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MC939233 | The November 2024 Windows non-security preview update is now available



MC939233 | The November 2024 Windows non-security preview update is now available

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Last Updated 11/21/2024 19:34:51
Start Time 11/21/2024 19:34:50
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The November 2024 non-security preview update is now available for Windows 11, versions 24H2, 23H2, and 22H2, as well as Windows 10, version 22H2. For instructions on how to install this update on your home device, check the Update Windows article. Information about the contents of this update is available from the release notes, which are accessible from the Windows 11 and Windows 10 update history pages. To learn more about the different types of monthly quality updates, see Windows monthly updates explained. To be informed about the latest updates and releases, follow us on X @WindowsUpdate.
Highlights for the Windows 11, versions 24H2 update: 
  • Tailored Experiences is now Personalized offers in the out of box experience (OOBE). You can find it on the Recommendations and offers page.
  • The system tray shows a shortened date and time. Also, the notification bell icon might not show if you have set the toggle for “Do not disturb” to on.
  • When you right-click apps that you have pinned to the Start menu, jump lists will appear for apps that have jump lists.
  • The IME toolbar will hide when apps are in full screen mode. This only occurs when the IME toolbar is active and you type Chinese or Japanese characters.​​​​​​​
  • You can share content to an Android device from the context menu in File Explorer and on the desktop. To use this feature, you must install and configure Phone Link on your PC.​​​​​​​
  • This update improves the speech-to-text and text-to-speech features in Windows. You might get a message that asks you to update your language files manually.
For instructions on how to install this update, see the KB for your operating system listed below: 
IMPORTANT Because of minimal operations during the Western holidays and the upcoming new year, there will be no December 2024 non-security preview update. There will be a monthly security update for December 2024. Normal monthly servicing for both security and non-security preview updates will resume in January 2025.