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Press the Windows logo key + R then type gpedit.msc and click OK.
Go to “Computer Configuration” > “Administrative Templates” > “Windows Components” > “Windows Update”.
Select “Disabled” in Configured Automatic Updates on the left, and click Apply and “OK” to disable the Windows automatic update feature.
How do I permanently disable Windows 10 update?
To permanently disable automatic updates on Windows 10, use these steps:
- Open Start.
- Search for gpedit.msc and select the top result to launch the experience.
- Navigate to the following path:
- Double-click the Configure Automatic Updates policy on the right side.
- Check the Disabled option to turn off the policy.
How do I stop a Windows Update in Progress?
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- Disconnect from the Internet for a few minutes to ensure a downloading update is stopped.
- You can also stop an update in progress by clicking the “Windows Update” option in the Control Panel, and then clicking the “Stop” button.
