Microsoft Forcing Upgrades to Unmanaged Windows 11, Version 24H2

Microsoft has begun force-upgrading unmanaged Windows 11 Home and Pro devices running version 24H2 to Windows 11 version 25H2 (the 2025 Update) via a machine-learning staged rollout. The upgrade uses a lightweight enablement package (under 200 KB) that activates dormant 25H2 features and requires only a single restart; devices managed by enterprise tools remain excluded. Microsoft cites end-of-support for 24H2 on October 13, 2026 and recommends users accept the update to maintain security and support.