Keeps numerous programs like Firefox and Adobe apps up-to-date.
It's not uncommon to be running outdated versions of different programs on your system. Nag screens from the likes of Adobe Reader can be annoying and many people disable them so Patch My PC was created.
With Patch My PC, you can keep your system updated at your own pace. The program will install on your system and give you the option to scan installed applications and then look for updates online.
There are many advantages to having updated software but the most important would probably have to be security concerns while second would be new features.
Patch My PC is small and lightweight and quite effective at finding programs to be updated. Using it is straight-forward thanks to the easy-to-understand and simple user interface which is organized in to tabs.
Another useful feature of Patch My PC above updating is its easy disabling of programs which start when Windows runs. This can help you save time and even reduce load on your system. Adobe's updater is one item that can be disabled, for example.
At this time, Patch My PC supports over 100 programs and the list will probably just grow. Overall, a useful application to have installed for many reasons.
Features of Patch My PC
- Automated: Automatically detect and update programs on your system with the latest versions.
- Backup: Create backups of programs before installing updates.
- Command-Line: Automate updates with command-line options.
- Comprehensive: Covers a wide range of programs, including Windows OS and third-party applications.
- Customizable: Select which programs to update and configure settings to suit your needs.
- Detailed Logs: Keep track of all previous updates with detailed logs.
- Easy to use: Straightforward and simple-to-use tool that can quickly update multiple programs with a single click.
- Flexible: Get notifications when new versions are available and configure updates to run manually or on a schedule.
- Free: The basic version of the program is free to use.
- Notifications: Get notified when updates are available or have been installed.
- Portable: Take your settings with you by running Patch My PC from a USB drive.
- Safe: Verify and validate each update before installing to ensure your system is not compromised.
- Secure: All updates are scanned for malicious content before installation.
- Silent Mode: Run updates in the background without interruption.
- Uninstaller: Uninstall programs and their associated files quickly and easily.
Compatibility and License
Patch My PC is provided under a freeware license on Windows from software install managers with no restrictions on usage. Download and installation of this PC software is free and 4.5.0.4 is the latest version last time we checked.
What version of Windows can Patch My PC run on?
Patch My PC can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.
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