Microsoft lists Windows 10 October 2020 Update known issues
Fortunately, the list is pretty small.
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What you need to know
The Windows 10 October 2020 Update officially launched to the public today, and Microsoft followed it up with a look at theknown issues still hanging around. Fortunately, the list is pretty small compared to previous updates, only coming in at three items as of the launch. (Of course, our own list of the mostcommon October 2020 Update problems— and fixes — is … longer.) Here’s a look at what to look out for.
The issues still being investigated mostly relate to devices with Conexant or Synaptics audio drivers, which could receive errors or outright crash to a blue screen. There’s also a general warning for issues when using Microsoft IME for Japanese or Chinese languages. From Microsoft:
A fourth issue, which relates to installing incorrectly formatted third-party drivers, has been resolved.
Microsoft notes that it has put a compatibility hold on Windows 10 devices with the affected Conexant or Synaptics audio drivers for the first two issues. If you have a device with these drivers, the Windows 10 October 2020 Update won’t be offered to you until the driver has been updated.
Microsoft is releasing the Windows 10 October 2020 Update as a measured rollout, similar to how it has handled major updates in the past. Devices that are known to have no issues with the update will get it first, and Microsoft will ramp up the pace over time. As it continues, we could see more known issues added to the list, but the October 2020 Update seems to be off to a smoother start than some previous updates, judging by the small list of launch issues.
Check out our detailedWindows 10 October 2020 Update reviewfor all the specifics.
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