Should You Install Windows 10's Risky June 2025 Preview Update?

Why Did Microsoft Skip Windows 11 Preview Updates This Dangerous Month?

Microsoft rolled out optional preview updates for Windows systems on June 24, 2025. I want to walk you through what these updates mean for your computer and why they matter.

What Are Preview Updates?

Preview updates are like test versions of fixes that Microsoft plans to release next month. Think of them as a sneak peek at improvements coming to your Windows system. You don't get these updates automatically - you have to choose to download them yourself.

These updates help Microsoft test fixes before they send them to everyone. If you install a preview update, you're helping test these changes on your computer.

Windows 10 Gets One Preview Update

For Windows 10 version 22H2, Microsoft released preview update KB5058481. This update focuses on fixing several important issues that users have been experiencing.

However, there's also mention of another Windows 10 update called KB5061087 that brings many more fixes. This update addresses problems across different parts of your system.

Windows 11 Updates Are Missing

Here's something interesting - Microsoft didn't release preview updates for Windows 11 this time. Usually, Windows 11 versions 22H2, 23H2, and 24H2 would get their own preview updates, but none appeared on June 24, 2025.

This might mean Microsoft is working on bigger changes for Windows 11 that need more time, or they're focusing their testing efforts on Windows 10 right now.

Key Fixes in Windows 10 Preview Update

The KB5061087 update brings fixes that touch many parts of your system:

Mobile and Network Improvements

Your phone carrier settings get updated, which can improve how your computer connects to mobile networks if you use features like mobile hotspot.

App and Programming Fixes

Microsoft fixed a problem where some programs couldn't talk to each other properly. This was causing error messages and crashes in certain applications. They also updated the curl tool to version 8.13.0, which helps with internet connections.

Login and Security Updates

If your computer connects to work networks through Azure, Microsoft fixed registration problems that were preventing proper login.

Language and Input Improvements

The update removes leftover language files that were taking up space on your hard drive and making updates slower. This means your computer will have more free space and updates will install faster.

Printer and Scanner Fixes

Many people with USB printers that can also scan were having problems. The scanning feature wasn't working, but this update fixes that issue.

Start Menu Repairs

Two annoying Start Menu problems get fixed. Jump lists (those quick shortcuts when you right-click programs) were disappearing, and sometimes the Start Menu wouldn't open after updates. Both issues are now resolved.

System Information Correction

Your computer was showing the wrong Windows version in Settings. Instead of showing 22H2, it was displaying 2009. This update fixes that display error.

Browser and File Changes

Microsoft made changes to how default browsers work in Europe. When you set a new default browser, it automatically gets pinned to your taskbar and Start menu. The system also better handles web links and PDF files with your chosen browser.

Business Computer Fixes

Computers used in stores or offices (called kiosk devices) were sometimes crashing with blue screens when administrators unlocked them. This update prevents those crashes.

Network File Sharing

The update fixes a problem where computers could freeze when accessing files stored on network servers.

How to Get These Updates

You won't see these updates automatically. You need to go to Windows Update settings and look for "optional updates" to find them. You can also download them directly from Microsoft's website if you prefer.

Remember, these are test updates. While they fix problems, they might also introduce new issues since they're still being tested. Only install them if you're comfortable with potential risks or if you're experiencing the specific problems they fix.

The fixes in these preview updates will likely become part of next month's regular Windows updates, so you'll get them eventually even if you don't install the preview versions now.