Update and Configure the Automatic Updates Client Component

After planning the deployment, and installing and configuring the WSUS server, you are ready to work with the client computers. You can use Group Policy or the registry to configure Automatic Updates. Configuring Automatic Updates involves pointing the client computers to the WSUS server, making sure that the Automatic Updates software is up-to-date, and configuring any additional environment settings.

In this guide

Client Component Requirements

Update Automatic Updates

Determine a Method to Configure Automatic Updates Clients

Manipulate Automatic Updates Behavior Using Command-line Options