Does Windows 10 Automatically Install Optional Updates?
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Windows will install any mandatory updates (including security updates and non-optional cumulative updates) automatically. If an optional quality update is available, you’ll see a message saying so below the “Check for Updates” button. Click “Download and Install” if you want to install it on your PC.

Should I install optional updates in Windows 10?

In general, you don’t need to install them. Most of the optional updates are there to make tweaks and improvements to Microsoft Apps, so are not necessary to install for the running of Windows. … In general, you don’t need to install them.

How do I install optional updates in Windows 10?

Install optional updates using Settings

  1. Open Settings on Windows 10.
  2. Click on Update & Security.
  3. Click on Windows Update.
  4. Click the View optional updates option (if available). …
  5. Expand the update category. …
  6. Check the optional update you want to download.
  7. Click the Download and install button.

20 окт. 2020 г.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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