2022-04 update for windows 11 for x64-based systems (kb4023057)
SummaryThis update includes reliability improvements to Windows Update Service components in all editions of Windows 10, version 1507, 1511, 1607, 1703, 1709, 1803, 1809, 1903, 1909, 2004, 20H2, 21H1, 21H2, and Windows 11 (original release). It may take steps to free up disk space on your device if you do not have enough disk space to install Windows updates. Show
This update includes files and resources that address issues that affect the update processes in Windows that may prevent important Windows updates from being installed. These improvements help make sure that updates are installed seamlessly on your device, and they help improve the reliability and security of devices that are running Windows. Note: Microsoft Update Health Tools are automatically deployed to Windows 10, version 1809 and later Windows devices connected to Windows Update. You can also manually deploy Microsoft Update Health Tools, For more information, see Announcing Update Health Tools. Important: If your device is out of support, it is no longer receiving security updates from Microsoft and may become more vulnerable to security risks and viruses. For this reason, we strongly recommend that you update to the latest version of Windows. Each version of Windows is supported for 18 months. After support ends, you must update to a newer version of Windows to continue receiving Windows updates and security fixes. To learn more about the Windows lifecycle, see Windows 10 lifecycle fact sheet and the Windows 11 lifecycle fact sheet. Notes:
Important information about devices that have low disk spaceWhen a Windows feature update is available for your device, you may see a message on the Windows Update settings page or elsewhere that asks you to free up disk space by removing files or applications that you do not use regularly. If you see this message, select Fix issues to free up disk space on your device. After the Windows update has installed, some users may be prompted to restart their device. See Free up drive space in Windows for more information about other ways that you can free up disk space on your device. Compressing filesTo help free up disk space, this update may compress files in your user profile directory so that Windows Update can install important updates. When files or folders are compressed, they appear as having two blue arrows overlaid on the icon. Depending on your File Explorer settings, you may see icons that look larger or smaller. The following screen shot shows an example of these icons.
After you install the update, your files are restored to their original state, and the blue arrows disappear from the file icons in File Explorer. At any point during the update process, you should be able to access your files. Microsoft Support notificationThis update may display a notification on devices that are running low on space. If selected, this notification will open a Microsoft Support URL in the default browser with contact options for Microsoft support so you can easily get help freeing up space on your device.
Disk CleanupWhen this update is installed, new options for cleaning up disk space will be available to make it easier for you to update your device when it is low on disk space. If a feature update fails due to a low disk space, you can help increase storage space by using the Disk Cleanup tool or selecting Free up space now in Settings > Storage. These will help you remove unused files and free up storage space before a major feature update.
How to get this update
Note: Only builds of Windows 10, versions 1507, 1511, 1607, 1703, 1709, 1803, 1809, 1903, 1909, 2004, 20H2, 21H1, 21H2, and Windows 11 (original release) require this update. File informationThe English (United States) version of this software update installs files that have the attributes that are listed in the following tables. The dates and times for these files are listed in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). The dates and times for these files on your local computer are displayed in your local time together with your current daylight saving time (DST) bias. Additionally, the dates and times may change when you perform certain operations on the files. Windows 11 (original release)
Windows 10, version 20H2, 21H1, and 21H2
Windows 10, version 2004
Windows 10, version 1909
Windows 10, version 1903
Windows 10, version 1809
Windows 10, versions 1703, 1709, and 1803
Windows 10, versions 1507, 1511, and 1607
ReferencesLearn about the terminology that Microsoft uses to describe software updates. What is KB4023057 in Windows Update?This update may repair disabled or corrupted Windows operating system components that determine the applicability of updates to your version of Windows. This update may compress files in your user profile directory to help free up enough disk space to install important updates.
How big is KB4023057?
Can I uninstall update for Windows 10 for x64 based systems KB4023057?You can uninstall KB4023057 from your PC by utilizing the Add/Remove Software highlight in the Control Panel.
Can I uninstall KB4023057?You can uninstall KB4023057 from your computer by using the Add/Remove Program feature in the Window's Control Panel.
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