Windows 11 optional update rolls out ahead of September Patch Tuesday

You can now snag an optional update for Windows 11 that fixes a pesky printing bug and more.

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Microsoft just rolled out an optional update for Windows 11 that brings the OS to KB5016691 (OS Build 22000.918). The fixes included in the update should also ship with the September Patch Tuesday update, but you can pick them up now if you’d like.

The update addresses several issues, including a bug that can cause printers to malfunction. There’s also a long list of general improvements throughout the OS. Here are the highlights and what’s improved:

Windows 11 KB5016691 preview highlights

Windows 11 KB5016691 preview improvements

The get the update, go toSettingsand search forUpdate & Security. You’ll then be able to download and install it through theOptional updates availablearea.

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