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To: M. Murray who wrote (462)	4/14/2020 11:39:08 AM
From: Eric L	Read Replies (2) of 528

Windows 10 Feature Updates (Windows Central Guide) ... Starting with Windows 10, Microsoft introduced a new servicing model known as "Windows as a Service" (WaaS), which simply means that instead of getting a new version every three years, you get incremental updates that speed up the integration of new features and simplify the process of keeping devices current. Feature updates are technically new versions of Windows 10, which become available twice a year (roughly every six months) during spring and fall. These are also known as "semi-annual" releases. The current Windows feature version is Windows 10 (x64) Version 1909 (build 18363.720). << "We recommend you update to the most recent version of Windows 10 to get the latest features and security improvements." ... Do I have to install it or can I ignore it? >> You certainly should install it since you haven't yet. You're evidently at least one version behind the current version¹. In your case you may wish to create a local administrative account without password before you do so. and set it as default. I believe you should be able to do so but v1909 makes it difficult if not impossible to do that. When the spring Windows 10 version 2004 (H1) feature update is released in April or shortly after you may sagely not rush to install it. The guide linked below explains and differentiates Feature Updates and Quality Updates for Windows 10: >> The difference between Windows 10 'feature updates' and 'quality updates' windowscentral.com ¹ Note: to determine your current Win10 version, go to PC Setting > About (Windows Specifications) Cheers, - Eric L. -

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