Prevent Windows 10 updates. Setting up a limited Internet connection

That is, those who switched to Windows 10 as part of a free upgrade offer from Microsoft continue to encounter numerous troubles associated with a “raw” system, and one of them is the difficulty of disabling automatic updates of the Windows 10 operating system.

Windows 10 fully automatically analyzes the availability, downloads and installs upgrades, and most importantly, “Ten” users cannot disable automatic updates in Windows 10 using the usual methods that work effectively in earlier versions of the OS, because the developers this time have significantly complicated this process. But you can still turn off this function completely or force the system to update only manually.

The instructions described below detail all the steps for implementing methods on how to disable automatic updating of Windows 10, since various system errors often appear after the upgrade process, and significant inconvenience is brought to users by the obligatory need to restart the computer almost after every upgrade (especially during a person performing important and urgent work). An important negative consequence concerns mobile Internet users due to the consumption of traffic. And this is just a small part of the large list of reasons not to receive updates to Windows 10, as well as master the techniques for solving the problem: “How to disable the Windows 10 update?”

Choosing methods for solving the problem posed

To successfully resolve the issue in Windows 10 of how to disable the downloading and installation of system upgrades, you must use the administrative capabilities of the OS or special applications that are designed specifically for this purpose. It is necessary to warn that third-party utilities require special caution when using them, since some programs perform additional background functions (hidden from the eyes of the computer owner) in the interests of their developers, which do not coincide with the user's interests at all.

At the same time, a disabled Update Center is only a “bait” in the hands of scammers.

Turn off the update center service

The following algorithm of procedures successfully copes with the task in all versions of Windows 10, except for “Pro” (for the Pro version, a working method using the local group policy editor will be given below in this instruction). Completing all the steps in these guides will ensure that the system will not be able to download and install packages until the PC owner himself reactivates this function.

For this purpose, it is necessary to perform the following sequence of actions:

Turn off automatic updates through the Local Group Policy Editor

It should be noted that the instructions below are only effective for Windows 10 Pro and Enterprise,

The following actions must be taken:

Turn it off using a third-party application

The following steps are required:

How to disable updating to Windows 10?

This problem, as well as quickly solving the question of how to disable the system upgrade offer, can be done manually.

An important component of Windows is Update, which regularly checks for new drivers and system packages. If a new one is found, Windows reports this by displaying a text notification. Many users treat such messages with disdain. But you still shouldn’t ignore them unless there are compelling reasons, since updating the OS eliminates various types of system errors and increases the stability and security of the system as a whole.

We all know that all operating systems of the Windows family: XP, Vista, 7, 8 can be updated automatically. However, the settings for how to update can be configured manually if you have administrator rights. But you can also check and install updates not automatically, but manually.

When updating manually, you can choose which packages to install and which not. This feature allows you to install only what is needed at the moment, and not install what is unnecessary (for example, additional languages). This is very convenient when the Internet is limited: low speed or limited traffic.

In Windows 10, the update situation looks different: it is almost impossible to refuse updates, even if you absolutely need it. Microsoft developers left the minimum in the standard settings for system updates. But in the Windows 10 Home version this feature is completely absent - the system is always updated! This situation is beneficial for some, but if you have limited traffic, and updates, in general, are not needed, then this approach will “eat up” your Internet and 80% of it unnecessarily. Here, it is better to completely disable all auto-updates, but doing this in Windows 10 is not as easy as it was in previous versions.

It is worth noting that some updates designed to correct problems in the operating system slow down the computer. And it is not always possible to get rid of them by rolling back to the last checkpoint. And this is perhaps another reason not to upgrade, as Windows 10 offers.

Below you will find different options on how to turn off automatic updates in Windows 10.

Allows you to completely disable updates or configure them as you wish. Suitable only for the Windows 10 Pro build, because Windows 10 Home has a limitation and you cannot change group policy there. For “Home”, see the option to change the registry.

Feature: unlike the option of disabling the Windows Update service, this way you can run updates manually.

This option allows you to configure updates at a low level, not through the usual interface. This is the most flexible option because it has a large selection of settings.

