app. Also, Microsoft is adding a new option in the Taskbar settings page to disable the list of recent searches when hovering over the Search icon.
As for the fixes, build 22468 mitigates a problem with File Explorer hanging when loading the network icon and a couple of other fixes related to OneDrive and opening network folders.
In the Settings app, this flight fixes a problem not remembering your microphone settings after the upgrade. In addition, there are fixes for Search, input, and stuck trying to connect to a wireless network.
You can check all the fixes and known issues for build 22468 at the Windows Blog, and this guide to learn all new features shipping on Windows 11 starting October 5.
Install Windows 11 build 22468
If you want to download and install the Windows 11 build 22468, you need to enroll your device in the Dev Channel using the “Windows Insider Program” settings from the “Update & Security” section.
Once you enroll the computer in the program, you can download build 22468 from the “Windows Update” settings by clicking the Check for Updates button. However, you will need a device that meets the minimum system requirements to receive the update if you are new to the Windows Insider Program.
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