3 ways to update Windows 10 to the latest version 2024

Recently, Microsoft has released the latest update for Windows 10, bringing many new features and improvements to the operating system. Regularly updating Windows is very important to ensure security and optimal performance for your device. This article will guide you through 3 simple ways to update Windows 10 to the latest version.

What is the latest version of Windows 10?

The latest version of Windows 10 is the 2022 Update, version "22H2", released on October 18, 2022. Currently, Microsoft will release new major updates for Windows 10 annually, but there are not many features or changes in this version.

These major updates may take some time to reach your PC as Microsoft and PC manufacturers need to conduct extensive testing before rolling out the update widely.

This update is code-named "22H2" during development because it was released in the second half of 2022.

The Windows 10 2022 Update is such a minor update that Microsoft will not even disclose what's new in it. Microsoft says they are "delivering a limited range of new features" in this update. According to Bleeping Computer, one change known to users in this update is the option to view important notifications when Focus Assist (do not disturb mode) is on. There may also be some minor bug fixes and security improvements, as usual.

When Microsoft provides an update for your PC, it will install automatically. But Microsoft does not provide new Windows updates to all PCs at the same time. Instead, Microsoft rolls them out gradually over time, after both Microsoft and various PC manufacturers test to see if they cause problems with different hardware configurations. If your PC does not receive the update, it means Microsoft is not entirely confident it will work on your hardware.

However, you can bypass this and choose to install the update. Because you can always downgrade back to your current version of Windows 10 if you encounter any issues, assuming you choose to do so within 10 days after upgrading.

There are some risks here, but you are still installing a stable operating system update.

Why is keeping your PC updated a good idea?

You might want to stop updating Windows or click "Remind Me Later" when the software update notification appears to get back to work and do it later. This seems harmless, but delaying software updates can have regrettable consequences.

Programmers try their best to optimize software to prevent third-party intrusion. Hackers can find vulnerabilities in the program's source code and exploit them to steal user data.

Software updates find these vulnerabilities and fix them, making the program and the information you store on it safer.

Windows updates also help resolve bugs. These are mistakes in the program code that cause the program to malfunction and display error messages. Updating the program means you will experience optimal performance from your software.

Installing these updates can be tedious and sometimes inconvenient, but they will be beneficial in the long run.

1. How to update Windows 10 November 2021 using Update Assistant

This method may not be as convenient as checking Windows Update, but many users find it more stable and less prone to minor errors. It is especially possible to update to leapfrog versions.

To update Windows 10 November 2021 using Windows 10 Update Assistant, do the following:

Step 1: Access the Microsoft support page and click on Update Now, a save file window opens, select the folder to save the file (about 6MB).

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10

Step 2: Download and run the Windows10Upgrade9252.exe file.

Step 3: In the Windows 10 Update Assistant window that opens, click on Update Now.

Step 4: Windows 10 Update Assistant will check if your machine is compatible with the update. If all conditions are met, you will see 3 green checkmarks, press Next to continue.

Step 5: The update assistant will download the necessary files for the update process to your computer. Depending on the speed of your network, this step may be quick or slow. My machine took almost 1 hour.

Step 6: The assistant proceeds to update the computer to Windows 10 November 2021 Update. This step will slowly progress to about 80% then start to slow down like a snail, taking about 2 hours to complete.

Step 7: Restart the computer and wait for it to configure the new update, about 1 more hour.

During the process, for the first 6 steps, you can still work on the computer as usual. When step 6 ends, the computer will need to restart to configure the update, during which time you will only see a blue screen displaying the percentage and cannot do anything. You can restart immediately or schedule to restart later. Restarting the computer completes the update.

Since it's just an update, all your data, applications, and most of your settings will remain unchanged as before.

2. How to update Windows 10 using Media Creation Tool

If your device is compatible with the new feature update but encounters problems with Windows Update, you can use the Media Creation Tool to install the latest Windows 10 update on your computer.

To install the new version of Windows 10 using the Media Creation Tool, follow the steps below:

• Open the Microsoft support website, link in section 1.
• Click on the Download tool now button.
• Double-click the MediaCreationTool20H2.exe file to run the support tool.
• Accept the terms of use, press Accept.

Here you press Upgrade this PC now to update the current computer or select Create installation media (USB flash drive, DVD, or ISO file) for another PC to create a USB boot or download the Windows 10 ISO file to install on another computer. Then press Next.

Next, the tool will download the Windows 10 update file to your machine and proceed with the update. Follow the on-screen instructions.

The Media Creation Tool will proceed to install Windows 10 version 2004 on your desktop, laptop, or tablet without losing your personal files, settings, and applications.

3. How to download the Windows 10 update using Windows Update

The safest way to receive the November 2021 update is to wait until you receive an update notification on your device. However, you may wait a while and still not receive the update. Therefore, if you want to receive the update quickly, users can force their computer to update using Windows Update when the update is available.

To update to Windows 10 November 2021 using Windows Update, follow these steps:

Step 1. Open Settings.

Step 2. Click on Update & Security.

Step 3. Click on Windows Update.

Step 4. Click on the Check for updates button.

Step 5. Click on the Download and install now button in the Feature Update to Windows 10 section.

Step 6. Click on the Restart Now button after downloading the update to the device.

After completing the steps above, the new version will be downloaded and installed automatically, similar to installing a quality update, only the update time is longer.

If you use Windows Update and your device does not see the update, it may be because Microsoft blocks it because the new version is still not compatible with your hardware or software configuration.

If the above methods are not effective, you can use the Media Creation Tool to create a USB boot drive, perform a new installation of Windows 10 with the latest features and changes.

Note: New updates released may contain many bugs. If you are not in a hurry, for some reason, we recommend waiting until Windows Update automatically provides this update for your computer. This will ensure that the update runs as smoothly as possible on your device.