How To: Turn Windows 8 Automatic Updates on or off



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Posted Date: 2016-07-04

 

Last Updated: 2016-07-04

 

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How To: Turn Windows 8 Automatic Updates on or off

Question

How can I enable or disable Windows Update to check automatically?

Answer

To enable or disable Windows Automatic Updates folr your Windows 8 operating system, perform the following:

  1. At the Start Screen type "Windows Updates".
  2. Under the "Settings" returns, select "Turn automatic updating on or off".
  3. Under "Important Updates" choose "Install updates automatically" from the drop-down menu.
  4. Select a time for the updates to be installed.
  5. Choose if you wish to receive optional updates as well and who can install them.
  6. Select "OK" and you will start receiving Windows Updates automatically.
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