Osdbuilder [exclusive] Download Optional Updates -

Unlike critical security updates, OSDBuilder does automatically apply optional updates during a standard Update-OSMedia run. These must be manually selected and downloaded to be included in your build. How to Download and Include Optional Updates

: Regularly use the Superseded parameter with Get-OSDBuilderDownloads to remove outdated packages and save disk space. osdbuilder download optional updates

: Essential bridges between your OS and hardware components like motherboards or graphics cards. : Essential bridges between your OS and hardware

In the context of OSDBuilder, "Optional Updates" typically refer to: Best Practices for Optional Updates : Non-security bug

While standard security updates are usually the priority, certain scenarios—such as addressing specific hardware microcode bugs or non-security stability issues—require you to download and include . Understanding Optional Updates in OSDBuilder

Using the -SelectUpdates parameter during the build process launches a grid that allows you to confirm which of your downloaded updates (including the optional ones) will be injected into the final WIM or ISO. Best Practices for Optional Updates

: Non-security bug fixes and stability improvements that Microsoft releases outside of the standard Patch Tuesday cycle.