A lot of users have been asking on forums what does this mean and how they can get rid of it: Answers and solutions of the most diverse kind were soon to follow.
What is the red exclamation mark?
Apparently, updates marked with the red exclamation mark are critical updates, rather than simple updates, like antivirus definitions. To that extent, they are there to signal that you must install the latest updates to benefit from the latest security features.
How do I get rid of the red exclamation mark?
1. Install the updates
Normally, Windows 10 can be set to download updates automatically, but there are some that need your permission. When a critical update appears that needs manual permission, simply download and install it and the mark will go away.
2. Remove any Windows update blockers
If you’ve set your PC to stop any updates, or are using a third-party tool to block them, then they will accumulate over time, and the red mark will never go away. Thus, uninstall any program that blocks updates, and allow your PC to get them. By following any of these steps, you should now have upgraded your Windows OS with all the critical updates, and the red exclamation mark should be gone. Did you find this guide useful? Let us know in the comment section below. RELATED ARTICLES YOU SHOULD CHECK OUT:
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