What is the latest version of Windows 10 1709. Fluent Design. A new word in design. Installation via Windows Update

In this article we have collected all the new system features that were announced at the Build 2017 developer conference. The overview also adds new features that appeared in the latest Windows 10 Insider Preview builds.

OneDrive Files On Demand feature

Microsoft has announced a new feature of the OneDrive cloud service called “Files on Demand”. This feature allows you to store displayed files on a cloud server and access them without synchronizing with your local machine. This feature was present in Windows 8.1, and Windows 10 users often asked for it back. A similar feature should soon appear in Dropbox and Google Drive.

It is noteworthy that the new feature will work with the Desktop and Documents folders, and not just the OneDrive folder.

When you try to open a file that is stored on your computer, Windows will download it and then launch it. This feature will be implemented in the operating system kernel and will work with any application, even the command line.

If an application tries to access a file stored in the cloud storage and tries to download it, the user will receive a corresponding notification. You can hide the notification or block file downloading. You can also block future attempts to download files for a specific application. You can manage blocked apps in Settings > Privacy > App-Requested Downloads.

New visual language Fluent Design

Microsoft is developing a new visual language called “Fluent Design”. The new design will focus on 5 main principles: light, depth, material, scale and movement. This is the final implementation of the Project Neon visual language that Microsoft has been developing recently. Fluent Design introduces not only an updated system design, but a new interaction model.

Particular attention will be paid to the use of touch input devices, in particular the stylus, to navigate throughout the operating system. It will make it easier to type queries using the stylus in the Edge browser, scroll through content by moving the stylus, and select text elements. Microsoft is positioning Microsoft Edge as the “best ink-enabled browser.” You can now annotate PDF documents in Edge using your stylus.

Fluent Design will be implemented not only in the system shell interface, but also in almost all built-in applications.

As part of the implementation of the new visual language Fluent Design, the Start menu has been seriously redesigned. The menu now uses the new Acrylic design when transparency is enabled in the settings. The menu size can be changed not only horizontally, but also diagonally. In addition, it is easier to grab the border of the frame for resizing. The transition to “Tablet Mode” has become smoother.

The Action Center also received UI improvements. Notifications are now more clearly separated and therefore more readable. The action center and toast notifications also use the modern Acrylic design.

Handwriting and stylus input

Taking into account the general concept of the Fluent Design System, the developers decided to improve stylus support in Windows to make it easier to navigate throughout the operating system using this tool. We've improved handwriting-to-typewriting in Microsoft Edge, added the ability to scroll through content using the stylus, and made text selection faster. The stylus scrolling feature is currently only available in UWP apps, but Microsoft plans to bring it to desktop (Win32) apps as well.

Microsoft is trying to make Microsoft Edge “the best browser for using a stylus.” Users can now add comments to PDF documents using the stylus as well.

The handwriting panel available on the Windows 10 touch keyboard has received numerous improvements. When you fill out the panel and then lift the stylus away from the screen, the text you type will automatically move to the left side, so you'll always have plenty of space to write.

The text you write will always be shown in the panel, and you can later select it for editing. You can write the correct letters over the recognized word if the panel does not correctly detect your handwriting. Changes can also be made using gestures. You can strike out words using the strikethrough gesture to delete them, and use the join and split gestures to connect words or add a space between them, respectively.

The handwriting panel now provides easy access to emoji and special characters with two new buttons added to the panel. By default, the panel is now placed next to the elements in which you write. Finger handwriting is also disabled, but you can always turn this option back on. This measure was taken to prevent accidental dragging of the panel with your finger when using the stylus.

Now it won't be easy to lose your stylus. You can go to the Settings app > Update & security > Find my stylus and use the “Where's my stylus?” feature. Windows 10 will show the coordinates of your computer or tablet's location when you last used a stylus, making it easier to find your input device.

Windows My People - advanced work with contacts

Microsoft originally planned to introduce the Windows My People feature in Windows 10 Creators Update. However, the developers took more time to implement this functionality, and now it is expected in the Fall Creators Update.

