This article will demonstrate how to download and install the latest patches, fixes, and major version updates to Windows 10.
IMPORTANT: Before beginning, it may be prudent to save anything being worked on as this process may require a restart of the computer.
To begin the update process:
1. Press the Windows key and type update.
2. At the top of the search results, is an app called Check for updates. Select it to open the Windows Update window.
3. Windows should automatically begin checking for updates if it has not already found some to install.
a. If not, click the Check for updates button to begin the process.
4. Updates should begin downloading any updates it has found.
a. If prompted, click Install now.
b. Once complete, click Restart if applicable.
5. Windows will then restart to install updates.
a. If desired, repeat the above process to install further updates until no further updates are found.
IMPORTANT: If you see a red text message at the top of the Windows Update window that states that "updates are controlled by your administrator" please contact the ETO at [email protected] or 434-924-7086 as there is a known issue preventing the computer from receiving updates.