Thanks to this tutorial we will learn to update Windows 10 without having to resort to the Windows Update tool. This guide responds to the need of many users to look for an alternative to the Automatic Updates of the latest version of the operating system Microsoft, since in many cases unwanted system errors occur that do not allow the download of the latest updates of Windows 10. In this case, we will even learn to reinstall windows 10 to its latest version, preserving all our files, programs and applications. Next, how to update Windows 10 without using Windows Update.
How to update Windows 10 without Windows Update
This is a completely official Microsoft method that does nothing more than install Windows 10 again over our current version, as we say, already updated to its most recent version. Yes, before starting, we must meet the following conditions:
- You have an officially licensed version of Windows 10
- Have administrator permissions on the PC to be updated
- Disconnect all peripherals except the mouse, keyboard and router
- Temporarily disable installed third-party antivirus
To all this we must add the peculiarity that the installation process is quite long, so we will have to wait for some time of the day when we know we can dedicate a good amount of time to this installation process. Windows 10 upgrade/reinstall.
Download the Windows 10 Media Creation Tool
The first thing we have to do is go to the official website download Windows 10 dedicated to the media creation tool of said operating system. Now we must press the blue button Download the tool now, located in the lower area of the screen. When we accept, the creation tool will be downloaded. Windows 10 on our computer.
When the app has been downloaded MediaCreationToolXXXX.exe (the Xs correspond to the current version of Windows 10), click on it to run it. Windows will ask us administrator permission to run the tool; accept in the corresponding window.
Once you have accepted, the tool license terms. Press Accept to continue with the installation. Now a new window will appear with the title What would you like to do? Click on the first option: Upgrade this device now. Now press the button Following.
Now we will enter the Windows 10 download window, where the latest version of the Microsoft operating system will be downloaded, with its latest update available at that time. A progress sign will appear; we must wait for it to arrive 100%, something that can take a long time depending on our internet connection.
When the process reaches 100% a new window will appear where we must accept the license terms, in this case, belonging to Windows 10 downloaded with its latest updates already applied. Click on the button Accept to continue with the installation.
Now we will reach a screen where the latest Windows 10 updates will be obtained, and then go to the screen Ready for install. Here we will be informed of:
- Install Windows 10 Home (or the official version you have)
- Keep personal files and applications
If we want to continue with both features, we must ensure that both appear with the check. If these preselected options do not appear, click Change the elements, option located below the previous ones. Now you can choose between:
- Keep personal files and applications
- Keep only personal files
- Nothing
Choose the desired option and click on Following; Finally, click on Install to proceed with the installation of Windows 10 with its latest updates on your current version of Windows 10. If you have chosen to keep personal files and applications, only the latest updated version of Windows 10 will be installed keeping all your files and programs, although in this case the process will take a little longer to complete.
