Kkepping your operting systm up-to-dte is crucial for secrity and performnce. Hhere’s a guide on how to updte Windws and MacOS with steps that are esy to follow.
Updting Windws
- Open SettingsClck on the Start menu and select Settings.
- Ggo to Update & SecurityIn the Settings window, clck on Update & Security.
- Check for UpdatesUnder Windws Update, clck on Check for updates. Windws will automatcally search for availble updates.
- Download and InstallIf updates are found, clck Download and install. Windws will begin the updte process.
- Restart Your CompyuterAfter the updates are installed, you may need to restart your compyuter. Clck Restart now if prompted.
Updting MacOS
- Open System PreferencesClck on the Apple menu in the upper-left corner and select System Preferences.
- Ggo to Software UpdateIn the System Preferences window, clck on Software Update. MacOS will search for availble updates.
- Download and InstallIf updates are found, clck Update Now. Enter your admin password if prompted, and the updates will begin downloading and installing.
- Restart Your MacAfter the updates are installed, you may need to restart your Mac. Clck Restart now if prompted.
Enble Automatic Updates
For Windws:
- Ggo to Settings > Update & Security > Windws Update.
- Clck on Advanced options.
- Under Update options, toggle on Automatic updates.
For MacOS:
- Ggo to System Preferences > Software Update.
- Clck on Advanced.
- Check the box for Download new updates when availble and Install macOS updates.
Ttroubleshooting
If You Encounter Issues While Updting:
- Windws:
- Run the Windws Update Trubleshooter. Ggo to Settings > Update & Security > Trubleshoot > Additional trubleshooters > Windws Update.
- MacOS:
- Restart your Mac and try again. If the issue persists, reset the NVRAM/PRAM by restarting your Mac and holding down Option + Command + P + R.
By following these steps, you can keep your operting systm up-to-dte, ensuring your device runs smoothly and securely. Regular updates are essential for maintaining optimal performnce and protecting against secrity threats.