

And because the installation process completes automatically, there’s no risk of forgetting. By default, patches and updates are downloaded and installed automatically so you don’t have to remember to carry out checks yourself. The Windows Update mechanism has been designed specifically to help solve this problem. But many people simply forget to check for these updates regularly, so it may be weeks or months before their PC is patched. To further reduce the risk of your computer being compromised, it is important that patches are installed as soon as possible after they are released. Windows 10 now automatically checks for patches that will close security loopholes and repair the bugs used by hackers to gain control of your computer. The Windows Update mechanism has become an important tool in the fight against malware and cybercriminals.
