Quick Answer: How Do I Get Windows 10 to Not Check for Updates?
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How do I stop Windows 10 from checking for updates?

Follow these steps to stop Windows 10 updates:

  1. Fire up the Run command ( Win + R ). Type in “services. msc” and hit Enter.
  2. Select the Windows Update service from the Services list.
  3. Click on the “General” tab and change the “Startup Type” to “Disabled”.
  4. Restart your machine.

How do I make windows not check for updates?

Go to “Computer Configuration” > “Administrative Templates” > “Windows Components” > “Windows Update”. Double-click “Configure Automatic Updates”. Select “Disabled” in Configured Automatic Updates on the left, and click Apply and “OK” to disable the Windows automatic update feature.

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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