The good news is, the latest Windows update won't kill your SSD. Even if you're affected, you can restore your drive with a firmware update. The bad news is, your SSD can still fail for a number of other reasons.
Putting Windows Update aside, let's talk about some of the other real threats to your SSD and what you can do to protect it.
Check for SSD firmware updates
SSD manufacturers provide utilities that check for firmware updates and monitor your drive's health. They're worth installing—and it's especially true since this recent issue is related to pre-release firmware updates.
It's a good idea to check if your drive has the latest stable firmware installed. Firmware updates may fix bugs and prevent other problems with your SSD. Avoid any beta firmware update files you may see fo
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