Windows Update Viewer is a user-friendly application that allows you to easily manage and view all of your Windows updates in one convenient place. With a simple and intuitive interface, you can quickly see which updates are available, check their status, and choose when to install them. Stay on top of your system's security and performance with Windows Update Viewer.
Easily view the history of all Windows updates installed on your system, including installation dates and status.
Quickly check for available Windows updates and easily download and install them with just a few clicks.
Customize your Windows update settings, including automatic update schedules and notification preferences.
Effortlessly uninstall specific Windows updates that may be causing issues or conflicts on your system.
Get detailed information about each Windows update, including KB number, size, and release notes.
Backup your Windows updates before making changes and easily restore them if needed in the future.
Update: 11 Feb 2025
Microsoft has updated the Start menu, adding a new account manager for managing subscriptions like Office 365. Initially, the sign-out option was harder to find, but user feedback led to its easier access. Other updates include improved file sharing, media controls, and enhanced battery management.
Microsoft briefly published a support document on "hotpatching," a feature to reduce reboots after updates by patching in-memory code. Users may still need reboots for every third update. A new vulnerability in the Downdate tool could expose systems to old threats. Microsoft is addressing these issues.
Windows updates can disrupt workflows due to inconvenient timing and lengthy installations. Users can regain control by setting personalized update schedules, pausing updates for up to 5 weeks, and deferring updates through Group Policy settings. Microsoft releases monthly security updates on Patch Tuesday.
A recent Windows update from Microsoft has disrupted dual-boot systems with Linux, causing error messages related to Secure Boot. Affected distributions include Ubuntu and Debian. Users are advised to disable Secure Boot as a workaround. The update aimed to fix a vulnerability but was not intended for dual-boot setups.
Recent Windows updates on August 13 have caused booting issues for Linux distributions like Ubuntu 24.04 LTS. The updates, introducing Secure Boot Advanced Targeting (SBAT), block outdated boot loaders. Affected distributors need to update installation media, or users can disable Secure Boot cautiously.
A vulnerability in the Windows Update mechanism could allow attackers to downgrade systems, exposing them to historical threats. SafeBreach Labs' Alon Leviev discovered the flaw, which can disable security features. Microsoft is addressing the issue with a patching process called "Downdate."
Windows users are advised to install system updates before the July 4 deadline to mitigate potential cyber threats. Keeping systems current is crucial for enhanced security and protection against emerging vulnerabilities.
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