Task Manager will show GPU information

Task Manager now allows you to view graphics resource consumption, as well as CPU, memory, disk, and network resources. Simply open Task Manager and go to the Performance tab.

The "GPU" function shows video memory consumption and the activity of different engines: 3D graphics, copying, encoding and decoding of video information are available. In the Details tab of Task Manager, you can see how much GPU resources each process on the system is consuming.

New touch keyboard

Windows 10 will get a new touch keyboard. It is based on the Microsoft WordFlow keyboard for Windows Phone. The keyboard will also get smart features from SwiftKey, a popular keyboard for iPhone and Android. Recall that SwiftKey was acquired by Microsoft in 2016.

The most noticeable improvement will be support for continuous swipe input. You simply touch one touch key and move your finger to other keys that correspond to the letters of the word. When you lift your finger from the screen, the keyboard will automatically recognize the word and add a space. This technology is used on many popular smartphone keyboards, including SwiftKey and Google Keyboard.

Predictive input technology will also be improved, which automatically suggests phrases, and work with emoticons will be improved - you will no longer have to go to other pages to find the desired emoji, just scroll. The keyboard will be optimized for one-handed typing and will feature a new settings menu that can be accessed by tapping the icon in the top right corner of the keyboard.

With the Fall Creators Update, you'll be able to use dictation to enter text. Just press the microphone button on your keyboard or use the Windows + H shortcut and start speaking phrases. The dictation feature will support voice commands, such as “delete last three words” or “go to end of paragraph.”

The new touch keyboard is part of CShell's new design concept, which features responsive interfaces that can be used on any device, be it smartphones, tablets or computers.

[Simplified] Windows Story Remix is ​​a user-friendly video editor with lots of smart features

Microsoft has announced a new application, “Windows Story Remix,” which allows you to edit videos, add soundtracks and text captions. You can shoot videos on your Android phone, iPhone or Windows Phone and send them to the app. Several people can take part in creating a video - Story Remix will automatically create a story from several video materials.

Story Remix also works with photos, allowing you to search for people in images, search for “dogs” in photos, and perform other advanced searches using machine learning technology. When creating a video, you can select an individual as the hero of the video, and Story Remix will automatically create a new video starring that person.

Microsoft has focused on some cool smart features, but you can still edit videos with the usual tools, change filters, add captions, add animation effects, delete clips, rearrange video clips, and select different audio tracks. Automatic and manual functions work in tandem with each other. Add a new soundtrack and Story Remix will automatically rearrange the footage to match the beats of the song.

The Windows Story Remix app supports importing 3D models from the Remix 3D community, also used for Paint 3D. You can freely integrate animated 3D models into your videos. Microsoft will release an API that will allow developers to integrate the Remix 3D community into their applications.

Microsoft announced this at a presentation. In fact, instead of a new Windows Story Remix app, a new Remix feature will be added to the Photos app, which will have more limited capabilities than expected. However, Microsoft may continue to add features over time.

Spotify and iTunes will be available in the Windows Store

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Below are instructions that will tell you how to update Windows 10 to version 1709 in several ways. If you currently have no desire to update your operating system, .

Installing version 1709 via Windows 10 CO

The easiest way to install a new version is to simply wait for it to install automatically using . This process occurs at different times for each user. You can wait from several days to several months, but in any case, Microsoft will warn you about installing the update, allowing you to plan the exact time to start the procedure.

If you want to quickly update Windows 10 to version 1709, turn on Update. Go to advanced update options (Settings → Update & Security → Windows Update → Advanced options) and in the “Choose when to install updates” category, select “Current branch.” There is no need to configure deferring installation of updates.

Windows Update Assistant

You can also force install the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update by using the Update Assistant. Go to the official Microsoft website using the link https://www.microsoft.com/ru-ru/software-download/windows10/ and click the “Update now” button.

