Microsoft is toying with a new way to roll out Windows 11 updates

Update Stack Packages will make Windows updates less disruptive

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Following the launch ofWindows 11,Microsofthas revealed that it is currently in the process of testing out a new way to deliver updates to the latest version of itsoperating system.

In a newblog postcommemorating the 7-year anniversary of theWindows Insider Program, the software giant  introduced Update Stack Packages which will allow the company to deliver new update improvements to its users outside of major OS updates.

Microsoft’s Update Stack Packages will arrive for Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel first beginning with Build 22478 ofWindows 11.

Update Stack Packages

By opting to receive Update Stack Packages, Windows users can ensure theirPChas the highest likelihood of successfully installing new updates with as little disruption as possible.

At the moment, the Update Stack Package is limited to just a very small set of update-related system files that are developed independently of the OS by Microsoft. However, by testing this process first with Windows Insiders, the company hopes to eventually expand the scope and frequency of releases in the future.

Update Stack Packages will be delivered to Insiders throughWindows Updatein the same way that new builds and cumulative updates are.

Insiders in the Dev Channel interesting in testing out this new method of receiving updates can go toSettings>Windows Updateand check for updates to receive the Update Stack Package.

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