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Revolutionary Microsof Implementing Hotpatching on Windows 11 24H2 Update: Minimal Reboot Required

The recurring nuisance of frequent reboots after Windows updates is a frustration shared by many. Microsoft is tackling this issue with Windows Hotpatching feature, allowing certain patches to be applied without requiring a reboot. This feature has been in use on Windows Servers in Azure for some time now and is set to be implemented on Windows Server 2025.

Recent indications suggest that Microsoft is rolling out this feature on the PC side as well, with Windows 11 Insider Build 26058 introducing Virtualization Based Security (VBS) feature that will receive non-reboot patches post-installation.

According to reports from Windows Central, Microsoft is intent on incorporating Windows Hotpatching for the monthly security updates of Windows 11 to reduce the frequency of reboots. This is anticipated to debut alongside Windows 11 24H2 for x86-64 CPUs, while ARM64 CPUs will see its implementation in the year 2025.

Source: Microsoft, Windows Central

TLDR: Microsoft is addressing the inconvenience of frequent reboots post-Windows updates with the introduction of Windows Hotpatching feature, set to reduce the need for reboots in Windows Server and Windows 11 system updates.

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