How To Update Windows Without Windows Update

via Microsoft or third-party apps

Windows updates should be installed directly from the Windows Update utility built into the operating system. But what if it doesn’t work? IfWindows won’t updateor you can’t see some Windows updates that you know should be there, there are some alternative ways to install them.

The first method to update Windows that we’ll look at involves third-party programs. Although they’re not created by Microsoft, they still provide all the correct updates directly from the company, so there’s no worry that they won’t work or that they’re malicious. These Windows Update tools are programs you open on your computer that scan for any missing updates and then provide a super easy way to install them.

Another way to install Windows updates without the official Windows Update tool or a third-party one, is by searching through Microsoft’s site. They have a search tool built specifically for finding updates.

This technique isn’t as smooth because you need to know which updates you’re missing to know which ones to download, but it still works and guarantees genuine updates.

Updates from Windows fix security holes, improve performance, and add features. It’s always best to get all the updates you can so that your computer is the best it can possibly be, at least in terms of Windows-related patches and updates.

How To Update Windows With a Third-Party Program

OUTDATEfighter is a program that specializes inkeeping software up to date. It scans your computer for any outdated programs and provides an easy way to update them to the latest versions.

What’s unique about this particular software updater is that it even includes a Windows Update utility to make updating Windows just as easy as updating your other programs.

Here’s what to do:

Another third-party Windows Update tool you can use to update Windows is called Windows Update MiniTool. This one has a few more options than what you’ll find in OUTDATEfighter, but you don’t have to use them. Finding updates and applying them is still really easy and straightforward.

How To Download Windows Updates From Microsoft’s Website

Microsoft provides an alternate Windows Update utility as well, but it’s not as easy to use. Instead of scanning your computer for any necessary updates, you can browse Microsoft Update Catalog to manually download Windows updates.

Microsoft Update Catalog includes driver updates, hotfixes, and software updates. To use it, just search for the update you need and then download and install it yourself.

If you need to install several Windows updates at once, using the update catalog is not a good idea. As you can tell, each file has to be downloaded individually and then installed manually.

The two third-party Windows Update tools at the top of this page are far better at bulk downloads/updates and ensure that you’re getting all the necessary updates every time you update Windows.

Founder of Help Desk Geek and managing editor. He began blogging in 2007 and quit his job in 2010 to blog full-time. He has over 15 years of industry experience in IT and holds several technical certifications.Read Aseem’s Full Bio

Welcome to Help Desk Geek- a blog full of tech tips from trusted tech experts. We have thousands of articles and guides to help you troubleshoot any issue. Our articles have been read over 150 million times since we launched in 2008.

HomeAbout UsEditorial StandardsContact UsTerms of Use

Copyright © 2008-2024 Help Desk Geek.com, LLC All Rights Reserved