Windows 11 is a new operating system that was released in November of 2011. It is designed to be more environmentally friendly and efficient than previous versions. One of the ways that Windows 11 tries to save the planet is by using automatic updates to keep your computer up-to-date with the latest software and patches. When you install Windows 11, it will ask you if you want to install the automatic updates. If you answer yes, it will start automatically installing updates as soon as they are available. If you don’t want to have these updates installed on your computer, you can choose not to have them installed by selecting “No.” If you ever experience a problem with your computer that cannot be solved by using the normal troubleshooting methods, then you can contact Microsoft support and ask for help with updating Windows 11. Microsoft support will be more than happy to help out and will guide you through every step of updating Windows 11 for optimal performance and sustainability.

“Windows Update will try to schedule update installations at specific times of day when doing so results in lower carbon emissions,” said Microsoft in a blog post. “Whenever possible, Windows 11 will now prioritize installing updates in the background at times when greater amounts of clean energy sources (like wind, solar, and hydro) are available.”

How much of a difference this move will actually make remains to be seen, but it’s good to see a company like Microsoft thinking about these sorts of things. This comes shortly after Microsoft revealed that it’d be providing an eco score to PCs.

The latest Windows Update also adds improved Microsoft 365 subscription management in Settings.

Finally, a new security feature called Smart App Control protects your PC from untrusted applications, similar to the feature that blocks apps on Mac. “Smart App Control (SAC) is a new security feature for Windows 11 that blocks untrusted or potentially dangerous applications,” said Microsoft.

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22567 looks like a solid update for the Dev channel and one that you’ll want to download if you’re a Windows Insider.

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