Summary Windows 11 21H2 and Windows Server 2012 reach end of support www.bleepingcomputer.com
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Windows 11 21H2 and Windows Server 2012 are no longer supported, and users are encouraged to upgrade to Windows Server 2022 or get Extended Security Updates, while Windows 11 systems will automatically update; additionally, Windows 11 22H2 and Moment 4 update have been released with over 150 new features.
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- Windows 11 21H2 and Windows Server 2012 have reached the end of support.
- Microsoft will no longer provide technical assistance and bug fixes for these operating systems.
- Windows Server 2012 customers can upgrade to Windows Server 2022 or get Extended Security Updates (ESUs) for essential bug fixes and security updates.
- Systems currently operating on Windows 11 21H2 will be automatically updated to Windows 11 22H2 before the end of service.
- The next major release, Windows 11 23H2, is now rolling out to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel.
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Windows 11 21H2 and Windows Server 2012 are no longer supported. Upgrade to Windows Server 2022 or get Extended Security Updates. Windows 11 systems will automatically update. Windows 11 22H2 and Moment 4 update released with over 150 new features.
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Windows 11 21H2 and Windows Server 2012 have reached the end of support. Microsoft will no longer provide technical assistance, bug fixes, or security updates. Windows Server 2012's extended support end date was extended to give customers more time. Upgrade to Windows Server 2022 or get Extended Security Updates until October 13, 2026. Windows 11 21H2 systems will automatically update to Windows 11 22H2. Windows 11 23H2 is being tested and will be released later this year. The 'Moment 4' update for Windows 11 22H2 has been released, with over 150 new features.
146 word summary
Windows 11 21H2 and Windows Server 2012 have reached the end of support, meaning Microsoft will no longer provide technical assistance, bug fixes, or security updates for these operating systems. While Windows Server 2012's mainstream support ended in October 2018, the end date for extended support was extended to allow customers more time to transition to newer versions. Administrators can upgrade to Windows Server 2022 or choose Extended Security Updates (ESUs) for essential bug fixes and security updates until October 13, 2026. Windows 11 21H2 systems will automatically update to Windows 11 22H2 before reaching the end of service, allowing users to select a suitable time for installation. Windows 11 23H2, the next major release, is currently being tested by Insiders and will be released later this year. Additionally, the 'Moment 4' update for Windows 11 22H2 has been recently released, featuring over 150 new features.
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Windows 11 21H2 and Windows Server 2012 have reached the end of support as of this month's Patch Tuesday. Microsoft will no longer provide technical assistance, bug fixes, or security updates for these operating systems. Windows Server 2012's mainstream support ended in October 2018, but Microsoft extended the end date for extended support to give customers more time to transition to newer versions. Administrators can upgrade to Windows Server 2022 or opt for Extended Security Updates (ESUs) to continue receiving essential bug fixes and security updates. ESUs offer an extension of up to three years for security updates until October 13, 2026. Windows 11 21H2 systems will be automatically updated to Windows 11 22H2 before reaching the end of service. Users can choose a suitable time for their device to complete the update installation process. The next major release, Windows 11 23H2, is currently rolling out to Insiders for testing before its general release later this year. Microsoft also recently released the Windows 11 22H2 'Moment 4' update with over 150 new features.