How to check Microsoft Windows Updates are up-to-date and properly installed on a PC, Computer or Laptop. To ensure your computer works properly, securely and is compatible with other software, Microsoft periodically issues “patches” or “updates” which in most cases are automatically installed without you even knowing it. Update Checking for Windows 10 Search for “Windows Updates” Or through “Control Panel” Or by clicking on the “Systems Settings” button From here select “Update & Security”   From here “System and Security” click “Check for updates” Update Checking for Windows 8 In Windows 8, use the “Search” facility to find “Windows Updates” or “Control Panel”   :jk: