Microsoft has announced new features aimed at improving the Windows update experience for users. With the new changes, users can pause updates for up to 35 days at a time, allowing for greater flexibility in managing their update schedules. There are no limits on the number of times updates can be paused, enabling users to effectively pause updates indefinitely. Additionally, Microsoft is introducing separate options for shutting down and restarting PCs without the immediate need to install updates, providing a total of six options for users. This addresses a common frustration where users were forced to install updates before shutting down or restarting their devices. Furthermore, Microsoft is unifying the update process to reduce the number of reboots required each month by coordinating driver, .NET, and firmware updates with the monthly quality update. These changes are currently being rolled out to Windows users in the Dev channel, with broader availability expected soon.