If you don't want to wait, you can start the manual installation process without depending on Microsoft to send you a notification. You should note that the new Windows 10 versions often come plagued with compatibility issues. The official rollout of Windows 10 20H2 may take a little time to finish. Steps to download and install October 2020 Update If you want to skip the loops (not recommended), you can download ISO files and do a manual installation of the latest Windows 10 version 20H2. 'Additionally, some devices might have a compatibility issue for which a safeguard hold is in place, so we will not offer the update until we are confident that you will have a good update experience,' the company added.

The rollout is 'a measured seeker-based' approach, which means the Windows maker is throttling availability over the coming weeks to ensure a reliable download experience. The above method, however, won't work for everyone. Microsoft said that Windows 10 October 2020 Update is initially only available for users of select devices running Windows 10 version 1903 or later. Who is this update available for right now

Those who are currently running Windows 10 version 2004 (the May 2020 Update) will have a much smoother and faster experience since for them the new feature update will install like a monthly update, similar to version 1909 from last year. When downloaded, Microsoft will notify you to pick the right time to finish the installation and reboot your device.

Once the update appears, click on Download and install now.Select Check for updates to see if the latest version is available for your PC.Head over to Settings > Update & Security, click on Windows Update.To install Windows 10 October 2020 Update, you can follow these few simple steps: With this update, Microsoft has focused on performance improvements, feature updates, and the stability of the operating system, along with some small visual changes. After over a year of Insider testing of Windows 10 version 20H2, Microsoft is now offering the October 2020 Update to some of the users seeking it (or via the ISO files). Windows 10 October 2020 Update is now live for the public.

Download windows update assistant