What happens when you update Windows 10 to version 1709

1. The utility will check for updates and you will be notified that version 16299 is available. Just click on the “Update Now” button;
2. The system compatibility will be checked, after which the update will begin downloading;
3. You will be prompted to restart your computer or laptop to complete the update installation, but if you do not want to reboot immediately, you can do it later;
4. Once the update process is complete, your device will have ;
5. The creation of a Windows.old folder will be initiated, which will contain all the files of the previous version of the axis, this is done so that you can .

In addition to the Update Assistant, you can use the Media Creation Tool, which installs Windows 10 Fall Creators Update on your computer. This utility is available on the official Microsoft website on the same page https://www.microsoft.com/ru-ru/software-download/windows10/. You just need to click on the “Download the tool now” button and after launching, select the “Update this computer now” option.

Clean installation of version 1709 on a Windows 10 computer

Experienced users will prefer to install Windows 10 build 16299 on their computer from a disk or using a flash drive. To do this, we recommend that you create an installation drive in the Media Creation Tool (the “download tool now” button on the page https://www.microsoft.com/ru-ru/software-download/windows10/), or download an ISO file using this utilities, and then create a bootable USB flash drive. On YouTube video from remontka shows how to download Windows 10 ISO from the official Microsoft website:

The rollout of the update began on October 17 Windows 10 Fall Creators Update(Redstone 3) version 1709 , which Microsoft announced at the May Build 2017 conference. This is the fourth and second major OS update, " addressed primarily to creative people". "Ten" has changed its design, supports mixed reality technology out of the box and, for example, has become friends with Android or iOS. Read below for the most informative review of innovations Windows 10 Fall Creators compared to the April release.

Design Fluent Design System

Fluent Design System is a new “fluid” system design style, previously known as Project NEON. Based on five principles: “Light”, “Depth”, “Motion”, “Material” and “Scale”. Reincarnated design Windows 10 is the successor to the “tiled” Metro (Modern) UI from the “eight” and “seven” Aero, which many users miss. According to the creators, Fluent will contribute to the development of software adapted to different screen sizes and device types.

As part of the new concept, special attention was paid to touch input devices. Thus, Edge simplifies entering queries, selecting text elements, and scrolling content using a stylus. Also in the flagship OS browser, you can write and save comments on PDF documents with a stylus.

Major changes have been made to the Start menu. It now uses the new "Acrylic" style when transparency is enabled in the settings. Menu sizes change horizontally and diagonally, frame border capture for resizing has been improved. The "Action Center" and pop-up notifications are designed in the same style, which, due to highlighting and shadowing, are more clearly separated and become more readable. One thing is upsetting: Fluent Design will be introduced gradually, and we will evaluate the final appearance of the “OS” only next year, 2018.

Mixed reality, 3D support and Windows Story Remix

With the release Fall Creators the platform began to support a line of Mixed Reality devices, combining virtual and real objects. This requires special glasses (helmet) and standardized wireless VR-controllers.

In addition to support for 3D models in Paint, 3D shapes can be implanted into the new Windows Story Remix video editor to add special effects to smartphone or camera videos. The video editor, which is part of the Photos app, learns by machine and remembers your favorite settings over time. Not only are the videos integrated 3D-objects and audio effects, but also annotations on devices with . Story Remix is ​​a cross-platform program and allows you to synchronize video between your PC and smartphone, and while working, instantly switch from one to another device.

In addition, "ten" provides the opportunity to implement 3D-models into MS Word and PowerPoint files. These office apps let you rotate objects right inside your document or presentation.

Streaming games on Mixer

Gaming is the most popular pastime, in which about 200 million active gamers (!) participate monthly. Of course, Redmond did not stay away from dividing the entertainment industry pie and added Windows 10 Mixer, the renamed Beam streaming service. And it’s not just the new name, it’s now easy to stream either alone or with a team of up to four people. Well, if you become a successful streamer, you can turn your hobby into an additional source of income.

To start broadcasting, press the key combination " Win+G" and start the stream in the called game panel. To configure streaming parameters, go to the section " Games"from the menu" Options".

