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On November 11, 2025, Microsoft released its monthly security updates for Windows 10 and Windows 11. These packages, known as “Patch Tuesday” updates, are important because they fix security weaknesses and repair other problems within the operating system. This guide explains what these updates do in simple terms.

Windows 11 Updates for November 2025

Microsoft provided updates for several versions of Windows 11. The changes are meant to improve how your computer works and keep it safe.

Update KB5068861 for Windows 11 (Versions 24H2-25H2)

This update brings several fixes and security improvements. If you use one of these Windows 11 versions, your computer will receive these changes automatically.

• Gaming: An issue causing handheld gaming devices to drain their battery too quickly is now fixed. Another bug that made game controllers unresponsive for a few seconds after signing in has also been resolved.
• Storage: The update repairs a problem that could make some storage drives, known as Storage Spaces, inaccessible.
• System Tools: It fixes a known issue where the Task Manager would not close completely, which could slow down your computer over time.
• Voice Access: An error where Voice Access would fail during its initial setup has been corrected.
• Window Management: This update stops Task View from opening by itself when you click on the desktop.
• Networking: A technical problem with how Windows processes certain web requests was fixed. This could cause connection issues when proxy servers were involved. For technical users who experience new problems after this change, a registry setting can be adjusted to revert to the previous behavior.

Update KB5068865 for Windows 11 (Version 23H2)

This is the final update for Windows 11 version 23H2 (Home and Pro editions). It includes many of the same security and quality fixes as the update for newer versions. After November 11, 2025, these editions will no longer receive updates.

Windows 10 Updates for November 2025

Most versions of Windows 10 are no longer supported. Updates are only provided for specific business customers or those enrolled in the paid Extended Security Updates (ESU) program.

Update KB5068781 for Windows 10 (Versions 21H2-22H2)

This update is for businesses using the Enterprise LTSC version or ESU program. It mainly contains security fixes. It also corrects a known bug where the Windows Update settings page might incorrectly show a message that your version of Windows has reached its end of support.

Other Windows 10 Updates

• Update KB5068791 provides security improvements for Windows 10 Enterprise 2019 LTSC.
• Update KB5068864 delivers security fixes for Windows 10 version 1607 Enterprise LTSC.

These updates are typically installed automatically. If you need to install them manually, the files are available from the Microsoft Update Catalog. Always refer to the official Microsoft support articles for each update for detailed installation instructions and a list of any known issues.