Operational systems are imperfect, in many experts find vulnerabilities every month. While the period of using any version of the OS is about two years. To close security holes, developers produce update packages on average every 6 weeks. They must be installed on their own computer so that it worked correctly and was securely protected. In addition to system files, drivers and user-defined program are also needed in periodic updates.
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The XP version is no longer supported by the developers, so it is recommended to replace it with a more relevant operating system. Update Windows 7, 8 and 8.1, the built-in "Windows Update Center" will help you. To do this, open the Start menu and select the Control Panel section.
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Next, select the "System and Security" group. Find the category "Windows Update Center" category and go inside.
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To call this partition in Windows 8, lay the cursor to the upper right corner of the desktop. When a floating panel appears with settings, select the "Computer Information" section. In it, you will see a link to the update Center, click it.
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Inside section, there is information about the latest update checks and their installation. In the same place, if necessary, you can configure the parameters for subsequent updates.
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Before installing, finding the necessary updates. To do this, click the "Update Check" button. You can automate this process in the same section by turning into the category "Setting parameters". With regular checking and good velocity of Internet connection, file search for update takes about 5 minutes.
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If an error occurs when searching, use the Microsoft utility, which is called " Microsoft Fixit.". Download it on the official developer website. To do this, press the "Run Now" key.
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When the program is downloaded, start it with a double mouse left key. Scan and search for damaged files. As soon as the "Microsoft Fixit" finds out the cause of the problem, it will eliminate the malfunction and inform about it. Then re-run the search for updates.
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After graduating from the search, the system will offer you to produce an update. Press the corresponding key, then the updates will start downloading to your computer. After that, it will automatically restart and sets new system files.
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Through the Windows Update Center, you can also update other Microsoft programs, such as "Microsoft Office". To do this, click on the "Additional Information" link.
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As a result, Internet Explorer will open the Microsoft Update page. Confirm that we accept the conditions for granting the update by putting a tick, and click "Next".
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To allow the installation of current drivers when upgrading the system, go through the "Control Panel" to the "Equipment and Sound" section and select the category "Devices and Printers".
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In this section, you will see the icon with the name of your PC, hover over it and press the right mouse button. In the drop-down list, click "Device Settings".
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After that, check the option "Always install the most appropriate drivers" appeared and press the Save key.
The periodic update of the Windows OS allows you to maintain the system up to date, use new features and work on a computer as much as possible. In addition to increasing the efficiency of PC use, updates improve Windows protection and help prevent unauthorized access to your data.
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