How to Check Windows Update History on Windows 10

Checking the Windows Update history on Windows 10 can help you keep track of all the updates installed on your system, including important security patches and feature updates. Here’s how you can view your update history:

Introduction:
Windows 10 regularly receives updates to enhance security, improve performance, and introduce new features. Keeping track of these updates is crucial for troubleshooting issues and ensuring your system is up-to-date. The Windows Update history provides a detailed log of all installed updates. Below, we'll guide you through the steps to check your Windows Update history.

Steps to Check Windows Update History:
Step 01: Open Settings
Click on the Start menu button in the bottom-left corner of your screen and select the gear icon to open the Settings app.

Step 02: Access Update & Security
In the Settings window, click on the "Update & Security" category.

Step 03: Navigate to Windows Update
On the left-hand side of the Update & Security settings page, select "Windows Update."

Step 04: View Update History
In the Windows Update section, click on the "View update history" link. This will open a page displaying a list of all the updates that have been installed on your system.

Step 05: Review Update Details
On the View update history page, you can see different categories of updates such as:

Quality Updates: Regular updates including security patches and bug fixes.
Driver Updates: Updates for device drivers.
Definition Updates: Updates for Windows Defender Antivirus.
Other Updates: Various other updates and fixes.
Step 06: Check Specific Update Details
To view more details about a specific update, click on it. This will open a detailed description including the date of installation and a link to the Microsoft support page with more information about the update.

Additional Information:
Uninstall Updates: If you encounter issues after a specific update, you can uninstall it by clicking on the "Uninstall updates" link at the top of the View update history page. This will take you to the Control Panel where you can select and uninstall problematic updates.

Pause Updates: If you wish to temporarily stop updates, you can do so from the Windows Update settings page by clicking on "Pause updates for 7 days" or adjusting the advanced settings for a longer pause period.

Troubleshoot Updates: If you are having trouble with Windows Update, use the built-in troubleshooter by clicking on "Troubleshoot" in the Update & Security settings and selecting "Windows Update."

By following these steps, you can easily check your Windows Update history on Windows 10, ensuring your system is up-to-date and functioning correctly.


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