Disable the Windows Update service
One way to disable Windows updates is by stopping the Windows Update service. Here’s how you can do it:
Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
Type “services.msc” and press Enter to open the Services window.
Scroll down and locate the “Windows Update” service.
Right-click on the service and select “Properties.”
In the Properties window, change the “Startup type” to “Disabled.”
Click on “Apply” and then “OK” to save the changes.
By disabling the Windows Update service, you prevent Windows from automatically checking for and installing updates. However, remember that this method only disables the service temporarily and will not prevent updates from being installed when the service is enabled again.
Thanks! I started my computer today and the first thing was a MS message telling me my computer hasn't been totally set up yet (I've had it since 2016) and asking if I want to complete it, I clicked the "later" option, then came here to find your post! Done!
I’ve only tread the subject headline but I would only imagine this only applies to windows pc that has crowdstrike installed. Which are typically corp envs that use it fo> r tracking their employees keystrokes or “cyber security”
Disable the Windows Update service One way to disable Windows updates is by stopping the Windows Update service. Here’s how you can do it:
Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box. Type “services.msc” and press Enter to open the Services window. Scroll down and locate the “Windows Update” service. Right-click on the service and select “Properties.” In the Properties window, change the “Startup type” to “Disabled.” Click on “Apply” and then “OK” to save the changes. By disabling the Windows Update service, you prevent Windows from automatically checking for and installing updates. However, remember that this method only disables the service temporarily and will not prevent updates from being installed when the service is enabled again.
Thanks! I started my computer today and the first thing was a MS message telling me my computer hasn't been totally set up yet (I've had it since 2016) and asking if I want to complete it, I clicked the "later" option, then came here to find your post! Done!
Mine has randomly done that to me for years now, I just click later every time.
Yup, Mine do it randomly and i'm always like "if there isnt anything set up by now its not something I want set up"
I’ve only tread the subject headline but I would only imagine this only applies to windows pc that has crowdstrike installed. Which are typically corp envs that use it fo> r tracking their employees keystrokes or “cyber security”