The AutoUpdates control verifies that your operating system is configured to automatically download and install security updates. This ensures your computer stays protected without requiring you to manually check for and install updates.
Important: Manual updates aren't enough. Security vulnerabilities are discovered constantly, and attackers often exploit them within hours of their disclosure. Automatic updates ensure critical security patches are installed as soon as they're available, protecting you even when you're busy or forget to check manually.
Security vulnerabilities are often exploited within hours of being discovered. Automatic updates ensure you're protected as quickly as possible without waiting for manual intervention.
Automatic updates work even when you're busy, on vacation, or simply forget to check. This ensures continuous protection without gaps in your security coverage.
When critical zero-day vulnerabilities are discovered, automatic updates can deploy emergency patches immediately, protecting you from attacks before they become widespread.
After enabling automatic updates, Citadel will automatically verify this control during its next check.