Microsoft lets Windows updates pause indefinitely in 35-day blocks

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Microsoft is enabling indefinite pauses for Windows 11 updates, allowing users to delay updates in 35‑day blocks that can be reset indefinitely; updates will eventually install (mostly security fixes), and users can shut down or restart without updating. The changes are rolling out to Windows Insider Dev/Experimental channels.
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