Windows 10 users have a good reason to celebrate: its latest update applies a series of important fixes and new features. In addition, among these adjustments that have been made, a definitive solution has been given to one of the most annoying problems that have been suffered recently.
The Windows 10 update KB5046613, available on both Windows 10 22H2 and Windows 10 21H2, is being received with notable enthusiasm. In total, it incorporates 10 tweaks and new features with which Microsoft is polishing the operation of the operating system and demonstrating that, until its support finally ends, it will continue to work. Keep in mind that, unlike other updates, this patch is mandatory, so all users will have it applied to their computers.
Troubleshooting
Something that had generated very bad impressions in recent times were the problems that Windows 10 was giving with multifunction printers. But, finally, Microsoft has solved it. Thanks to this, you now have the opportunity to connect your printer via USB cable so that the installation is carried out correctly. Until now, a scanner driver failure occurred and that function was rendered useless, so it is good news to see that there is now a solution. In addition, the printing problems that were generated in the same situation have also been solved: when having the multifunction printer connected via USB cable.
Another of the errors that was being recorded, something that Microsoft surely wanted to solve as soon as possible, was related to the update from Windows 10 to Windows 11. Thus, it was recorded that, under certain situations, users could encounter an error code when trying to do the update.
Similarly, the issue with Windows activation with certain phone numbers has also been resolved. To fix this, Microsoft has increased the range in different regions, thus preventing errors from occurring again. The company has also fixed compatibility issues that were occurring with Xbox 360 console controllers and other Bluetooth controllers.
The list of bug fixes includes a number of other bugs that you can check out on Microsoft's website and that help make the Windows 10 user experience a little more stable now. For example, the problem with Azure Virtual Desktop that caused a black screen to appear has also been fixed.
Security improvements and new features
The reason why the KB5046613 update is mandatory is that it is a security update. That means it is applied to all Windows computers immediately without having to check for updates or do it manually. Because of this, the update addresses several security issues, including one related to a Windows Kernel driver vulnerability.
In addition, the new Start menu has been introduced, which displays the account manager with a new design that simplifies access to configuration options. It is also easier to switch between different users quickly, since you only have to click on the three dots next to the log out button. Microsoft says that, yes, the new Start menu will be distributed to Windows 10 users progressively and that it is possible that not everyone will receive it at the same time. Therefore, if you do not have it yet, you will just have to wait a little longer.
When you upgrade to this new build, Windows 10 22H2 computers will be on version 19045.5131, and Windows 10 21H2 users will be on version 19044.5131. If the update hasn't been automatically applied to your computer, use Windows Update to see if it's available. While it should have arrived automatically, you never know if something went wrong. So far, it doesn't seem like this new update has caused any unexpected issues or problems.
Either way, Windows 10 is dying and Microsoft is still urging users to upgrade to Windows 11. The problem is that not all computers are compatible and many do not want to resort to alternative methods to achieve this. In addition, if we want to continue to have Windows 10 updates in 2025, we will have to pay.
