Group Policy Force //free\\ Direct

The /force switch tells the computer to re-process all policy settings, not just the ones that have changed since the last refresh.

Here is an overview of the feature, technically known as (or "No Override") and the gpupdate /force command. group policy force

By default, Windows computers refresh Group Policy in the background every 90 to 120 minutes. If you’ve just made a change and need it to happen now , waiting two hours isn't an option. Furthermore, some settings—like software installations or folder redirection—require a reboot or a re-log to take effect. 2. The Admin's Best Friend: gpupdate /force The /force switch tells the computer to re-process