Understanding SCCM Updates for Notepad++

Notepad++ is a popular text editor known for its ease of use and powerful features. To ensure users have the best experience, the developers regularly release updates to fix bugs, add new features, and improve overall performance. However, sometimes these updates may not be automatically triggered on your system. This article will explain why this might happen and provide alternative ways to stay up-to-date with the latest Notepad++ releases.

When a critical bug or regression is found in an update, the auto-update feature will not be triggered for that release. To avoid spreading new versions with regressions or critical bugs, the developers wait for user feedback before releasing the update. This means it may take one to two weeks after the new version becomes available for users to receive the auto-triggered upgrade.

There are situations where a new version of Notepad++ might not be found during an auto-triggered upgrade check or an on-demand upgrade check. This could be due to several reasons, including the delay period mentioned earlier or the fact that the developer has not yet released the update for public consumption.

If you're interested in staying up-to-date with the latest releases, there are several ways to do so:

1. Visit the Notepad++ main website and download the latest zipped archive. This allows you to manually install the new version.

2. Monitor the Announcements category on the Notepad++ Community Forum for release-candidates or final versions of Notepad++. Here, you can stay informed about upcoming releases and plan your updates accordingly.

3. Run a manual upgrade by downloading the latest installer and installing it yourself. This will check whether there is a new version available and whether the safety delay has been met.

4. Use the ? > Update Notepad++ menu command to check for updates and install the newer version if available.

Additionally, users who installed Notepad++ using an installation package have the Auto Update feature active by default. This means that every 15 days, the auto-updater (WinGUp) will be launched to check for new versions and notify you of any available updates.

In summary, while Notepad++'s auto-update feature is designed to keep your software up-to-date with minimal effort required from users, there may be situations where manual intervention is necessary. By understanding the reasons behind delayed updates and utilizing alternative methods to stay informed about new releases, you can ensure that you're always using the latest version of Notepad++.

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