In addition to performing regular security checks, it is also important to keep compliant with the current trend of keeping almost every device’s software and application up to date. This also applies to the Windows 11 operating System. Updates may include new possible options, improve the existing performance, or install critical security fixes. In this article, we will describe how to check for updates in Windows 11, so that you will always have the latest updates available.

How to Check for and Install Windows Updates?

This is a step-by-step illustration of how to check for Windows 11 updates on the operating system. Follow the below steps:-

Step 1: On your desktop, click on the "Windows icon" on your screen press "Windows key" on your keyboard, or just click on the "Search bar". This will allow you to go to various functionalities present on your PC or laptop.

Step 2: Search for "Settings" and click on Open or you can double-click on the settings to open it or press "Windows+ I" on your keyboard to directly go to Settings.

Step 3: Settings page will open as shown in the figure, on the left panel click on "Windows Update", where you can find the updates that are required.

Step 4: After clicking on Windows Update, you will see a blue button on the right side of the screen with the title "Click for updates", click on that and you can see what apps need to be updated. Just click on update and it will start getting updated and a newer version will get installed in your system. The update time depends on the size of the application, make sure your device has a stable internet connection.

Follow these steps to get your system up to date, in some cases you will be required to reboot/restart your computer/laptop, so just restart it and get the latest version of Windows 11 installed in your system.

Conclusion

It is important to update regularly the check updates in Windows 11 as it will help preserve the state and security of the users in their systems. Updating your device using the above simple steps will keep you updated about the new versions of the software on your device. To attain the best and the safest experience in Windows 11, make it a point to look for updates at intervals regularly.