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Does installing Windows 11 24H2 reset customizations in Windows?
I'm running Windows 11 Enterprise, 23H2, build 22631.4751.
Unfortunately, it seems that Windows has downloaded 24H2 on my computer. I have managed to delay installation of this update using Pause updates in Settings > Windows 11.
Is there any way to prevent this update from being applied now that Windows has downloaded it? Judging from answers to my post from a month ago, it seems the answer is no, unfortunately.
Does installing 24H2 reset customizations in Windows? When I first started using Windows 11, I spent a good deal of time setting customization options in Settings, Control Panel, and the like. Many of these customizations are particularly important for me because I have a physical disability and have limited mobility. Will customizations be lost when 24H2 is installed? This post by @dacrone seems to suggest that the answer is yes, unfortunately.
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You've already done this, but make sure to periodically check and continue to pause the updates if necessary. Note that you can only pause updates for a limited time.
No, once Windows 11 24H2 is downloaded, you cannot permanently prevent its installation. Pausing updates only delays it temporarily. Major updates like 24H2 may reset some customizations, so it's recommended to back up your settings and files before proceeding. If you're on Enterprise, consider using Group Policy or WSUS to manage updates more effectively.
Just a note about the Group Policy Editor, it us only available on Windows Pro, it is not available on the Windows Home version.
