How To Permanently Disable Windows10 update? In 2023

Are you tired of constant interruptions caused by Windows 10 updates? Do you find yourself losing focus and productivity as your computer restarts at the most inconvenient times? Well, it’s time to take control of your device and unleash the power of permanently disabling those pesky updates.

In this article, we will explore how to effectively manage and disable Windows 10 updates, allowing you to work uninterrupted and optimize your computer’s performance. Say goodbye to the frustration of unexpected restarts and hello to a smoother and more efficient workflow.

Join us as we delve into the steps and techniques to permanently disable Windows 10 updates, empowering you to take charge of your technology and reclaim your productivity. Get ready to unlock the true potential of your device as we delve into this game-changing approach to managing Windows updates.

Before proceeding, remember that some of the automatic updates will be security updates or important stability improvements that you will want to have installed on your system. Keep this in mind if you choose to keep automatic updates turned off for an extended period of time.

One option which we will not look at in depth is to make registry changes to your Windows operating system to disable automatic updates. This is a dangerous procedure and should only be taken by experienced users. Who have taken a full backup of their machine before attempting the registry changes. Mistakes during this process can have serious negative effects on your computer and its performance.

Option 1. Disable the Windows Update Service

Follow these steps to stop Windows 10 updates:

1.Fire up the Run command (Win + R). Type in “services.msc” and hit Enter.

2. Right Click On Windows Update service from the Services list And Go To Properites.

3.Click on the “General” tab and change the “Startup Type” to “Disabled”.

Restart your machine.

Option 2. Group Policy Editor

You can make changes to the Group Policy Editor if you are using Windows 10 Education, Pro or Enterprise editions. Users of Windows 10 Home edition are out of luck regarding this way of disabling Windows 10 updates.

If you choose this solution, security updates will still be installed automatically. For all other updates, you will be notified that they are available and can install them at your convenience.

This is the way Windows update worked in the past. Today, Microsoft wants to eliminate the need for novice users to engage in updates, but it has enforced this at the cost of flexibility for more experienced users.
Follow This Steps

1. Launch the Run command (Win + R). Type in “gpedit.msc” and hit Enter to open the group policy editor.

2. Go to “Administrative Templates”.

3. Select “Windows Components” and then “Windows Update”

4. Choose the option on the right to “Configure Automatic Updates.”

5.Select the option that indicates “Notify for download and auto install”.

Click “Apply” and “OK”.

Restart your computer to finish updating the group policy editor.

Why Would I Need to Know How to Disable Windows 10 Updates?

Operating system, driver, and application updates can often lead to unexpected behavior on the computer on which they are installed. One way to protect yourself and your machine from unanticipated problems is to perform a backup before installing updates to your system.

Unfortunately, when automatic updates are being installed without your approval, you cannot take this precautionary step and face the possibility of having to resort to an older backup if you need to go back past the update.

Many updates need to reboot your machine when complete and certainly take up bandwidth while downloading. This can lead to slower response time and unforeseen reboots that can cause havoc with your work life. So there are indeed valid reasons to turn off automatic updates in Windows 10. Just be careful not to turn the service off

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