Critical Windows Updates

 

Task:

 

I want to download and install any critical Windows updates that are needed.

 

How to do it:

1. Save your work and close any open applications.
   
   
2. Visit: Microsoft Windows Update.
   
   Note: You can also select Tools > Windows Update from the
   Internet Explorer menu at the top.
   
   
3. Click the "Scan for Updates" link to scan your computer.
   
   
   
   
4. Review the scan results. If "Critical Updates and Service Packs" is greater than zero, then then you need to make updates to your computer immediately.
   
   Note: If this value is zero, then your computer is successfully patched (for now) and you can leave this exercise.
   
   
   
   
5. Click the Critical Updates link. You will be prompted to select one or more updates for your computer. Choose the updates and click the "Review and Install Updates" link at the top of the screen.
   
   
6. You will reach a final confirmation screen. Click the "Install Now" button.
   
   
   
   
7. The updates will begin to install on your computer.
   
   
8. Once complete, restart your machine.

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