Microsoft forces PCs with older versions of the OS to update to Windows 11 25H2 – ‘intelligent’ update system uses machine learning to determine when device is ready

Microsoft is forcing devices running Windows 11 24H2 to update to the latest 25H2 update. Support for version 24H2 will officially end on October 13, 2026, so this move appears to be part of the company’s efforts to keep all devices updated to the latest version of the operating system, while also making the overall update experience more streamlined.

According to Microsoft’s Windows 11 25H2 support page, the automatic rollout is specifically aimed at systems running the Home and Pro editions of Windows 11 version 24H2. However, devices managed by your organization or IT department are currently excluded. Notably, the rollout will be handled by an “intelligent” update system that leverages machine learning to determine when devices can receive updates.

Strangely, there appears to be a lack of transparency about how Microsoft’s machine learning system determines when a device is ready to receive automatic updates. The company hasn’t provided any details about the metrics or data points used, which raises some questions, especially for users who want greater control at the system level.

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Announcement of Windows 11 25H2 automatic forced update release — (Image credit: Microsoft)

Since this is a mandatory update, users do not have the option to opt out completely. However, Microsoft allows users to defer for a certain period of time, so you have limited control over when updates are installed. If you want to resolve the issue yourself, and your device meets the eligibility requirements,[設定]>[Windows Update]Move to[更新プログラムの確認]You can also manually install updates by clicking .

Cutting to the chase, Microsoft pushed an emergency update to Windows 11 earlier this week following a flawed preview update that failed to install on a large number of systems. The original update (KB5079391) was released in late March and reportedly caused widespread installation issues resulting in error code 0x80073712. Error code 0x80073712 usually indicates a missing or corrupted file. Microsoft has acknowledged the issue, removed the broken update, and replaced it with a new out-of-band patch (KB5086672). This updated release not only resolves installation issues, but also includes all improvements and features originally planned for the March update.