Windows Update to Auto-Rollback Faulty Drivers
Microsoft is enhancing Windows Update with an automatic rollback feature for faulty drivers. Discover how this change will streamline your update experience and reduce disruptions.
Automatic Driver Recovery in Windows Update
Microsoft is taking significant steps to improve the Windows Update experience, particularly for Windows 11 users. The new feature, called "Cloud-Initiated Driver Recovery," will automatically replace problematic drivers with previously functioning versions without requiring user intervention. This aims to eliminate the hassle of manually rolling back drivers or waiting for hardware vendors to release fixes.
Currently, users must navigate through settings to revert faulty drivers, which can be time-consuming and frustrating. With this upcoming feature, Microsoft will proactively identify drivers with quality issues during their evaluation process and initiate a recovery action from the cloud. This means that if a driver is found to be causing problems, it will be automatically replaced, ensuring a smoother user experience.
In addition to this, Microsoft is also allowing users to pause updates indefinitely and skip updates during initial device setup. These enhancements are set to roll out gradually starting in September, making Windows Update less disruptive and more user-friendly.