Microsoft has officially started the phased rollout of its latest Windows 11 update for 2024.
This update, referred to as version 24H2, introduces Microsoft’s innovative AI capabilities for selected PCs. Alongside this, the annual update features a refreshed design for File Explorer, the introduction of the sudo command to elevate privileges in standard console sessions, enhancements for IT teams, important security improvements, and much more.
Among the exciting new features, Windows 11 now accommodates Wi-Fi 7, allowing users to easily share Wi-Fi networks through QR codes.
Other noteworthy updates include:
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Developers now have access to the widely available sudo command in the command-line interface, allowing for elevated commands within a standard console session.
There are several features in version 24H2 that may particularly interest IT and security professionals:
A key security update includes a pop-up notification that alerts users about nearby Wi-Fi networks.
Recent privacy enhancements enable users to manage which applications can access Wi-Fi networks in their vicinity. For example, a notification will be displayed whenever a new app attempts to utilize location services. This initiative aims to ensure that apps cannot identify the device’s physical location without obtaining permission from the user.
Additionally, the latest security improvements introduced with Windows 11 version 24H2 encompass:
You can explore the full list of modifications in the Windows 11 2024 update here.
IT specialists utilizing Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2 for professional use can obtain the update through Windows Server Update Services, which includes Configuration Manager, as well as through Windows Update for Business and the Microsoft 365 admin center.
Starting today, personal devices operating on Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2 will qualify for the update. However, the process will be gradual. Users who have opted to receive “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” in the Windows Update settings will be among the first to experience the new changes.
To determine your eligibility for the update, navigate to Settings > Windows Update > Check for updates, or utilize the Windows Update shortcut.
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