Gpupdate Command -

:: Refresh and then restart (for computer policies) gpupdate /boot

:: Refresh and then log off (for user policies) gpupdate /logoff

Enter the command.

Invoke-GPUpdate -Computer "PC-001", "PC-002" -Force -RandomDelayMinutes 15 (Requires Group Policy management cmdlets and administrative rights on targets)

For further reading, consult Microsoft Docs: Group Policy Update Command , or explore gpresult and the Get-GPResultantSetOfPolicy PowerShell cmdlet for deep reporting. Last updated: Based on Windows 10/11 and Windows Server 2022 behavior. The principles apply to all modern Windows versions. gpupdate command

Or with old-school psexec :

Remember: for everyday changes. gpupdate /force for troubleshooting. gpupdate /boot or /logoff for settings that only apply during startup or logon. Master these patterns, and you will turn Group Policy from a passive background task into an responsive management tool. :: Refresh and then restart (for computer policies)

:: Force reapply all settings gpupdate /force