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Windows 10 January Patch Tuesday [DIRECT DOWNLOAD LINKS]

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Published onJanuary 12, 2021

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2021 is here, and with it, the promise of new features and improvements come toWindows 10as an OS.

The first steps in that direction is the currentJanuary Patch Tuesday updates, as they are the first round of major updates of the year.

Nothing much has changed in terms of update delivery, or at least Microsoft didn’t announce anything regarding the matter, so the January Patch Tuesday updates have arrived according to schedule.

Because there are many versions of Windows 10, both newer and older, still in use, each individual cumulative update is a bit different from the rest.

That is precisely why we compiled this dedicated article where will we will be providing you with a changelog for all cumulative updates that will be arriving this month.

As a bonus, we will also provide you with direct downlaod links towards each cumulative update, straight from the Windows Update Catalog!

Changes included in the January Patch Tuesday Updates

Changes included in the January Patch Tuesday Updates

Windows 10, version 20H2

As of the writing of this article, Windows 10 v20H2 is the latest major version of Windows 10, and as such has the most experimental features on it.

Fortunately, most bugs that were first present when it was first made available have been weeded out, and this version of Windows 10 is far more stable.

That being said, you should upgrade to this version as soon as possible if your hardware allows it (the system requirements are the same as with Windows 10 v2004).

If you haven’t updated to Windows 10 v20H2, know that it is easiest to update if you already have Windows 10 v2004. Check outthis in-depth guide on how to get Windows 10 v20H2as fast as possible.

Cumulative update name:

Improvements and fixes:

Known Issues:

Windows 10, version 2004

Windows 10 v2004 shares the same core system as Windows 10 v20H2, so all updates, fixes and improvements applied to one is the same with the other.

Cumulative update name:

KB4598242

Improvements and fixes:

Known Issues:

Windows 10, version 1909

Windows 10 v1909 shares a core structure, core operating system, and an identical set of system files with Windows 10 v1903.

Because of this, all cumulative updates that apply to one version are available to the other as well.

Cumulative update name:

Improvements and fixes:

Known Issues:

Windows 10, version 1903

Windows 10 v1903 shares a core structure, core operating system, and an identical set of system files with Windows 10 v1909.

Because of this, cumulative updates that apply to one version are available to the other as well.

Cumulative update name:

Improvements and fixes:

Known Issues:

Windows 10, version 1809

According to Microsoft, users that still have the Home, Pro, Pro for Workstation, and IoT Core editions of Windows 10 V1809 should know that it reached End of Service back in November 2020.

That is why it is advised that you update your OS to a newer, supported version.

Cumulative update name:

Improvements and fixes:

Known Issues:

Windows 10, version 1803

Microsoft first announced that Windows 10 v1803 will reach the end of mainstream support, and starting with July there wouldn’t be any more optional, non-security releases for this version of Windows 10.

Because of the current global pandemic, as well as user feedback, Microsoft decided to extend thesupport for Windows 10 v1803 up until 2021.

Cumulative update name:

Improvements and fixes:

Known Issues:

Windows 10, version 1703

Note:Windows 10, version 1703 has reached the end of service forHome,Pro,Pro for Workstation, andIoT Coreeditions.

In order to continue receiving quality and security updates,Microsoftrecommends that you get the latest possible version of Windows 10 installed.

Cumulative update name:

Improvements and fixes:

Known Issues:

Windows 10, version 1607

Note:Windows 10, version 1607 has reached the end of service for all of its available editions. Update to the latest version ofWindows 10in order to keep your system protected.

Cumulative update name:

Improvements and fixes:

Known Issues:

Windows 10, version 1507

Note:Windows 10, version 1507 is the oldest version of Windows 10 still active, and it has reached the end of service for some time now.

If your hardware allows it, update to a much newer version of Windows 10.

Cumulative update name:

Improvements and fixes:

Known Issues:

That wraps up our complete changelog covering the changes from this month’s round of updates.

Keep in mind that these aren’t the only updates that are coming, since smaller tweaks and fixes are most likely to come in the following days, and another set of updates will arrive in about two weeks.

Remember that the main purpose of these updates is to improve your security, so we advise you to update as soon as they arrive in your region.

By doing so, you should be better prepared for unofficial events likeExploit Wednesday or Uninstall Thursday, a term that describe the days that follow the updates where hackers target those that haven’t applied the latest patches.

To learn more about Patch Tuesday and how you can better prepare for applying them, check outthis detailed guide.

Have you updated your PC with the latest cumulative updates? Let us know if the experience went smoothly by leaving us your feedback in the comments section below.

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When not working, you may usually find him either at the gym or taking a stroll in the park, trying to find inspiration for the next articles he may write.

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