Microsoft today released cumulative updates for Windows 11, KB5050009 and KB5050021, for versions 24H2 and 23H2. These updates are essential to address vulnerabilities and security issues identified in recent months, making them mandatory for all Windows 11 users.
Part of the January 2025 Patch Tuesday, these critical security patches bring the necessary changes to keep the operating system secure and stable. After installing the updates, the version number for Windows 11 24H2 will be changed to 26100.2605, and for Windows 11 23H2 to 226×1.4602. While the January patch doesn’t introduce many new features, it does include the changes from November and ensures optimal system performance.
Within these updates, Microsoft has included several improvements and new features. One of the most notable is the addition of a new section for touch screen edge gestures, accessible via Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Touch.
Users can now disable touch gestures on the left or right edges of the screen, thus personalizing the user experience. The Input Method Editor (IME) has also been improved so that the IME toolbar will automatically hide in full-screen mode, making it easier to use Chinese or Japanese characters without distractions.
Microsoft Releases 2 New IMPORTANT Updates for Windows 11, What Changes They Bring
File Explorer has also received significant improvements. Users can share content to Android devices directly from the File Explorer context menu and from the desktop, requiring the installation and configuration of the Phone Link app. The Dynamic Lighting Settings page will now display a placeholder message when there are no compatible devices connected and will disable the Brightness and Effects controls, thus improving the management of screen lighting.
The Jump List feature has been improved, allowing you to open items as an administrator by holding down the Shift and CTRL keys and clicking an item in the Jump List. In addition, speech-to-text and text-to-speech features have been optimized, affecting features like Narrator, Voice Access, and Voice Typing, which significantly improves accessibility and ease of use.
The updates also fix significant issues, such as incorrect spacing between items in the left panel, issues with the search box in File Explorer when the window is minimized, and display difficulties in sleep mode on multiple monitors.
We also addressed lag and screen tearing on some secondary displays, as well as issues with the clipboard history not displaying copied content, ensuring a smoother and more reliable experience for users.
Microsoft recommends that all Windows 11 users install these updates as soon as possible to benefit from the latest security patches and improvements. It is essential to keep your operating system up to date to protect your personal data and ensure optimal device performance.
With the release of updates KB5050009 and KB5050021, Microsoft reaffirms its commitment to the security and satisfaction of Windows 11 users. These updates not only fix existing vulnerabilities, but also introduce new features that improve the user experience. Make sure your system is up to date to take full advantage of the benefits offered by Windows 11.
