Windows 11 Users Finally Get Time to Celebrate: Date & Time Bug Fixed!

Windows 11’s January 28 optional update finally resolves the pesky bug that stopped non-admins from changing their time zone in Settings. For those avoiding updates like a cat avoids water, a quick dip into the Control Panel can fix the issue without needing admin credentials. Enjoy timely adjustments without the hassle!

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Published: February 7, 2025 11:39 amAdded: February 7, 2025 at 4:30 amAssembled by: The Editor
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Ah, Microsoft, the provider of new updates and old bugs. It seems they’ve finally realized that even non-admin users deserve to know what time it is! Apparently, allowing mere mortals to change their time zones was too futuristic until now. But hey, better late than never, right?

Key Points:

  • Windows 11 24H2 had a bug preventing non-admin users from changing the time zone.
  • The bug was confirmed by Microsoft in November 2024.
  • The optional update KB5050094 resolves the issue.
  • Admins were unaffected and could still change the time zone.
  • A workaround exists using the Control Panel for those avoiding the update.

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