Windows Update and Help Topic

From time to time Microsoft puts out important software notices and updates and we will issue a message to our clients to make sure they are either up today or that they ask their IT company to check. In most cases if you leave your computer on over night Microsoft will push those updates to you automatically. But if you are still old-school and do them manually you can use the following steps to do a windows update and to check your computers.

Other interesting dates that should be knows is that in Dec 2019, windows7 will be end of life and all computers running Windows7 or older should be updated to the latest Microsoft recommended operating system or  may risk serious issues including crytolockers, ransomware or identity theft issues. It really is important to keep your computer up to date with the most current security patches in place. Please use the following steps to make sure you are up to date. And for other windows support issues you can visit their site here: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us

1. 1. Windows 10 offers you the choice of when and how to get the latest updates to keep your device running smoothly and securely.

      To manage your options and see available updates, select Check for Windows updates.

   Or select Start > Settings> Security> Windows Update ,

   2.          Here’s some other info you might be looking for:

   • If you get an error when trying to update, Fix Windows Update issues.
   • If you’re trying to activate Windows 10, Activation in Windows 10for more info.
   • If you’re having trouble installing updates:Troubleshoot problems updating Windows 10
   • For answers to frequently asked questions, see Windows Update: FAQ.
   • To get the latest major update of Windows 10, Get the Windows 10 May 2019 Update.