Devices updated to latest version automatically

Jan 23, 2022 10:37 GMT  ·  By

Microsoft has started the automatic update of devices running old Windows 10 versions to the latest release, as the company wants to make sure all these computers continue to get security patches.

This time, the targeted devices are those running Windows 10 version 20H2, with the software giant explaining in a post on the Windows Health dashboard that the update to version 21H2 is now offered automatically.

The whole thing happens specifically because Windows 10 version 20H2 is approaching the end of support. The deadline is May 2022, at which point devices still running this old version of Windows 10 will no longer be provided with any security updates and fixes.

“We also started the first phase in our rollout for machine learning (ML) training, targeting devices on Windows 10, version 20H2 that are approaching end of servicing to update automatically to Windows 10, version 21H2. We will continue to train our machine learning model through all phases to intelligently rollout new versions of Windows 10, and deliver a smooth update experience,” the company explains in a post.

Windows 10 supported until 2025

At the same time, Microsoft says that computers running Windows 10 version 2004 and newer can also update to Windows 10 version 21H2 manually by simply checking for updates.

In other words, if you don’t want to wait for Microsoft to force-update your device, just head over to Windows Update to get the new version on your PC.

“Windows 10, version 21H2 is available for users with select devices running Windows 10, versions 2004 and higher who manually seek to “Check for updates” via Windows Update. Devices currently on Windows 10, version 2004 or newer will have a fast installation experience because the update will install like a monthly update,” the company says.

Windows 10 will continue to be supported until October 2025.