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PC World Latest NewsJul 05, 2025
Why Microsoft installed a ‘secret' update on some Windows 10 and 11 PCs

The "secret" patch with update code KB5001716 has already arrived for some users, but others are apparently still waiting. (We have not yet discovered it on our own Windows 11 PCs.)

What's in the KB5001716 update? Update KB5001716 isn't an "update" in the classic sense. It's more of an auxiliary update for Windows Update itself. The release note for the patch explains how KB5001716 works:


"After this update is installed, Windows may periodically display a notification informing you of problems that may prevent Windows Update from keeping your device up-to-date and protected against current threats. For example, you may see a notification informing you that your device is currently runnin

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PC World Latest NewsJul 02, 2025
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PC World Latest NewsJul 02, 2025
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