Updating Windows is something that every Windows 10 or Windows 11 user must do. Updating is the process of updating Windows with a new version, improvement or updates for apps.
Updating Windows is done via a part in Windows called “Windows update”. This component ensures that as soon as new updates are made available by Microsoft, they are downloaded to your computer and then installed.
These updates may include security features to protect against unknown malware, performance improvements to make the operating system run faster and more efficiently, and new features to improve the overall Windows experience.
Windows Update is therefore an important part of the Windows operating system, because it ensures that the system is protected and works as well as possible.
Microsoft regularly releases updates for Windows 11/10. This is usually once a month on the second Tuesday of the month, known as “Patch Tuesday”. This schedule is designed to give IT administrators time to test and deploy the updates.
However, it is not a hard fact. The frequency of updates may vary depending on the version of Windows used, as well as the specific needs of the system and any organization using it.
In addition to monthly updates, Microsoft may also release critical security updates as needed to address newly discovered security vulnerabilities or other pressing issues. These updates are usually released as soon as possible after they are developed and tested to minimize any potential impact on users.
This article shows you how to check for new updates in Windows. This is not very complicated.
How can I update Windows?
Update Windows 11
To get started, click the Start button. In the menu click on “Settings”. In the settings, click on “Windows update” and then on the “Check for updates” button.
If updates for Windows 11 are available, they will be downloaded and installed by default. In some cases, for example with a component update, you can choose to install the update. To do this, click on the “Download and Install” button. The download and installation of the component update will then be completed automatically.
Update Windows 10
To get started, click the Start button. In the menu click on “Settings”.
In the settings, click on “Update & security”.
Most updates are downloaded and then installed automatically. If there is a feature update available or an optional update, you will need to install it by clicking the “Install Now” button. You can install an optional quality update by clicking on the “Download and Install” link.
If you are having trouble installing updates, please read the following articles:
- Windows update stuck? Try these tips!
- Reset Windows update in Windows 11 or Windows 10
- Download and install Windows updates via Update Catalog.
- Windows update error message? 6 Tips to solve it!
- Windows 11 won't update? Try these tips!
I hope to have informed you with this. Thank you for reading!