Staying updated with Windows helps keep your system secure and supports smooth Boulevard performance. View the steps for checking updates, along with links for common Windows tasks such as improving performance, managing apps, locating files, repairing programs, adjusting display settings, using troubleshooting tools, and resolving sign‑in or printing issues.
Did You Know?
On the second Tuesday of each month, Microsoft releases security-related updates for Windows, Office, and related products. The fourth Tuesday of each month is reserved for updates that aren't related to security. However, it may still be helpful to install it if you're experiencing issues with your computer (and sometimes Boulevard).
Due to the many variables outside our control, Main Street Software cannot provide any support for the information and links below.
To ensure your Windows updates are installed, follow the steps below for your operating system.
Windows 11:
Click Check for Updates or select Start > Settings > Windows Update, and then select Check for updates.
Windows 10:
Select Start, go to Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > select Check for Windows updates.
See Update Windows on Microsoft's website for further help checking for Windows updates.
Windows Running Slow? Try these:
- Update Windows
- Free up drive space in Windows
- Change which apps run automatically at startup in Windows
- Tips to improve PCs performance in Windows
Miscellaneous Windows Help:
- Find my downloads
- Find documents in Windows (helpful when trying to locate Boulevard backup files or data)
- Repair apps and programs in Windows
- Uninstall or remove apps and programs in Windows
- How to check if an app or program is installed in Windows
- Show hidden files and folders in Windows
- View display settings in Windows
- Change the size of text in Windows
- Use Magnifier to make things on the screen easier to see
- Change default programs in Windows
- Windows Snipping Tool (used to take screenshots)
- How to switch users (accounts) in Windows
- Windows Keyboard Shortcuts
- Clipboard in Windows
- Install a printer in Windows or Fix printer connection and printing problems in Windows
- Troubleshoot problems signing in
- Create a desktop shortcut
- Pin apps and folders to the desktop or taskbar
- Switching out of S mode in Windows
- Sync Files with OneDrive in Windows
- "Windows cannot access the specified device, path, or file" error
- Repair an Office application
- Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system files
- Change your app recommendation settings in Windows
Visit the Microsoft Support website to find solutions and receive additional Help with Windows.