Windows 11 24H2, Google Workspace and Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Blocks Windows 11 24H2 Update for Many Users of Google Workspace Sync
Microsoft has announced a compatibility hold on the Windows 11 24H2 update for computers using outdated versions of Google Workspace Sync for Microsoft Outlook (GWSMO), as reported by Bleeping Computer.
Windows 11 24H2 strikes again – Outlook might not start with Google Workspace Sync running
Meanwhile, 365 Enterprise users have a date for new Outlook rollout Microsoft has admitted that an issue in Windows 11 24H2 could stop Outlook from starting. It has also been confirmed that Microsoft 365 Enterprise users will switch to the new Outlook in April 2026.
Outdated Google Workspace Sync blocks Windows 11 24H2 upgrades
Microsoft now blocks the Windows 11 24H2 update on computers with outdated Google Workspace Sync installs because they're causing Outlook launch issues.
Windows 11 Version 24H2 Has Compatibility Issue With Google Workspace Sync Outlook Plugin
Microsoft is blocking upgrades to Windows 11 version 24H2 on PCs where old versions of the Google Workspace Sync plugin for Outlook are installed.
Outlook breaks on Windows 11 24H2 if you have this plugin installed
According to Microsoft, users who have updated to Windows 11 24H2 may run into issues when opening Outlook if they have Google Workspace Sync installed on their system. Google Workspace Sync for Microsoft Outlook makes it easier to manage and organize Google Workspace emails,
Windows 11 24H2: Outlook suffers launch issues with Google Workspace Sync, Microsoft halts update
Outlook suffers launch issues with Google Workspace Sync, Microsoft halts update until you install the hotfix.
Old Google Workspace Sync versions prevent Windows 11 24H2 update
Users with an outdated version of Google Workspace Sync for Microsoft Outlook (GWSMO) will not receive an update to Windows 11 24H2 for now. Microsoft has
Microsoft Outlook won't start on Windows 11 24H2 with Google Workspace Sync
Google Workspace Sync is causing Microsoft Outlook to crash on Windows 11 24H2, but the tech giant is working on it.
Microsoft confirms Outlook fails to start in Windows 11 24H2 with Google Workspace Sync0 0
Microsoft confirmed another known issue in Windows 11 version 24H2. This time, it impacts Outlook, but the fix is available.
Microsoft flags Outlook issue in Windows 11 24H2
Meanwhile, new Outlook rollout looms for 365 Enterprise users Microsoft has admitted that an issue in Windows 11 24H2 could stop Outlook from starting. It has also been confirmed that Microsoft 365 Enterprise users will switch to the new Outlook in April 2026.
Windows 11 24H2: New Outlook problems, but older game bugs fixed
Microsoft has acknowledged problems with Outlook on Windows 11 24H2 that are related to Google Workspace Sync.
Ubisoft fixes Windows 11 24H2 conflicts causing game crashes
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Microsoft Partially Lifts Windows 11 24H2 Update Block for Some Ubisoft Gamers
Microsoft has lifted the Windows 11 24H2 update block for Star Wars and Avatar games after Ubisoft deployed hotfixes, but ...