Microsoft Delays Latest Version Of Windows 10 After Reports Of File Deletion Issues
Windows 10 October 2018 Update (version 1809)
The latest update to Windows 10 (version 1809) that includes tools like a cloud clipboard and a preliminary version of its phone mirroring software is reported to have resulted in mass file deletion from user directories as well as less alarming issues like incorrect CPU usage in Task Manager or broken audio drivers, and a few other minor issues.
In regards to this issue Microsoft have said “We have paused the rollout of the Windows 10 October 2018 Update (version 1809) for all users as we investigate isolated reports of users missing some files after updating.”
Microsoft have issued the following statement as a workaround :-
If you have manually checked for updates and believe you have an issue with missing files after an update, please minimize your use of the affected device and contact us directly at +1-800-MICROSOFT, or find a local number in your area https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4051701/global-customer-service-phone-numbers. Alternatively use a different device to contact us at https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/contactus/ (link will vary according to country of origin).
If you have manually downloaded the Windows 10 October 2018 Update installation media, please don’t install it and wait until new media is available.
We will provide an update when we resume rolling out the Windows 10 October 2018 Update to customers.
Affected Versions
- Windows 10, version 1809
- Windows Server, version 1809
- Windows 10 IoT Core, version 1809
- Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2019
- Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2019
- Windows Server 2019
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