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Windows 10 build 19045.3448 (KB5030211) releases for version 22H2, 21H2

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Microsoft has released a new preliminary update for versions 22H2 and 21H2 of Windows 10, which are expected to arrive later this year. The update, KB5030211, raises the build numbers to 19045.3448 (22H2) and 19044.3448 (21H2) and includes security and quality improvements that were previously tested in the August 5029331 KB22 preview update.

Windows 10
Windows 10

Some of the highlights of this update are:

– Improved location detection for devices that support geolocation.

– Added notification badges for Microsoft accounts in the Start menu, similar to Windows 11.

– Fixed an issue that prevented printing from some applications using the Microsoft Print to PDF feature.

– Fixed an issue that caused Group Policy to fail when using a proxy server with a PAC file.

– Fixed an issue that caused some elements to render incorrectly on high DPI screens.

– Fixed an issue that prevented some apps from starting when using AppLocker or Device Guard.

The update also includes security updates for several Windows 10 components, such as Microsoft Scripting Engine, Windows Application Platform and Frameworks, Windows Media, Windows Fundamentals, Windows Authentication, Windows User Account Control (UAC), Windows Virtualization Windows, Windows kernel, Windows hybrid. Cloud Networking, Windows File Systems and Storage, Windows Remote Desktop, Microsoft HoloLens, Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge Legacy, and Microsoft Graphics Component.

You can download and install this update through Windows Update or the Microsoft Update Catalog. However, please note that this is a preliminary update, which means it may contain bugs or issues that could affect your device. If you want to wait for a more stable version, you can skip this update and wait for the next Patch Tuesday update in October.

Microsoft is also releasing updates for older versions of Windows 10, such as versions 1809, 1607, and 1507. You can check the details of these updates on the Windows 10 Update History page.

If you are running Windows 10 on your PC, you may want to look for a new update that Microsoft released on September 12, 2023. The update, labeled KB5030211, brings several fixes and improvements to the operating system. Here are some of the highlights of this update:

– Windows will now do a better job of detecting your location, giving you more accurate and relevant information about the weather, news, and traffic.

– More users will see a notification badge for their Microsoft accounts in the Start menu. This badge will alert you to important notifications related to your account, such as security issues, subscription renewals, or backup status. A Microsoft account is what links Windows with your Microsoft apps and services and allows you to sync your data and settings between devices. You can also add additional security measures to protect your account from unauthorized access.

– The update also makes some changes to the daylight saving time (DST) settings for Israel, to reflect the latest legislation.

– The update fixes an issue affecting the Group Policy Service, which is responsible for applying policies to your computer. Previously, the service did not wait for the network to be available before processing policies, which could cause errors or inconsistencies. The service will now wait 30 seconds, which is the default timeout, before applying policies.

– The update adds a new API for standalone D3D12 devices, which is a feature that allows you to create multiple D3D12 devices on the same adapter. This may improve the performance and compatibility of some applications that use DirectX 12. For more information about this feature, you can visit this page: D3D12 Standalone Devices.

– The update fixes an issue affecting an application that simulates keyboard input, such as a virtual keyboard. Previously, the app did not correctly send Japanese characters to other apps. Now the application will be able to send Japanese characters without any problem.

– The update fixes an issue affecting a WS_EX_LAYERED window, which is a type of window that can have transparent or translucent effects. Previously, the window was rendered with incorrect dimensions or in the wrong position when scaling the screen. The window will now display correctly regardless of the display scale.

– The update fixes an issue that affected print jobs that were sent to a virtual print queue, such as a PDF printer. Previously, print jobs would fail without any error messages. Print jobs will now complete successfully or display an error message if there is a problem.

– The update fixes an issue affecting BitLocker-encrypted disk partitions. Previously, if you deleted a disk partition and added the space from the deleted partition to an existing BitLocker partition, the system might crash. You can now safely resize your BitLocker partitions without any risk of system crash.

– The update fixes an issue affecting Remote Desktop (RD) sessions, which allow you to access your PC remotely. Previously, DR sessions would disconnect when you used multiple apps at the same time. Now, RD sessions will remain stable and connected even when you multitask with multiple apps.

– The update fixes an issue that affected the display of the search box in the taskbar. Previously, the search box would sometimes disappear or become unresponsive. Now, the search box will always be visible and responsive.

This update is part of Microsoft's ongoing effort to keep Windows 10 secure and up-to-date. To install this update, you can go to Settings > Update & security > Windows Update and click Check for updates. Alternatively, you can download and install the update manually from this link: KB5030211.