Windows 10 is moving closer to Android and iOS

Integration with “bosom enemies” includes two points of contact: through the Clipboard and Microsoft Graph services. In the first case, after linking the device to Android or iOS (see the settings section " Telephone") you can synchronize work between it and your existing desktop (laptop). For example, having started typing in Word on your smartphone, you can easily finish the document you started on your computer.

Another point of interaction is the Microsoft Graph, which brings together people, their communication and joint projects within the cloud, with the function of providing operational analytical data about what is happening in the company. The system allows you to interact with applications equally effectively on any device running Windows, iOS and Android.

One last thing to mention: Ubuntu and SUSE families of Linux have become available in the Windows Store.

OneDrive Cloud and Files On-Demand "

Since the conversation turned to cloud storage, it was the turn of OneDrive from the software giant. What was in the “eight” and what is really convenient is the “Files On-Demand” function, when files in the “cloud” are available in the same way as local ones, directly from Explorer. After synchronizing a folder with OneDrive, it does not begin to “drain” all files, and you are free to choose which of them you want to download and open. Of course, next to the files (folders) their status is displayed: whether they are only available online or are already present on the hard drive.

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Updated Windows Defender )

IN Windows 10FallCreators Redmond has significantly optimized Windows Defender. New feature " " allows you to protect important data from ransomware and other malware (you will receive a notification when you try to change files in folders). To enable the feature, go to Windows Defender Security Center → " Protection against viruses and threats"→ in applet" Controlled folder access" set the switch to " On".

The second useful acquisition of Windows Defender is protection against exploits based on the specialized Microsoft EMET (Enhanced Mitigation Experience Toolkit). You will find this feature by following the path: Windows Defender Security Center → " Application and browser management" → "Exploit protection" (enabled by default).

As you can see, the list of OS improvements and fixes is quite lengthy, so I’ll give each one remaining significant innovations Windows 10 Fall Creators Update by line:

• the Edge browser received a full-screen mode and learned to pin sites to the taskbar;
• Cortana can block an account, reboot and turn off the device at your command (alas, not in Russian);
• "Power Throttling" mode saves battery power (for processors that support Intel Speed ​​Shift technology);

• the Task Manager displays the load level of the video card (GPU);
• function " Find device" ("Find My Device") allows you to detect a lost stylus;
• built-in blocks cheats in computer games;
• new touch keyboard supports continuous text input;
• a panel with emoji smiles has appeared, which is called by the combination " Win + ." or " Win + ;".

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The largest Windows 10 update has already caused a wave of dissatisfaction among users. Today we will talk about the main problems and complaints associated with the Fall Creators Update.

Windows 10 Fall Creators Update (version 1709) was released on October 17, 2017, and as of early November, the update was installed on more than 5% of all devices, making it the fastest-growing Windows update. At the end of November, 20.4% of users had already updated.

The Fall Creators Update includes many new features, such as an updated Fluent Design, an improved input interface, Emoji support, On-Demand Sync for OneDrive files, a new version of the Microsoft Edge browser, and more. But not everyone managed to update without problems: users complain about failures during the installation of FCU and when working with the new version. Of course, this is expected - you cannot do without errors when an update is installed on millions of computers around the world.

In this article, we will focus on the main problems that users encountered with the Fall Creators Update.

Problems installing Fall Creators Update

Usually there is nothing complicated in the Windows 10 update process, but errors are common in the first days of installing a new version. There have been complaints about problems occurring during the installation process, and in some cases the update failed to install at all. This is especially common when using the Media Creation Tool and Update Assistant for installation.

Users are also reporting that the Fall Creators Update fails to install on certain hardware configurations with error 0xc00000bb.

"Many people, including myself, are having difficulty trying to update Windows 10 to the Fall Creators Update. We are getting error 0xc00000bb when we try to reboot to install the FCU. It seems like almost all of us have something in common: ASUS X299 MOB, Samsung NVMe SSD, and many have SATA drives with SSDs,” writes Superbowl user on the ASUS forum.

"[...] something went wrong during the installation. Around 22% my computer rebooted and suddenly the usual loading screen appeared with white text saying: "BlInitialization failed 0xc00000bb" and I don't understand at all , what it is", - describes a similar problem AaronOppedyk on the Microsoft forum.

