Microsoft has officially announced the release of hotpatch updates for Windows 11 Enterprise builds. This new updating protocol is currently for Enterprise 11 versions 24H2, which applies to AMD and Intel x64 devices. This isn't the first time the new hotpatching system has been mentioned, but it is the first time it's become widely available across Windows 11 Enterprise 24H2 devices.
If you're new to the hotpatching system, the biggest takeaway is the ability to apply updates without the need to restart. This is definitely ideal for corporate environments, letting users continue to work not only without the interruption caused by a reboot, but also without excessive CPU usage.
There are quarterly updates that will likely still require a reboot outside of the regular hotpatch updates. Still, this is a significant change compared to the monthly reboot requirements presently in place.
