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The Windows 7 and 8.1 Patch Tuesday updates for January 2023 are live
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Even though the main focus right now is on Windows 11, the majority of Windows users still don’t feel like abandoning its predecessor (Windows 10).
That being said, be sure to check out the latest versions of Windows 10, which is 22H2, and also Windows 11, which has also reachedversion 22H2.
And, as you surely know by now, the Redmond-based tech colossus also releases security updates for some of the obsolete operating systems, during Patch Tuesday.
That means that not only Windows 10 and 11 users will receive updates during this time. We’re also looking at Windows 7, Windows 8, and various Server versions as well.
We’ve already presented the98 new updatesthat became available, along with the officialdownload links, so all that remains is going a bit more in-depth.
Without any further ado, let’s take a closer look at what Windows 7 and Windows 8 users were given to work with on the January 2023 Patch Tuesday.
What’s new in the January 2023 Patch Tuesday?
The Redmond-based tech colossus has just released Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 8.1, in the form ofKB5022352, and Windows 7, in the form ofKB5022339.
Keep in mind that they each come with a whole host of improvements and known issues with some pretty neat workarounds.
Also, remember that Microsoft, as of yesterday,terminated all ESU for both Windows 8.1andWindows 7operating systems.
Windows 7
KB5022339
[DIRECT DOWNLOAD LINK]
Windows 8.1
KB5022352
[DIRECT DOWNLOAD LINK]
These older, now obsolete versions of the Windows operating system are no longer safe for use, and it is highly recommended you upgrade to a supported version.
And, since the time has come to say goodbye, it is about time you figure out thenext steps you will need to take.
Have you encountered any issues after downloading and installing these new security updates for Windows 7 and 8.1?
Share your experience with us in the dedicated comments section located below.
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Alexandru Poloboc
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With an overpowering desire to always get to the bottom of things and uncover the truth, Alex spent most of his time working as a news reporter, anchor, as well as TV and radio entertainment show host.
A certified gadget freak, he always feels the need to surround himself with next-generation electronics.
When he is not working, he splits his free time between making music, gaming, playing football, basketball and taking his dogs on adventures.
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With a desire to always get to the bottom of things and uncover the truth, Alex spent most of his time working as a news reporter.
