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Published onAugust 10, 2022

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You must already be aware, but we have to remind everyone that Microsoft also releases security updates for some of the obsolete operating systems, during Patch Tuesday.

That means that not only Windows 10 and 11 users will receive new software. We’re also looking at Windows 7, Windows 8, and various Server versions as well.

We’ve already presented the 121 new updates that became available, along with theofficial download links, so all that remains is going a bit more in-depth.

Also, we’ve provided download links to the security updates that Adobe released for its suite of products during the same event.

However, now, let’s take a closer look at what Windows 7 and Windows 8 users were given to work with on the August 2022 Patch Tuesday.

What does the August 2022 Patch Tuesday bring?

What does the August 2022 Patch Tuesday bring?

The Redmond-based tech colossus has just released Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 8.1, in the form ofKB5016681, and Windows 7, in the form ofKB5016676.

Needless to say, they each come with a whole host of improvements and known issues with some pretty neat workarounds.

Allofficial support for Windows 8.1 will endin January, so Microsoft keeps urging users to upgrade to a later edition of the Windows OS.

And, the Patch Tuesday update for Windows 7 requires you to have purchased the Extended Security Update (ESU) support.

Windows 7

KB5016676

[DIRECT DOWNLOAD LINK]

Windows 8.1

KB5016681

If you are still using Windows 8.1 as an operating system, remember what we said not very long ago about the impending change.

To be more specific, Microsoft said that it was going to pester users with notifications until they upgrade to a supported version of the OS.

Have you encountered any issues after downloading and installing these new security updates for Windows 7 and 8.1?

Share your experience with us in the dedicated comments section located below.

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Alexandru Poloboc

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With an overpowering desire to always get to the bottom of things and uncover the truth, Alex spent most of his time working as a news reporter, anchor, as well as TV and radio entertainment show host.

A certified gadget freak, he always feels the need to surround himself with next-generation electronics.

When he is not working, he splits his free time between making music, gaming, playing football, basketball and taking his dogs on adventures.

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With a desire to always get to the bottom of things and uncover the truth, Alex spent most of his time working as a news reporter.