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Microsoft Initiates Mandatory Windows 11 25H2 Upgrade Ahead of 24H2 Support Ending
The tech giant is pushing users to update as the 2024 version of the OS nears its end-of-support deadline.
Apr. 12, 2026 at 5:18am
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Microsoft's push for the latest Windows 11 update reflects the tech giant's efforts to maintain a secure and modern operating system ecosystem.Redmond TodayMicrosoft has officially begun a widespread, mandatory rollout of the Windows 11 25H2 update for millions of users. This move comes as the company prepares to end support for the previous 24H2 version of the operating system, which is rapidly approaching its end-of-support date.
Why it matters
The forced upgrade to Windows 11 25H2 is a significant change for many users who may have been hesitant to update. This transition is critical for Microsoft to maintain a secure and up-to-date Windows ecosystem as it phases out older versions of the OS.
The details
For users still running the 2024 version of Windows 11, known as 24H2, the mandatory upgrade to 25H2 is imminent. Microsoft is pushing this update to ensure its user base is on the latest and most secure version of the operating system as it discontinues support for 24H2.
- Microsoft is preparing to end support for Windows 11 24H2 in the coming months.
- The Windows 11 25H2 update is being rolled out to millions of users across the globe.
The players
Microsoft
The multinational technology company that develops and sells the Windows operating system.
What’s next
Users running Windows 11 24H2 will need to update their systems to the 25H2 version before support for the older version ends.
The takeaway
This mandatory upgrade to Windows 11 25H2 is a necessary step for Microsoft to maintain a secure and up-to-date operating system ecosystem as it phases out older versions of Windows 11.
