The big Windows 11 24H2 update has brought all kinds of interesting and useful new features, but it has also removed several apps and features that Microsoft no longer wants to support going forward.

The Windows 11 2024 Update also brings various welcome improvements regarding networking, which include changes to the Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS) and Server Message Block (SMB). In addition, this version of the operating system supports Wi-Fi 7.

Software update rollouts are usually staged for a reason—if something catastrophic happens, not everyone is instantly affected. In the case of Windows 11 24H2, there's an issue plaguing a small subset of PC owners.

This year’s big annual Windows 11 update was supposed to be exciting and positive, given all the cool features and improvements in it. But these past few weeks have shown that it’s been a nightmare for many.