"Error 0x80070490 - 0x20003 appears when using the Media Creation Tool.", - FabioRJ Windows Central flags an error, appeared when trying to update using the Media Creation Tool.

Official release of all the innovations in Windows 10 Fall Creators Update

"I have exactly the same error. Then it reverts to the previous version. I tried updating through Update Assistant and Media Creation Tool - the result is the same," - the previous case is far from the only one, the same problem is described by Kevin Lamarche in Windows Central.

Additionally, some people are upset that they can't install the update through Windows Update.

"I was able to download the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update to my computer, however, when I reboot to complete the installation, a message appears that the system has not been updated." - another post on reddit.

Along with these problems, there are reports that the installation takes more than two hours, and in some cases - more than 10 hours.

Problems with Microsoft Edge in Fall Creators Update

The new version of Windows 10 has significantly improved the version of the Microsoft Edge browser, which has added new features, but, unfortunately, many users have found more problems here than improvements.

"This started when Edge came out. Constant crashes, web page recovery. I have to use Explorer to send this message," laborraine writes on the Microsoft forum.

"[...]on startup, Edge prompts me to restore web pages, stops working completely if I try to go anywhere other than the search home page, and is generally very sluggish," Jon_Don_Juan reports on Reddit.

"[...] in Edge, every time I type something in the address or search bar, everything slows down. Between typing text and it appearing on the screen - noticeable pause, and if the text is longer than 6 characters, then the delay increases even more," - writes KhaotikDream is also on Reddit.

"Updated today with FCU.iso, downloaded and installed all updates/drivers etc and mostly everything works fine. But when I click on a link from an 'external' application (not in the browser) such as chat or email program - nothing happens. The link suddenly opens after about a minute,” reports a Yingpao user.

Driver issues with Fall Creators Update

After installing version 1709, a number of users experienced problems with network adapter and video card drivers. For example, on Reddit, many people write that after installing the update, Windows 10 changes or even resets the monitor’s color profile settings.

“As soon as I installed the update, I noticed that the colors on both monitors had deteriorated significantly. Does anyone have this situation? This is a real problem when editing photos. I have 2 monitors, and they both show different colors,” writes StellarDemon on Reddit.

"Both of my monitors became too dark and the contrast increased. I'm not very good at graphics, but it seemed so to me. And this happened after I installed the Creators Update yesterday," complains rustle_branch on the same resource.

In the PCGaming community on Reddit, many users have also reported that this version of the update resets the RGB color profile set in NVIDIA settings to the default Windows profile (too dark).

There are also complaints about the inability to independently set the monitor screen resolution.

There are separate problems with Razer laptops: after installing Windows 10 Fall Creators Update on them, users say that the keyboard, trackpad and USB ports of the laptops have become useless. Some people note that rebooting or reinstalling drivers fixes this problem, but not always. The good news is that Microsoft is actively working with Razer to fix these bugs faster.

Problems using the Fall Creators Update

While the update is traditionally expected to improve the Windows 10 experience, some users are experiencing problems using it, including bugs in applications, slower performance, missing features and bugs in the user interface.

Missing apps

One of the biggest problems with the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update seems to be apps disappearing after installing the update. Users cannot find individual applications in the Start menu or through the Cortana search, and they are not in the general list of programs.

If you search the Microsoft Store, you can find the app, but when you try to install it, you'll see a message that it's already on your PC.

This issue is constantly being reported by users on many forums, including Windows Central and Microsoft. Microsoft itself has already recognized the problem and is working on a solution, but for now it is proposed to use workarounds: “reset” the application or completely remove it from the PC and install it again.

Interface errors

There are also many complaints about Windows 10 user interface errors after the update. For example, in Explorer, the width of the “This PC” folder was changed - a lot of empty space appeared on the left.

Even though the application settings menu has changed a lot, trying to view the list of installed updates results in strange scrollbar behavior.

