Microsoft has taken a major step forward in reducing unnecessary downtime as a result of updates, implementing hotpatch updates for Windows 11 Enterprise.
Windows updates are one of the—many—annoying aspects of Microsoft’s operating system, often triggering a restart with little to no warning. While an annoyance for home users, such behavior can interrupt critical workflow in the enterprise.
In a blog post, Microsoft’s David Callaghan says the company has finally introduced hotpatch updates to help address the issue.
Hotpatch updates for Windows 11 Enterprise, version 24H2 for x64 (AMD/Intel) CPU devices are now available. With hotpatch updates, you can quickly take measures to help protect your organization from cyberattacks, while minimizing user disruptions.
Hotpatching represents a significant advancement in our journey to help you, and everyone who uses Windows, stay secure and productive. So, let’s talk about the benefits, how it works, and how you and your organization can take advantage of this advancement as part of your Windows servicing journey.
Once admins “create a hotpatch-enabled quality update policy in Windows Autopatch through the Microsoft Intune console,” eligible machines will automatically be enrolled.
You’ll first create a hotpatch-enabled quality update policy in Windows Autopatch through the Microsoft Intune console. All eligible Windows 11 Enterprise, version 24H2 devices managed by this policy will be offered hotpatch updates in a quarterly cycle, as shown below. The hotpatch updates follow the same ring deployment schedule as standard updates. Devices receiving the hotpatch update will see a different KB number tracking the hotpatch release and a different OS version than devices receiving the standard update that requires a restart.
Good news: The Windows quality update policy can auto-detect if your targeted devices are eligible for hotpatch updates. Devices running Windows 10 and Windows 11, version 23H2 and lower will continue to receive the standard monthly security updates, helping ensure that your ecosystem stays protected and productive.
Microsoft customers are already touting the new feature as a “game-changer” for their organizations and productivity.
“Hotpatching has been a game-changer for keeping our devices secure without disrupting work,” said Michael Meier, Senior System Administrator, Krones AG. “Initially, we didn’t realize how significant it was to have security updates take effect immediately—without waiting for a reboot. But now, we see the real advantage: security is applied instantly, reducing risk and improving efficiency.”
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