Microsoft 365: How to Update Microsoft Software

Updates need to be run regularly to make sure any known security risks are fixed. You can use Word, Excel, or PowerPoint to complete these updates. In this example, we used Microsoft Word.

1. In the top left, click File.
   
2. In the bottom left, select Account.
    
3. Choose Update Options > Update Now.
   
4. Save your work and close any Office applications that you have open.  The system will prompt you if you forget.  After you close them, you can continue.
   
5. A window like this will remain open during the Updates.
   
6. When the update is complete, your Office applications will restart and a window like this will appear.
   

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