Some users complain that after right-clicking on the desktop, the context menu appears with no options at all. This happens from time to time or constantly, and restarting the computer in some cases resolves the error.

OneDrive Files On-Demand feature

OneDrive Files On-Demand is a new feature that lets you access all your files stored in the cloud without having to download them to your local drive.

Although OneDrive Files On-Demand should be available in the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update, after the update it turns out that many people are missing this feature. However, this is not a bug with OneDrive or Windows 10. It's just that Microsoft is very slow in rolling out this feature, and it will take some time for it to appear on all devices.

Applications open again after reboot

There are complaints that after turning off or restarting the device, some applications opened in the last session automatically launch again.

Many users call this a bug, but in fact it's intended to be that way: it's a new feature that's supposed to speed up the login process.

Windows 10 already has the ability to let you use your login credentials to complete update setup, and it now extends to normal PC restarts and shutdowns. Additionally, supported applications (such as Chrome, Task Manager, and Windows Registry) will automatically restart when you log in.

The good news is that you can always disable this feature in Settings if you don't need it.

Missing Emoji

Another feature included in the new version is native Emoji support when using the on-screen keyboard. However, after installing the update, users complain that they do not have Emoji.

But this is not a Windows 10 bug. The fact is that Emoji support is currently only available to users in the US. For the rest, Microsoft offers a temporary solution related to changing the keyboard settings after the update.

Performance issues

Although Windows 10 received a number of improvements with the Fall Creators Update, there is evidence that the update does not have the best effect on system performance.

"After upgrading to Windows 10 Fall Creators Update, I have the following problem. After rebooting, if I go to the user profile without waiting a few seconds, the start menu and Cortana search do not work and I see the following errors in the event log: Package Microsoft. "Windows.ShellExperienceHost_10.0.16299.15_neutral_neutral_cw5n1h2txyewy+App was terminated because it took too long to suspend. I did a clean install of the Fall Creators Update from the boot disk I just created, and the problem did not go away. Also, the Edge browser does not work at all." After several attempts, user Digitoxin on Reddit writes that he gave up and reverting to the previous version was the only way to fix this problem.

Other users report that the Fall Creators Update slowed down their computers and increased application launch times.

Problems with Windows 10 Fall Creators Update

“After the update, everything runs slower, shutdown takes longer, and the same happens with the Internet connection,” says ItsKittay (Reddit user).

“It’s gotten to the point where the performance of my device has definitely deteriorated since the last update. I use a top-end Surfacebook with an I7 and a discrete graphics card, and in most applications and even in the “native” components of the operating system, everything is terribly slow,” user ryivan observes noticeable problems performance on your Surface Book with an Intel Core i7 processor and discrete graphics.

"Fall creator update is slowing down my 7 year old PC. I can't even play Battlefield 4 with it. So I went back to RS2, which works best on my computer," writes Windows Central forum member GhostEchelon.

Mobile hotspot not working

The Fall Creators Update for Windows 10 appears to have impacted the mobile hotspot, with users on various forums describing how they are struggling to get it working.

"Mobile hotspot was working fine before the update, and now it suddenly stopped. When I press the button, everything freezes on the connection and nothing else happens," writes decaaring_egg on Reddit.

"Mobile hotspot worked fine on my Wi-Fi connection for about a year before updating... I updated yesterday and now it doesn't work. I click on it and it locks up," a Windows Central forum member reported.

Let's sum it up

The Fall Creators Update is Microsoft's fourth major Windows 10 update with a ton of improvements, and it may seem like the new version has a lot of problems, but that's actually not the case.

Since the release of the first version of Windows 10, it has become noticeable that the number of errors and problems decreases with each update - significant failures occur less and less often.

This indicates that Microsoft has begun to release more stable versions of Windows 10, but even with this, and the fact that the company blocks the installation of updates on incompatible devices, there is a lot of work ahead.

Of course, some users encounter problems when switching to a new version, but this is expected, especially in the first days after the update is released. It should be borne in mind that creating software that will run on hardware of different configurations is not the easiest task.

