Frequent Question: How Do I Not Install Windows 10 Update?
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Double-click the Configure Automatic Updates policy on the right side. Check the Enable option to turn on the policy. Under the “Options” section, select the best settings to prevent updates from downloading and installing automatically on Windows 10: 2 – Notify for download and auto install.

How do I not install Windows updates?

To prevent the automatic installation of a specific Windows Update or an updated driver on Windows 10:

  1. Download and save the “Show or hide updates” troubleshooter tool on your computer. …
  2. Run the Show or hide updates tool and select Next at first screen.
  3. At the next screen choose Hide Updates.

How do I permanently turn off Windows updates?

Double click on “Windows update service” to access the General settings. Select ‘Disabled’ from the Startup dropdown. Once done, click ‘Ok’ and restart your PC. Performing this action will permanently disable Windows automatic updates.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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