You Asked: How Do I Stop Windows from Updating Randomly?
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Click the Start button and type ‘windows’ update in the search box. Hit the Enter button. In the next screen select Change settings. Then under Important updates, select Never check for updates (not recommended).

How do you stop Windows from updating by itself?

How to disable automatic updates with Settings

  1. Open Settings.
  2. Click on Update & Security.
  3. Click on Windows Update.
  4. Click the Advanced options button. Source: Windows Central.
  5. Under the “Pause updates” section, use the drop-down menu and select how long to disable updates. Source: Windows Central.

Why does my PC automatically update?

By default, Windows checks to make sure that Automatic Updates is set to download and install security and other important updates to your computer automatically.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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