Windows 11 and 10 Receive Major Updates

Microsoft has rolled out key updates for Windows 11 and Windows 10, focusing on strengthening system protection and introducing new tools to improve user experience. The February 2025 update stands as one of the most significant in recent months, combining dozens of security fixes with functional enhancements for both platforms.

For Windows 11 users on versions 23H2 and 24H2, the update brings a host of innovations. Among these is automatic tab restoration in File Explorer, which lets you resume your work after a reboot without manually restoring your session—a feature especially appreciated by those handling large volumes of data.

Devices equipped with NPUs (neural processing units) now enjoy quick access to Windows Studio Effects via the taskbar. Noise reduction and background effects for video conferencing can now be adjusted with just one click. Additionally, the taskbar’s app preview animations have been refined, resulting in a smoother and more responsive interface.

Gamers will benefit from an optimization in automatic HDR—oversaturation issues in games have been fixed, enhancing visual clarity. Moreover, bugs causing slow shutdowns when gamepads are connected and issues with USB camera recognition following January’s patches have been resolved.

For Windows 10 (builds 19044.5487 and 19045.5487), the standout change is the automatic integration of the new Outlook app, which will appear in the menu without altering your current mail settings. This move paves the way for a gradual transition to Microsoft’s modern service lineup. In addition, a critical bug causing virtual memory leaks—resulting in crashes in resource-intensive applications—has been fixed.

Both updates address 55 vulnerabilities, including:

Experts strongly advise not delaying the update due to the high risk of exploitation. Some features, like File Explorer’s tab restoration, will be rolled out gradually over the coming weeks. The fact that both OS versions are receiving updates underscores that Microsoft has not abandoned its previous version.