: Reboots the computer if a policy (like Software Installation) requires a restart to take effect.
When to use gpupdate
Restarts the computer the policy refresh. Required for computer-targeted policies that take effect only at startup (e.g., computer startup scripts, certain registry-based security settings). gpupdate command
command is the "instant refresh" button for a Windows computer's configuration. In a business environment, IT admins use Group Policy : Reboots the computer if a policy (like