Update Windows - how to stay up to date

Microsoft regularly provides Windows with updates. About the updates, in addition to the implementation and improvements of new features, security vulnerabilities or problems are fixed. Therefore, it is important that you always keep Windows up to date.

Checking Windows Update manually - how it works

Windows 10 usually informs you automatically as soon as a new update is available. However, you also have the option to manually check for updates. Follow these steps to do so:

1. Open the Windows 10 Start menu and click on the gear icon to access the System Preferences.
2. Select the category "Updates & Security" in the overview.
3. Click on "Windows Update" in the navigation on the left and then on the "Check for updates" button.

Windows will then search for updates. If a new update is available, it will be downloaded automatically and can then be installed. Depending on the update, you may have to restart the PC once to complete the installation.

Update failed - what you can do

From time to time, it can happen that an update does not run smoothly and you receive an error message. In such a case, a restart of the computer often provides relief. If the update still fails, you can try to clear the Windows cache. Also make sure that there is enough space on the hard disk. In addition to insufficient disk space, a corrupted system file can also be responsible for the problems. You can scan the most important files via the command prompt and repair them if necessary.