Security News > 2022 > March > Windows 11 22H2 almost here as it moves exclusively to Release channel
Microsoft has signed off on Windows 11 22H2, which is now moving exclusively to the Windows Insider 'Release' channel, while the new Preview Build 22581 released today is being offered on both the 'Beta' and 'Dev' channels.
Since Windows 11 was released, Microsoft has been fixing bugs and developing the upcoming Windows 11 22H2 feature update on the 'Beta' channel, with build numbers in the format 22000.
The upcoming Windows 11 22H2 update focuses on fixing existing issues in Windows 11, such as taskbar issues and the Start Menu, while introducing updated apps, like Notepad, Paint, and Media Player.
With Windows 11 22H2 moving to release, the Windows 11 'Beta' channel will soon offer the Windows 11 23H2 development builds.
"If your device is in the Beta Channel and you want to stay on the released version of Windows 11, you have 10 days or until we release a newer build to roll back. If you do decide to roll back, be sure to promptly change your channel to Release Preview," Microsoft explains in a blog post.
This pause in builds allows Windows Insiders to switch channels depending on whether they wish to stay on the Dev channel and continue testing experimental features or switching to the Beta channel to test the next Windows 11 23H2 update.