Microsoft Introduces Cloud Rebuild and Point-in-Time Restore for Windows 11
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Microsoft has announced two new recovery features for Windows 11: Cloud Rebuild and Point-in-Time Restore (PITR). These tools aim to reduce downtime and simplify system recovery from failures or faulty updates. PITR allows rolling back to a previous system snapshot, including files and applications. Cloud Rebuild enables remote reinstallation of Windows 11 via the cloud. Both features will integrate with Microsoft Intune by the first half of 2026. Additionally, Microsoft is enhancing Quick Machine Recovery (QMR) to improve boot failure resolution without physical access.
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18.11.2025 21:29 1 articles · 23h ago
Microsoft Introduces Cloud Rebuild and Point-in-Time Restore for Windows 11
Microsoft announced two new recovery features for Windows 11: Cloud Rebuild and Point-in-Time Restore (PITR). These tools aim to reduce downtime and simplify system recovery from failures or faulty updates. PITR allows rolling back to a previous system snapshot, including files and applications. Cloud Rebuild enables remote reinstallation of Windows 11 via the cloud. Both features will integrate with Microsoft Intune by the first half of 2026.
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- Windows 11 gets new Cloud Rebuild, Point-in-Time Restore tools — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 18.11.2025 21:29
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Point-in-Time Restore (PITR) allows rolling back Windows 11 to a previous system snapshot, including files and applications.
First reported: 18.11.2025 21:291 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Windows 11 gets new Cloud Rebuild, Point-in-Time Restore tools — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 18.11.2025 21:29
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Cloud Rebuild enables remote reinstallation of Windows 11 via the cloud, leveraging Autopilot for zero-touch provisioning.
First reported: 18.11.2025 21:291 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Windows 11 gets new Cloud Rebuild, Point-in-Time Restore tools — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 18.11.2025 21:29
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Both features will be integrated into Microsoft Intune by the first half of 2026.
First reported: 18.11.2025 21:291 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Windows 11 gets new Cloud Rebuild, Point-in-Time Restore tools — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 18.11.2025 21:29
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Quick Machine Recovery (QMR) has been updated to perform a single scan for boot failure resolution, reducing repetitive searches.
First reported: 18.11.2025 21:291 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Windows 11 gets new Cloud Rebuild, Point-in-Time Restore tools — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 18.11.2025 21:29