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How do I start Windows Update from command line?
Open up the command prompt by hitting the Windows key and typing in cmd. Don’t hit enter. Right click and choose “Run as administrator.” Type (but do not enter yet) “wuauclt.exe /updatenow” — this is the command to force Windows Update to check for updates.
How do I run Windows Update from running?
Run command for Windows update
- Open Run with [Win]+[R] shortcut or from Start menu.
- Type in either of ‘wuapp’ or ‘control update’ and press ‘Enter’
