Steps to Run Windows Update

🖥️ Overview

Keeping your Windows device up to date ensures optimal performance, security, and access to new features. Microsoft provides both mandatory updates (security and critical patches) and optional updates (drivers, feature enhancements, and non-critical fixes). This guide walks you through checking for and installing both types of updates on Windows 10 and Windows 11.

🔍 Step-by-Step Instructions

✅ For Windows 11

  1. Open Settings

    • Right-click the Start button and select Settings.
    • Or press Windows + I.

  2. Navigate to Windows Update

    • In the Settings window, click Windows Update from the left-hand menu.

  3. Check for Updates

    • Click Check Online for updates from Microsoft Update. Windows will scan for available updates.

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  4. Install Available Updates

    • If updates are found, click Download & install.

  5. Access Optional Updates

    • Click Advanced options.
    • Scroll down and select Optional updates.
    • You’ll see available driver updates, feature updates, or quality updates.
    • Select all updates and click Download and install.

  6. Restart if Required

    • Some updates may require a restart. Follow the prompts to complete installation.

✅ For Windows 10

  1. Open Settings

    • Click the Start button and select Settings.
    • Or press Windows + I.

  2. Go to Update & Security

    • In the Settings window, click Update & Security.

  3. Check for Updates

    • Click Check Online for updates from Microsoft Update under the Windows Update tab.

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  4. Install Available Updates

    • If updates are found, click Download and install.

  5. View Optional Updates

    • Click View optional updates (if available).
    • Expand the sections to see driver updates, feature updates, or non-critical fixes.
    • Select all updates and click Download and install.

  6. Restart if Required

    • Follow prompts to restart your device if needed.
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