| Version | Codename | Build Number | Release Date | Key Features | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Sun Valley | 22000 | Oct 4, 2021 | Initial release, centered Start menu, new Widgets panel. | | Windows 11 2022 Update | Sun Valley 2 | 22621 | Sep 20, 2022 | File Explorer tabs, redesigned Task Manager, Smart App Control. | | Moment 1 | — | 22621.675 | Oct 18, 2022 | Re-introduced drag & drop on taskbar. | | Moment 2 (KB5022913) | — | 22621.1344 | Feb 28, 2023 | AI-powered Bing Chat, Phone Link for iOS, Task Manager search. | | Moment 3 | — | 22621.1778 | May 24, 2023 | Dev Drive, live kernel memory dump, 2FA improvements. | | Moment 4 | — | 22621.2361 | Sep 26, 2023 | Windows Copilot, modern File Explorer, new volume mixer. | | Moment 5 | — | 22621.3235 | Feb 29, 2024 | Improved accessibility, smarter Snap Layouts. |
private Dictionary<string, Session> sessions = new Dictionary<string, Session>();
: This build benefited from UUP improvements, which reduced download sizes by up to 30% and allowed feature and quality updates to be installed in a single reboot. Version Lifecycle Note
Fixed a deadlock in searchindexer.exe that caused random hangs during sign-in or sign-out. Windows 11 PRO 22H2 Build -22621.1194- -2023-- ...
updates. Microsoft transitioned preview (optional) .NET Framework updates to the Optional updates page under Settings > Windows Update > Advanced options
Prior to Build 22621.1194, Microsoft bundled .NET Framework updates directly within the mandatory monthly cumulative updates. This release shifted the architecture:
public void SwitchToSession(string name) | Version | Codename | Build Number |
Fixed issues where and Adobe Reader stopped responding or wouldn't open under certain exploit protection settings. Framework Updates
Session session = sessions[name]; // Restore session
: Addressed a bug where certain game controllers prevented the PC from entering Sleep mode when connected. | | Moment 2 (KB5022913) | — | 22621
For digital forensics and incident response (DFIR), build 22621.1194 is notable because:
: It specifically targets issues where certain games and apps experienced lower performance or stuttering due to unintentional GPU debugging features being active. System Reliability : Fixes were implemented for searchindexer.exe , which previously caused login/logout delays, and conhost.exe Controller Stability
After upgrading to 23H2 or 24H2, ensure that Pro-specific features like BitLocker and Remote Desktop are functioning correctly. Also, check your Group Policy Objects (GPOs) as newer builds sometimes deprecate old policy settings.
The Quick Settings menu became more customizable, allowing users to rearrange or remove toggles for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and volume directly.