How to Download the Free Windows 8.1 Update

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Go to the “Start” screen and click the “Store” tile.

   While the update is downloading, you can do other things with your PC.
   
   It is important to note that if the update gets interrupted for any reason then you can restart the update from where it has stopped. , When the update is downloaded and its first phase of installation gets over, you can see a message for restarting your PC.
   
   You can save your current work and within 15 minutes it will restart your PC. , After restarting your PC, you can see Microsoft software license terms.
   
   Read them and click “I accept” to continue.
   
   You can customize the settings as per your choice. , Once you finish setting up Windows
   8.1, it will check for critical updates, and if there is something important, it will download it instantly.
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   Step 2: From the store

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   Step 3: click Windows 8.1 or Windows RT 8.1 update.

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   Step 4: Click “Download.”

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   Step 5: Wait for the download.

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   Step 6: Restart your PC.

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   Step 7: Read and accept the license terms.

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   Step 8: Sign into your Microsoft account.

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