What Is the Windows Update Cleanup?
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Description. Windows Update Cleanup. Windows keeps copies of all installed updates from Windows Update, even after installing newer versions of updates that are no longer needed and taking up space. (You might need to restart your computer.)

Is it OK to delete Windows Update Cleanup?

Windows Update Cleanup: When you install updates from Windows Update, Windows keeps older versions of the system files around. This allows you to uninstall the updates later. … This is safe to delete as long as your computer is working properly and you don’t plan on uninstalling any updates.

How do I get rid of Windows Update Cleanup?

How to Delete Old Windows Update Files

  1. Open the Start menu, type Control Panel, and press Enter.
  2. Go to Administrative Tools.
  3. Double-click on Disk Cleanup.
  4. Select Clean up system files.
  5. Mark the checkbox next to Windows Update Cleanup.
  6. If available, you can also mark the checkbox next to Previous Windows installations. …
  7. Click OK.

11 дек. 2019 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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