Important point: You will not see the results of changing Group Policy immediately. Those. after the changes and reboot the system, in the parameters " Windows Update > Advanced options"everything will be the same: update option " Automatic (recommended)", will be, as before, in place. To see the changes, you need to run the update check once. This happens because the policy settings are checked immediately before the updates begin, which is logical - when necessary, then they are checked...

Completely disabling auto-renewal (instructions)

Let's open the Local Group Policy Editor. To do this:

click " Windows+R"> enter “ gpedit.msc"> press Enter > we see the editor window and in the left column go to the section:
« Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates -> Windows Components -> Windows Update«

On the right side we find the item “ Setting up automatic updates" and open it by double clicking.

We see an additional settings window. In this window, select the item “ Disabled" and click " OK«:

Ready! Now, to make sure that everything is working, go to the update center and run updates, then go to “ Additional options" and we see:

Such a disabling via Group Policy adds an entry to the registry, the addition of which is described in the option with changing the registry...

Other options for changing local group policy

In the additional settings window, you can select “ Included" and in the activated block " Options» select one of the options from the drop-down list:

Description of each item:

Option 2: Changing the registry

This option completely disables auto-updates, as if in earlier versions you had set the option: “ Don't check for updates". Unlike disabling the service, you will be able to run updates manually. Does the same thing as changing the local policy, if you select the type " Disabled“, only for the Windows 10 Home build, local policy is not available and changing the registry will solve the problem.

Despite the fact that update management was disabled, the essence remained the same - everything is still configured under the hood, but now through the registry.

Open the registry editor:
Press “Windows + R” > enter “regedit” > press Enter > see the registry editor and go to the section there:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows
In this section we create a “WindowsUpdate” section, and inside it a “AU” section. We go to the created section. As a result, we should end up here:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate\AU
Next, create a key of type “DWORD” with the name “NoAutoUpdate” and the value “1” (enabled):

Done, automatic updates are disabled!

To check, go to “ Windows Update", launch updates and go to " Additional options", and we see the installed option " Don't check for updates (not recommended)«:

If you need to return everything back, then simply set the value of the “NoAutoUpdate” key to zero - “0”.

Option 3: Disable Windows Update

This option is the toughest and most fundamental. It is the same as the option with the registry completely disables auto-updates and in addition all possible updates .

You've probably already encountered enabling and disabling services and perhaps already know how to do it. In this option, you just need to find and disable the “Windows Update” service, which is responsible for all updates in the system: no working service - no problem...

Open the services manager:
press “Windows + R” > enter the command “services.msc” > press Enter > service manager opens:
In the huge list, we find the “Windows Update” service (may be called “Windows Update”) and open it by double-clicking.
In the column " Startup type» select « Disabled"and save - click OK.

Ready! Now we try to run updates in " Windows Update"and we see error 0x80070422 - updates do not work!

Option 4. Limiting Wi-Fi Internet connection

This method is only suitable if your computer or laptop connects to the Internet via Wi-Fi and not via a network cable. If you are connected via cable, the system automatically considers the connection unlimited and you simply will not have access to the settings below.

This option prevents Windows 10 auto-updates by establishing a limited connection to the Internet. Those. we will tell Windows 10 that our connection is limited and a respectable system will not download new updates, so as not to spoil all the raspberries for you...

What needs to be done?

You need to go to: " Start > Settings > Network and Internet > Wireless & networks > Advanced settings", then in the window that opens, turn on the switch for the item " Set as metered connection«:

After completing these steps, Windows 10 will no longer automatically download and install updates as long as the connection is considered limited/metered.

If you still need to update system files or drivers, you need to return the switch to its place - turn off the metered connection.

Option 5: Change Update Center settings

This option will only work for Windows 10 Pro builds and won't work for Windows 10 Home users because you can't set up or turn off updates in Home.

This option blocks most updates, but not all. In addition, the download will only be delayed for a while (1 month).

With this option, Windows will search for the necessary drivers locally, without going online to the company’s official resource. This method is aimed at preventing the instant download and installation of update packages and automatically restarting the system.

In order to change the Update Center settings, go to “ Start > Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update", then click “ Additional options".

Select the item “ Notify when reboot is scheduled". By installing this function, you prevent the computer from automatically restarting after the update.

