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How To Install Latest Windows Updates?

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This guide helps you manually install the latest Windows updates to enhance security, improve performance, and access new features. Whether using the Settings app, Windows Update Assistant, Microsoft Update Catalog, or PowerShell, it offers various methods to ensure your system stays optimized and protected from emerging threats, giving you flexibility in choosing the best update process for your needs.

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Keeping your Windows operating system updated confirms security, enhances performance and helps to avail the latest features. Windows updates not only deliver the most essential security patches but also improve functionality and fix available issues.

The reason for the periodic updates is to keep your PC running smoothly and protect you from any of the latest and emerging cyber threats. So, here is a guide for several manual steps you can use in installing the newest Windows updates and keeping your system optimized to perform its best.

Follow this step-by-step guide on several ways to install the latest Windows updates manually, so that your computer stays safe and optimized.

Via the Settings App

The most common and straightforward way to get any pending Windows update is through the Settings app, which is the central hub for managing system settings, enabling features, and updating Windows.

To update Windows using Settings App, complete the following steps:

  1. Step: Pressing Windows + I opens the Settings app directly.
  2. Step: From the Settings app, select the Windows Update option from the left panel.
  3. Step: Select the Check for updates button.

The Windows operating system will then search for and download any updates available. A system restart may be required to finish the update installation. 

Via the Windows Update Assistant

The Windows Update Assistant is a compact executable file that can fetch feature updates for your computer, ensuring you don’t have to wait for an automatic update.

The update assistant is compatible only with computers that have x86/64 processors. If your computer is ARM-based, you can use another method mentioned here.

To update Windows using the Windows Update assistant, complete the following steps:

  1. Step: Launch your web browser.
  2. Step: Search and go to the Windows Update Assistant download website.
  3. Step: Select the Update Now button to download the update assistant on your computer.
  4. Step: Open the downloaded file and click Yes to the UAC that appears.
  5. Step: Click the Update Now button to allow the computer to check compatibility. 
  6. Step: Click Next and then Restart Now. 

Windows Update Assistant will then download and install the latest update on your computer without affecting any existing files. After the installation process is complete, a message will appear thanking you for updating to the latest version of Windows.

Via the Microsoft Update Catalog

The Microsoft Update Catalog is another source for downloading updates for Windows 10 and later versions manually. 

To update Windows using the Microsoft Update Catalog, complete the following steps:

  1. Step: Launch the browser of your choice.
  2. Step: Navigate and Open the Microsoft Update Catalog.
  3. Step: In the search bar, enter the KB number of the update you want to download. If you don’t know the KB number, search for general terms like Windows 11 and Windows 10.
  4. Step: Select the Download button next to the update you want to download. This will open a new window with the update download link.
  5. Step: Click the link and choose the location where you want to save it. 

After the update is downloaded, check its extension. If it’s an MSU file, you can simply double-click on it to install it on your computer. 

If the file has a CAB extension, which is often a driver file, you will have to extract it first using any file extraction software. After extracting a driver, you must manually update it using the Device Manager. 

To do this, complete the below steps:

  1. Step: Open the Device Manager, 
  2. Step: Locate and right-click on the driver you want to update.
  3. Step: Choose Update driver, and then select Browse my computer for drivers. 

After the update is installed, a system restart may be necessary for the changes to take effect.

Via Windows PowerShell

Windows updates can also be easily downloaded using Windows PowerShell. To update Windows using Windows PowerShell, complete the following steps:

  1. Step: Launch Windows PowerShell with admin rights.
  2. Step: Write down the following command & press Enter button:

    Install-Module PSWindowsUpdate
  1. Step: Write down Y and then press Enter to confirm.
  2. Step: If you receive an Unsupported repository message, write Y and press Enter to proceed.
  3. Step: Write down the following command and then press Enter.
  • Set-ExecutionPolicy -Scope CurrentUser -ExecutionPolicy Unrestricted
  • Import-Module PSWindowsupdate

6. Step: Next, input the following command and press Enter. Be sure to replace the “KB version” with the KB version of the update you wish to install.

  • Get-WindowsUpdate
  • Get-WindowsUpdate -AcceptAll -Install -AutoReboot
  • Get-WindowsUpdate -Install -KBArticleID ‘(KB Version)’

You can also activate the automatic updates feature on your computer. Windows will then automatically install any updates that are available. However, if you prefer to manually update Windows, you can use any of the methods mentioned above. At the same time, there are several ways to manually update your Windows PC, but it is recommended to use the Settings app. It is the most user-friendly method for downloading updates for your computer.

Conclusion:

In summary, updating Windows regularly ensures better performance, security, and access to new features. Whether you use the Settings app, Windows Update Assistant, Microsoft Update Catalog, or PowerShell, you have several options for manually installing the latest updates. Choose the method that best fits your needs for a seamless experience.

FAQs

Can I Install Windows Updates Manually?

Yes, you can install updates manually using methods like the Windows Update Assistant, Microsoft Update Catalog, or PowerShell, depending on your preference and technical comfort level.

How Long Does it Take to Install a Windows Update?

The time required to install a Windows update varies depending on your internet speed, system performance, and the size of the update. It typically takes anywhere from a few minutes to an hour.

What Should I Do if My Update Fails to Install?

If an update fails, restart your computer and try again. You can also run the Windows Update Troubleshooter from the Settings app to diagnose and fix issues automatically.

Disclaimer: The information outlined above for “How To Install Latest Windows Updates?” is applicable to all supported versions, including QuickBooks Desktop Pro, Premier, Accountant, and Enterprise. It is designed to work with operating systems such as Windows 7, 10, and 11, as well as macOS.