Windows 11 can give you the newest updates faster, including new features and fixes that aren’t just for security. This guide will show you how to turn this option on or off in a simple way.

What Are Windows Updates?

Windows Updates help keep your computer safe and working well by fixing problems and adding improvements. Usually, Windows installs these updates automatically, so you don’t need to do anything.

New Update Option in Windows 11

Starting with Windows 11 build 22621.1635, there’s a new switch in the Settings called “Get the latest updates as soon as they are available.”

If you turn this on, your PC will try to download new updates faster than usual — but only for updates that aren’t related to security.

Note: This feature might be turned off automatically if your computer is managed by a workplace or school.

How to Turn On or Off the New Update Option

Follow these simple steps:

1. Open Settings: Click the Start menu button and select Settings, or press Windows key + I on your keyboard.
2. In the Settings window, click Windows Update on the left side.
3. On the right side, find the tile that says “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available”.
4. Toggle the switch to On to get updates faster, or Off to stop.
5. Close the Settings window when you’re done.

How to Turn It On or Off Using the Windows Registry (Advanced)

If you’re comfortable making changes to your computer’s system files, you can also use the Windows Registry to control this setting.

Warning: Be careful when editing the Registry. Mistakes can cause problems with your PC.

Here’s how:

1. Open the Registry Editor by typing regedit in the Start menu search box and pressing Enter. If you want a detailed guide, see how to open Registry Editor.
2. Go to this folder path in the Registry Editor:
   

   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsUpdate\UX\Settings

   
   
3. If you don’t see the Settings folder, right-click on UX, select New > Key, and name it Settings.
4. Click on the Settings folder. In the right pane, right-click and choose New > DWORD (32-bit) Value.
5. Name the new value IsContinuousInnovationOptedIn.
6. Double-click IsContinuousInnovationOptedIn, set the Base to Decimal, then enter:
   • 1 to turn the feature ON
   • 0 to turn the feature OFF
7. Click OK and close the Registry Editor.
8. Restart your computer to apply the change.

Summary

• You can get Windows 11 updates faster by turning on the new update option.
• Use the Settings app to easily turn it on or off.
• If you prefer, you can change this setting using the Registry Editor (for advanced users).
• Choose the method that works best for you and keep your PC updated in the way you want.

For more details, you can visit the official Microsoft page on this topic: Get Windows updates as soon as they’re available – Microsoft.