Computer Update Policy

Patch management is crucial for the security and integrity of any system or software. It involves regularly updating and applying patches to software applications, operating systems, and devices to fix vulnerabilities and address known security issues. By maintaining an effective patch management strategy, organizations can protect themselves from potential cyber attacks, data breaches, and system compromises. It ensures that the software is up to date with the latest security measures and helps in maintaining the overall stability and performance of the system. Regular patch management is vital for safeguarding sensitive data, maintaining compliance with industry regulations, and reducing the risk of security incidents. Below you find 4 informative points about our update policy strategy:

Update Schedule Every Tuesday at 10 PM, your computer will receive updates. This time is based on your computer's timezone. If your computer is off or not connected to the internet at this time, don't worry! The updates will start as soon as it's back online.
Pending Reboot Check Before the updates start, your computer checks if it needs to restart. If it does, you'll get a message letting you know that your computer will restart within the next half hour. This restart can't be delayed because it's important for making sure the updates install correctly.

One way to prevent a forced restart is by shutting down your laptop at the end of Friday every week.

Update Installation If your computer doesn't need to restart before the updates, your computer will go ahead and start the update installation.
Post Update Reboot After the updates are installed, your computer might need to restart again. If so, you'll get another message. You can delay this restart up to 10 times, and you'll get a reminder every hour. If you're not logged into your computer when it needs to restart after the updates, it will go ahead and restart on its own. This is to make sure the updates don't interrupt you while you're using your computer.

Remember, keeping your computer updated is crucial for its performance and security. If you have any questions or need assistance with updates, please contact our IT support team.

Updated on: 07/11/2024