September 2024 Windows 10 Non-Security Preview Update

 Microsoft released KB5043131 for Windows 10 version 22H2 optional non-security release preview (Windows monthly updates explained).

Highlights

• [Start menu] New! This update moves your profile picture to different positions. There is also a new background color for the left pane on the menu. This color change makes the items on the pane stand out more. This change might not be available to all users because it will roll out gradually.
• [IE mode] Microsoft Edge sometimes stops responding when you use IE mode.​​[Media playback] Playback of some media might stop when you use certain surround sound technology

See the KB article for the list of quality improvements included in the update.

This update makes quality improvements to the servicing stack, which is the component that installs Windows updates. Servicing stack updates (SSU) ensure that you have a robust and reliable servicing stack so that your devices can receive and install Microsoft updates. For general information about SSUs, see Servicing stack updates and Servicing Stack Updates (SSU): Frequently Asked Questions.

Update:  To get the update, go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update. The link to download and install the update can be found in the Optional updates available area.  To get the standalone package for this update, go to the Microsoft Update Catalog website.

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