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Windows Central
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Mauro Huculak

Windows 11's annual 2026 update is almost here, and these 10 things you need to know before upgrading could save you time and frustration

Windows 11 desktop with the Settings app opened and the Taskbar located at the top of the screen.

Microsoft is expected to roll out the 2026 Update for Windows 11 (version 26H2) later this year, marking the fifth feature update for the desktop version of the operating system. However, this release isn't a full operating system swap, but it's still important not to skip it.

In this guide, I'll walk you through 10 interesting facts about Windows 11 version 26H2 to know before upgrading once it becomes available.

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