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How to download and install Windows 10 October Update
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Well, folks, we have a very good piece of news for you: theWindows 10 October 2018 Updateis finally available fordownload. You can nowtest the new featuresand improvements and tell us if Microsoft did a good job with this OS version. We just downloaded thisOSand we’re currently testing it.
So, if you want to install it on your computer as well, you’ve come to the right place.In this guide, we’re going to show how you candownloadand installWindows 10version 1809 on your PC.
Note: Microsoft will be gradually rolling out theupdate. As a result, not all of you will be able todownloadit at the same time. If theupdateis not available in your region, just have a little patience and check forupdateslater.
How to download the Windows 10 October Update
You can upgrade to the October 2018 Update automatically usingWindows Update. You can also install the new OS version manually.
As always, before you upgrade your computer, check theWindows 10October Update system requirements. Hit the update button only if your computer meets all of them. Otherwise, you may encountervarious technical issues.
Windows 10 October Update system requirements
It’s always better to go beyond the minimum system requirements in order to enjoy the full advantage of the newestWindows 10features.
Install Windows 10 version 1809 through Windows Update
The quickest and safest way todownloadtheWindows 10October Update is throughWindows Update. If you’re not a power-user, this is the best method for you.
All you need to do is navigate to Settings > Update & security >Windows Updateand check forupdates.
If your computer doesn’t detect anyupdates, this means that the newOSis not available for your machine yet. Wait a few days for Microsoft to deploy theOSto your region.
If theWindows 10version 1809 is available, start thedownloadprocess by following the on-screen instructions. It’s as simple as that.
Now, if theupdateis not available but you don’t want to wait until the Redmond giant finishes deploying it to your region, you can manually download the corresponding ISO file.
How to manually install Windows 10 October Update
The installation files of theupdateare available on Microsoft’s official website under theMedia Creation toolsection. You can use it to eitherdownload the ISO fileand mount it on a USB drive or create the installation media on the spot.
Although the whole process sounds complicated, it really is not. There is a detailed step-by-step guide on the official Microsoft webpage taking through absolutely all the steps you need to follow.
Well, this is how you can install the October UpdateOSon your machine. As always, it’s best to wait for a few days before before getting the latestWindows 10version. Should theOSbe affected by severe issues that went under the radar during the test phase, Microsoft will have enough time to fix by the time you install it.
Have your say: Are you going to install theupdateas soon as it’s available or you prefer to wait? Hit the comment section below.
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Madalina Dinita
Networking & Security Specialist
Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer.
She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies – AI and DNA computing in particular.
Prior to joining the WindowsReport team, she worked in the corporate world for a number of years.
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Madalina is a Windows fan since forever, especially interested in AI, emerging technologies, privacy, and security.
