Greetings everyone, glad to have you on my blog! I have prepared a comprehensive tutorial on how to disable auto updates in Windows 10. We all know that automatic updates can be disruptive and bothersome, especially if they interrupt us at inconvenient moments. Let’s get started and acquire the ability to manage Windows 10 updates!
Step 1: Accessing the Services
The first step is to access the Services panel. You can do this by pressing the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box. In the dialog box, type “services.msc” (without the quotes) and press Enter. This will open the Services window.
Step 2: Locating Windows Update Service
Next, you need to locate the Windows Update service in the Services window. Scroll down the list until you find “Windows Update.” Once you’ve found it, right-click on it and select “Properties.”
Step 3: Disabling the Service
In the Properties window, you’ll see a drop-down menu next to “Startup type.” By default, it should be set to “Automatic.” To disable automatic updates, simply select “Disabled” from the drop-down menu. Once you’ve made the change, click on “Apply” and then “OK.”
Step 4: Stopping the Service
Now, you need to stop the Windows Update service. To do this, right-click on the Windows Update service again and select “Stop.” This will temporarily halt the service, preventing it from automatically updating your system.
Step 5: Restarting the Service (Optional)
If at any point you want to enable automatic updates again, you can simply follow the same steps and select “Automatic” in the Startup type drop-down menu. To restart the Windows Update service, right-click on it and select “Start.”
And that’s it! You’ve successfully disabled the Windows 10 auto update feature. Now, you have full control over when and how your system gets updated.
Before we conclude, I want to remind you that disabling Windows 10 auto update comes with some risks. Regular updates are essential for keeping your system secure and up-to-date with the latest features and bug fixes. It’s important to manually check for updates from time to time and ensure that your system is adequately protected.
I hope you found this guide helpful! If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to leave a comment below. Happy updating!
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