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Updated Oct 19, 2023
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Steve_Pogue
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Oct 19, 2023
The Windows 10 and Server 2019 monthly cumulative patches are getting quite large and longer to apply. Is there any consideration of bringing back "Security Only - Quality Updates" for these platforms?
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    Jason_Sandys
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    Oct 19, 2023
    There is one "easy" answer here: move to Windows 11 (as Jay called out and which you will need to do within the next two years anyway). Out of curiosity, how long is is taking to apply? I've never had a Win 10 CU (since about 20H1 or 20H2) take more than about 10 minutes to apply to my systems (that I've ever noticed at least).
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      Steve_Pogue
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      Oct 19, 2023

      Windows Server 2019 and Windows 10 are now averaging 20 to 30 minutes. Upgrading to server 2022 is not a valid answer as it will receive servicing until 2029 and there is no compelling reason to upgrade at this point.

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    JaySimmons
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    Oct 19, 2023
    Hi Steve - to best of our collective knowledge, there no plans for bringing back Security-only updates. (Of course, this problem may self-solve as you eventually migrate away to Win11 and Server 2022?)