While you can no longer install or update applications from the Windows 8 Store, you can continue using those already installed. However, since Windows 8 has been out of support since January 2016, we encourage you to update to Windows 8.1 for free.
If you’re running Windows 8.1 or Windows RT 8.1 and you get updates automatically, you don’t need to do anything; Windows Update will download and install the update for you within the next few weeks. It won’t interrupt what you’re doing except to tell you that you need to restart your PC to finish the installation.
However, since Windows 8 has been out of support since January 2016, we encourage you to up date to Windows 8.1 for free.
What is the Windows 8 1 1 OOBE update?
This update is for Windows 8.1 out-of-box experience (OOBE). This update lets you start an immediate free upgrade to Windows 10 during the Windows 8.1 OOBE process. This update applies only to the Windows 8.1 OOBE process. It is available only when the OOBE updates are installed.
Another thing we asked ourselves was what are the benefits of Windows 8 1 update?
Windows 8.1 Update and Windows RT 8.1 Update have some improvements that make you have better user experience. For example, the Windows search feature makes it is easier to find files and programs on your computer.
How do I update to Windows 8 1?
After you install Windows 8.1 or Windows RT 8.1, remember to turn your antivirus program back on. The Store is no longer open for Windows 8, so you’ll need to download Windows 8.1 as a free update. Go to the Windows 8.1 download page and select your Windows edition. Select Confirm and follow the remaining prompts to begin the download.
When was the last time Microsoft released Windows 8?
Microsoft released Microsoft Windows Vista and Office 2007 to the general public on January 30, 2007. Microsoft released Microsoft Windows Server 2008 to the public on February 27, 2008.
What is the release date of Windows 8 1?
Microsoft stated that Windows 8.1 would be released to the general public on October 17, 2013. However, after criticism, Microsoft reversed its decision and released the RTM build on MSDN and Tech. Net on September 9, 2013.
Prior to the release of Windows 8.1, Microsoft premiered a new television commercial in late-September 2013 that focused on its changes as part of the “Windows Everywhere” campaign.
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