(including feature updates): Get-WindowsUpdate -MicrosoftUpdate -AcceptAll -Install -AutoReboot 3. Management of Legacy Features
In Windows 11, "updating PowerShell" can refer to two different things: keeping the modern current or using PowerShell to trigger Windows Feature Updates . 1. Updating to PowerShell 7 (The Modern App)
Before updating, verify which version you are currently running: update powershell windows 11
Windows 11 comes with Windows PowerShell 5.1 built-in, but Microsoft now develops as a separate, more powerful tool. The easiest way to install or update it is via the Windows Package Manager (winget): Right-click the Start button and select Terminal (Admin) .
The fastest method is via the Windows Package Manager. Updating to PowerShell 7 (The Modern App) Before
While Windows 11 comes with pre-installed, this version is no longer being actively developed. To access the newest features, performance improvements, and cross-platform capabilities, you should install or update to PowerShell 7.x (also known as PowerShell Core). Why You Should Update
Type the following command to check for updates: winget search Microsoft.PowerShell While Windows 11 comes with pre-installed, this version
: Note that Microsoft is officially removing PowerShell 2.0 from Windows 11 (starting with version 24H2) to improve security. Most users should transition to version 5.1 or 7.