Check for system updates (Win 11)

This guide helps you check for system updates to ensure your Microsoft Windows 11 computer is up to date, enhancing performance and security. Regular updates can protect against vulnerabilities and improve system functionality, making this guide essential for maintaining an optimal computing experience.

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Microsoft

Click on the **Search** box (magnifying glass)

Click **Windows Update settings**

Click **Check for updates**

If there are any updates available, you will either be prompted to download and install them, or they will automatically install

If you want updates to be automatically downloaded and installed, click on the tab next to **Get the latest updates as soon as they're available**

Click **Close**