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Microsoft is finally giving you full control over Windows 11 updates (hands on)

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Microsoft has introduced significant changes to Windows 11 updates, giving users more control. Updates now include options to skip updates during setup, pause updates indefinitely, and restart without updating. These changes aim to reduce interruptions and improve the update experience. Users can now see all available updates in one place and have separate options to restart or shut down without installing updates. Microsoft is unifying different update types and plans to streamline the update process to a single monthly restart.

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