Microsoft has committed to minimizing extraneous notifications and suggestions in the Windows 11 installation procedure, aiming for a less intrusive user journey. This initiative follows the company's September 2025 policy that required mandatory, non-skippable security patches immediately after setup.
For new or fresh reinstalls of Windows 11, users can now choose to defer updates that occur after the initial configuration. Known as the Out-of-Box Experience (OOBE), this setup sequence has grown increasingly cumbersome over time, so the move to streamline it and reach the desktop more quickly is a positive development.
Windows Latest reports that Microsoft is deploying this update officially, though the timeline for full availability across devices is not specified. To avoid updates in the OOBE phase, simply select the 'Update Later' option on the corresponding interface.
That said, security updates play a critical role in maintaining system safety, and opting to skip them during OOBE will expose the computer to known vulnerabilities until they are eventually applied. It's advisable not to postpone these installations indefinitely.
For those on Windows 11 Home, upgrading to Windows 11 Pro unlocks several additional features. Check our detailed comparison between Windows 11 Home and Pro for more insights. The upgrade is currently discounted in the PCWorld Software Store to $59 from the regular $99 price.
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