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To maintain security and performance, Purdue IT-managed Windows laptops receive automatic monthly updates. These updates are installed silently, but may require a system reboot to complete. If a reboot is required, users have 7 days to reboot their laptop before it's automatically rebooted. Notifications are received during the 7 day window to remind users of the pending reboot.

Purdue IT now allows users to request a temporary exemption from automatic reboots on Windows OS devices (desktops/laptops) due to app installs or Microsoft updates. Devices can be excluded for 14 consecutive days (via two 7 day requests). A third consecutive week requires manual review by Purdue IT. Purdue IT may still reboot systems to fix critical vulnerabilities, depending on justification provided in the Reboot Exception request.