How to update Chrome after Google identifies security issues | KTAB

Editor’s note: This article has been updated to correct the nature of the identified security issues.

(NEXSTAR) – Google last week warned billions of users that the security of its Internet browser, Chrome, could be compromised.

As a result, Google said it would release a new version of Chrome with 29 security fixes. The new version will roll out automatically “in the coming days/weeks,” according to the company, but you have the option to update your browser right away.

To update Chrome to the latest version “Chrome 101.0.4951.41” in your computer’s browser:

1. Click on the three dots in the top right corner of your window.
2. Click on “Settings” which will open a new tab.
3. From the options on the left rail, click About Chrome.
4. Chrome will start identifying the latest version and install it. When it’s done, you need to complete the update by clicking “Restart”. (See photo at right.)
5. Chrome will shut down for a few brief seconds and then reopen…