In this article, we have described the most common problems in the new version, but it is worth noting that most of them are rare, and many situations only apply to devices with certain hardware and software configurations.

How to get Windows 10 update

If you haven't installed version 1709 yet, don't forget that the best way to get a "working" update is to wait for it to be automatically offered through Windows Update. If you rush to update early using the Media Creation Tool or Update Assistant, you risk running into problems.

You can always wait until Microsoft releases some quality updates to make Windows 10 run smoother.

However, if you are eager to update, then at least prepare your PC so that the chances of encountering errors are minimal. It's also a good idea to back up your system, remove conflicting applications, disable unnecessary peripherals in advance, and be prepared to perform a clean installation of the update if something goes wrong.

How does the Fall Creators Update work on your device? Write in the comments!

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Windows 10 Fall Creators Update is now available and in this guide we will show you ways to download and install it now. Windows 10 Fall Creators Update (version 1709) officially launches worldwide on October 17, 2017.

This major release, already the fourth one made to users, introduces many new features and is designed to improve productivity while keeping the computer more secure.

The latest version includes features like My People and OneDrive Files On-Demand. Microsoft is also beginning to gradually implement the Microsoft Fluent Design System. Windows Security Center protection introduces advanced, feature-rich data protection with Cortana settings. The Microsoft Edge browser will also receive several improvements.

Like previous versions, Microsoft plans to update version 1709 gradually. The update will not arrive on every device immediately. It typically takes several days or even months before devices receive the new update automatically. However, if you don't want to wait, there are several ways to upgrade now.

Three different methods to download and update the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update on your PC, laptop or tablet.

Download Windows 10 Fall Creators Update via Update Center

The first way to get the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update is if you received a notification that the update is ready for your device. You can force installation using Windows Update. Open Windows Update to install version 1709 and perform the following steps:

1. Open settings (Options).
2. Click on Update & Security.
3. Click Check for updates.

Your hardware is compatible, an update is available, you must start the download. Once the installation preparation reaches 100%, click the Restart Now button.

After these steps, the installation will begin, like a regular regular update, although it will take a little longer than usual. The previous Windows 10 introduced the Unified Update Platform (UUP), a mechanism that makes installations faster than before.

Windows 10 Upgrade Assistant (Assistant Update)

The second way to update to version Windows 10 (1709), if for some reason you do not receive a notification from Microsoft, use the "Windows 10 Assistant Update" assistant by following simple steps:

1. Download the Assistant from the Microsoft Support website
2. "Update Now" to download the assistant file
3. Double-click Windows10Upgrade.exe to launch the tool.
4. Click "Update Now".
5. To start updating, click Next.
6. Restart now for the installation to begin.

Once the Windows 10 version 1709 installation process begins, follow the onscreen instructions. Installation typically takes less than 30 minutes using Update Assistant, but this will vary depending on your hardware and internet speed.

Download Windows 10 Fall Creators Update with MediaCreationTool

Microsoft also offers a Media Creation tool. With it, you can update while saving user data, or do a clean installation of Windows 10 (1709) manually. Use the following steps to download Windows 10 Fall Creators Update:

1. Download the Media Creation Tool from the Microsoft support website by clicking the download button.
2. Double-click the MediaCreationTool.exe file to begin the process.
3. Click Accept to agree to the terms.
4. Select Upgrade to upgrade this computer.
5. Click Next.
6. Click Install to get started.

If you suddenly fail to update with the Media Creation program, remember that using this tool you can create installation media with which you can install Windows 10 from scratch.

• See instructions: How to create a bootable USB flash drive for Windows 10

In conclusion

Microsoft always recommends installing the latest releases of Windows 10; with updates comes benefits and features. The newly updated Windows 10 isn't always fully compatible with your hardware, so Microsoft releases new updates gradually. In addition, in the first days of a release, they may simply not be aware of the problems and may cause problems on your device.

While all supported update methods have been designed to protect your data and preserve your settings and application, it is recommended to create a full backup of your device before installation, in case things go wrong and you need to rollback.