Here’s how to download Windows 10 Anniversary, either as an over-the-air update or as an ISO file you can burn to a USB key or DVD.
Check If You Already Have Anniversary Update
Check If You Already Have Anniversary Update
The UI changes in Anniversary Update are so subtle that you may not even notice if your computer has already installed it. If your Windows is on build number 14393 or higher, you’ve got it. To check:
How to Create an Install Disk / ISO
How to Create an Install Disk / ISO
If you want to perform an update on a computer that’s offline or you want to save time (and bandwidth) while updating multiple PCs, you should create an install disk, either on a USB drive or blank DVD. You can also download an ISO file that can be copied and burned to several different disks. Here’s how to build Windows 10 Anniversary Edition installation media. 0. Connect a 4GB or larger USB flash drive if you plan to create a USB install disk.
How to Update Using Upgrade Assistant
How to Update Using Upgrade Assistant
If you’re tired of waiting for the automatic update, you can use Microsoft’s Windows Upgrade Assistant to force the download. However, you’ll still need an Internet connection and you won’t be able to create install media for use on other computers.
How to Force an Automatic Update
How to Force an Automatic Update
Windows 10 will eventually search for updates and find the Anniversary Update, but you can manually force it to search. However, this method isn’t foolproof as you may have to try several times and it’s still possible that the update won’t be found.
Windows 10 Performance and Productivity
Windows 10 Performance and Productivity
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Best Windows 10 Keyboard ShortcutsMIrror Your Screen to a TV or MonitorSpeed Windows 10 Boot TimeGet Superfast Mouse, Touchpad SpeedsCalibrate Your MonitorActivate ‘God Mode’Defragment Your Hard DriveMeasure the Time it Takes for Apps to Load at BootUse Maximum CPU PowerEnable Swipe to Delete in EmailCopy and Paste at the Command PromptRecord Video of an AppUse Offline MapsGet the Full Layout in Windows 10’s Touch KeyboardCreate a .Reg File for Easy Registry HacksRecord PC Gameplay on the Xbox AppPerform a Clean Install of Windows 10Uninstall Windows 10 and Roll Back to 7 or 8Enable the Linux Bash ShellGenerate a Detailed Battery ReportTurn a PC into a Wireless DisplayOpen Folders in the TaskbarOpen Sites in the TaskbarImport Gmail ContactsGet Android NotificationsUse Multiple DesktopsUse Eye ControlUse the Timeline Feature to Resume a TaskSend Web Pages from Phone to PCAll Windows 10 TipsIncrease your Battery Life
