Learn how to check for the latest Windows Updates and install them to keep your device running smoothly and securely.
Updates for Windows 11, version 24H2 Windows 11 is a service, which means it gets better through periodic feature updates. We take a phased and measured approach to rolling out every feature update. That means you’ll receive Windows 11, version 24H2 when data shows that your device is ready and that you will have a great update experience.
Learn how to get the latest Windows updates. Find answers to FAQ about updating Windows to keep your PC up to date.
Check for Windows updates Turn on the toggle Get the latest updates as soon as they're available. Note: Whether you set the toggle to Off or On, you'll still get the regular security updates as usual. The toggle determines how quickly you get the additional non-security updates, fixes, feature updates, and improvements.
The Windows Security app now shows whether your device has received these updates, what your current status is, and whether any action is needed. Learn more about automatic Secure Boot certificate updates on Windows devices for home users, businesses, and schools with Microsoft-managed updates.
Summary Windows updates provide the latest features and security improvements to help keep your PC more current and more secure. Before the installation process starts, Windows checks to make sure there’s enough storage space on your device for the installation process and for these new features and security improvements. If there isn’t enough space, you’ll be prompted to free up storage.
This article has guidance for: Organizations (enterprise, small business, and education) with IT-managed Windows devices and updates. Note: If you are an individual who owns a personal Windows device, please go to the article Windows devices for home users, businesses, and schools with Microsoft-managed updates.
Learn how to troubleshoot problems updating Windows. Find answers to common questions and issues installing Windows updates.
This cumulative update for Windows 11, version 25H2 and 24H2 (KB5083769), includes the latest security fixes and improvements, along with non-security updates from last month’s optional preview release. To learn more about differences between security updates, optional non-security preview updates, out-of-band (OOB) updates, and continuous innovation, see Windows monthly updates explained ...
This cumulative update for Windows 11, version 25H2 and 24H2 (KB5068861), includes the latest security fixes and improvements, along with non-security updates from last month’s optional preview release.
This out-of-band update for Windows 11, version 25H2 and 24H2 (KB5084897) incudes fixes and improvements. To learn more about differences between security updates, optional non-security preview updates, out-of-band (OOB) updates, and continuous innovation, see Windows monthly updates explained. For information on Windows update terminology, see the different types of Windows software updates ...