01Method 1: Using the Windows Settings

  • Open the Windows Settings by clicking on the Start menu and selecting the gear icon.
  • Click on "Update & Security".
  • Select "Windows Update" from the left sidebar.
  • Click on "Advanced options".
  • Under the "Pause updates" section, select a date to pause updates until. This will temporarily disable automatic updates for the selected time period.
  • To disable automatic updates entirely, toggle the "Toggle off" button under "Automatically download updates, even over metered data connections (charges may apply)".
  • Close the Windows Settings.

02Method 2: Using the Group Policy Editor

  • Press Win + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
  • Type "gpedit.msc" and press Enter to open the Group Policy Editor.
  • Navigate to "Computer Configuration" > "Administrative Templates" > "Windows Components" > "Windows Update".
  • Double-click on "Configure Automatic Updates" in the right pane.
  • Select "Disabled" and click on "OK" to disable automatic updates.
  • Close the Group Policy Editor.

03Method 3: Using the Registry Editor

  • Press Win + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
  • Type "regedit" and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
  • Navigate to "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate".
  • Right-click on an empty space in the right pane and select "New" > "DWORD (32-bit) Value".
  • Name the new value "NoAutoUpdate" and press Enter.
  • Double-click on "NoAutoUpdate" and set the value data to "1" to disable automatic updates.
  • Click on "OK" and close the Registry Editor.

Conclusion

By following these methods, you can effectively disable automatic updates on your Windows device. Keep in mind that disabling automatic updates means you will need to manually check for updates and install them, which can be beneficial for certain scenarios. However, it's important to regularly check for updates to ensure your system stays secure and up to date.

MethodsDetails
Method 1Use the Windows Settings to disable automatic updates.
Method 2Use the Group Policy Editor to disable automatic updates.
Method 3Use the Registry Editor to disable automatic updates.
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