Windows 8.1 update - where to find it?

In this practical tip, we show you where to find the update to Windows 8.1 and how to install it.

General information about the update to Windows 8.1

Microsoft offers the update to Windows 8.1 for all versions of Windows 8. The versions Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro receive the update from the Microsoft Store, with Windows 8 Enterprise a new installation must be carried out to receive the update. For this practical tip, we will show you the update from Windows 8 Pro.

Update to Windows 8.1 - how it works

Perform the following steps to update to Windows 8.1:

• Start the Microsoft Store.
• Click on "Free update to Windows 8.1" and confirm the download in the next window. You can continue to work with Windows normally during the download.
• After the installation is complete, the update is prepared and the compatibility is checked. After a restart you will get to the setup wizard.
• After adjusting the settings, you must confirm the update by entering your Windows password.
• The update is successfully completed when the new Windows start menu is started.

Another practical tip will show you how to properly close apps under Windows 8.1.

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Start Windows Store.

Select Windows 8.1 Update.

Confirm download.

Downloading the update.