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How to download and install Windows 10 April 2018 Update
« on: April 30, 2018, 02:24:08 PM »
Microsoft recently announced Windows 10 April 2018 Update and the new version is launching later today, but as the rollout takes place in stages, not everyone will receive the newest version of Windows on day one. Windows 10 April 2018 Update release date is 30th April, but the broader rollout will begin on May 8.

Microsoft prefers the staged rollout so that it can focus on the collection of feedback and on the basis of the reported bugs the company plans the schedule for the broader rollout. It is also worth noting that Windows 10 April 2018 Update will be released on Monday to those users who prefer Upgrade Assistant or Windows Media Creation Tool. The approach also helps Microsoft fix bugs before the new feature release becomes available for everyone on May 8.

What is staged rollout?

Microsoft adopted this approach back in 2017 and as part of the strategy, the company ships the new version of Windows 10 to a limited set of systems and to those users who manually upgrade the devices. Microsoft addresses the compatibilities happening on some computers and finally rolls it out to more devices. In other words, the new staged rollout approach delivers smoother upgrade experience.

Needless to say, it’s also a bit frustrating for those who can’t wait for new feature update. You can however manually install Windows 10 April 2018 Update on your PC with Windows Insider program, Windows Media Creation Tool and Upgrade Assistant.

The Windows Insider program

The Windows Insider program is one of the easiest ways to install any new version of Windows 10. Here’s how to do that:

• Join the Windows Insider program from here.

• Go to Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Insider Program.

• Click Get Started and follow the simple prompts to complete setup.

• Make sure you’ve selected “Release Preview” under “What pace do you want to get new builds?”. Also select the “Just fixes, apps, and drivers” option under “What kind of content would you like to receive?”.

• Go to Settings > Update & Security and click “Check for updates”.

The Media Creation Tool

Microsoft announced Windows Media Creation Tool in 2015 at the time of Windows 10 launch. Windows Media Creation Tool is one of the best ways to upgrade the computers to the latest version of the operating system. You can also perform a clean installation of Windows 10 April 2018 Update with Media Creation Tool.

You can use the following steps to install the update:

• Download the Media Creation Tool from here.

• Follow the on-screen steps and select the Upgrade this PC now option, and choose to Keep Personal files and apps.

• Keep patience and the system will be upgraded in a couple of hours.

Upgrade Assistant

Microsoft offered Upgrade Assistant tool to Windows 8.1 and 7 users for installing the Windows 10 operating system, but the tool is still available and it works on any version of Windows 10.

• Make sure you’ve downloaded the Windows Media Creation Tool, and simply run the Windows10Upgrade.exe to upgrade the PC.

• Follow the on-screen instructions.

It’s worth noting that you may skip Microsoft’s compatibility checks if you follow the above methods.

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