Then, a little lower, put a tick in front of “ Defer updates". When this option is enabled, the Update Center will stop bothering the user within a month.

To save traffic, you need to click on the " Choose how and when to receive updates", then set the switch " Update from multiple places" to position " Off».

Option 6: Block Windows 10 driver updates

This option fits all builds (Home and Pro builds). It doesn't disable all updates, but most of them.

If you want Windows to not update its drivers on its own, but everything else to work, you need to take a few simple steps:

Press “Windows + R” > enter the command “rundll32 newdev.dll,DeviceInternetSettingUi” > press “Enter” or the “OK” button:

A window will open in which you need to select “ No, give a choice" and below indicate " Never install drivers from Windows Update". Save - click " Save«.

Option 7. Program to hide updates

There is a special program for Windows 10: “ Win Updates Disabler", which will help the user hide unnecessary updates to the operating system or individual drivers.

First you need to download the program, run it and click on the “ Next". The scanning process for system updates and drivers will begin.

When scanning is completed, click on the " Hide updates» (Hide updates). A window will appear on the screen with a list of possible updates. To hide updates and not install them in the future, you need to check the box in front of each of them. You can also return updates back: go into the program and click “ Show hidden updates"(Show hidden updates), then uncheck hidden updates.

Conclusion

Using the methods presented above, you can prevent the automatic download and installation of Windows 10 drivers and service packs. You can use any of the listed methods or apply them in combination. This may be useful if one of the methods for a particular OS build is not suitable or does not work.

However, we repeat: unless absolutely necessary, there is no need to completely disable updates. Updates are needed, and sometimes they are very necessary! Windows 10 is a relatively unstable system, so patches and updates will appear constantly. And if they are not installed, this can lead to system crashes, loss of information or other software problems.

A simple example: you want to change the Windows interface language from English to Russian (let's say you initially installed the English version). This can be done very simply in the language settings, but only if the updates work. By default, there is no Russian language package in the system, and if you have disabled the update service, then you will not be able to install the Russian language package until the service is enabled... And this is just one example of many... Therefore, we We recommend not disabling updates through services or the registry, and take advantage of changing group policy so that, if necessary, you can quickly, clearly and easily enable updates...

Any operating system, even the newest one, is in constant modernization mode. Windows 10 is no exception: developers add features, improve security, and fix bugs. Unfortunately, not all updates have a beneficial effect on the operation of the OS, so sometimes it is better to disable the update.

In Windows 7 and 8/8.1, the user could independently manage. But how to disable Windows 10 updates if the default is to upgrade without notifying the user? This can be done, but only with the use of administration tools or special software.

How to disable Windows 10 update

Disabling a service

The easiest way to disable automatic updates is to deactivate the Windows Update service. This method works on all editions of Windows 10: corporate, professional and home.

After deactivating a service, the system will not be able to find and install new components until you allow it to do so again.

Setting up an update

Another reliable way to deactivate the upgrade function is to make changes to the Tens configuration through the Group Policy Editor. The method only works in the Pro edition, but it works flawlessly.

To apply the configuration, you need to go to the update center and click on the “Check Availability” button.

Don't worry, nothing else will be installed without your knowledge. The system will find available updates, but you will make the decision to install them yourself.

Deactivation via the registry

The Home edition does not have the ability to use the Group Policy Editor, so the steps described above will have to be performed through the system registry. The main thing here is to be careful and correctly assign names and values to parameters, then everything will work out:

After all the manipulations with the partitions, you should get the path HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate\AU. Now you need to create a new parameter inside the “AU” section:

To make sure the method works, go to the advanced options. The upgrade method selection menu will be unavailable.

Creating a metered connection

In Windows 10, it is possible to set up a metered Internet connection. The initial purpose of this option is to save traffic. We are interested in the fact that with a limited connection, new components stop loading.

The only disadvantage of this method is that it only works on computers that connect to the Internet via a wireless network. If the connection is established via an Ethernet cable, the limited connection will not be established.

Prohibition on installing drivers

Not only system components are updated, but also hardware drivers. It's a good thing, but a thoughtless update often leads to device malfunctions. Therefore, it is better to update drivers manually, downloading them from the official website of the developer, and it is recommended to turn off automatic updating.

These are the main ways to manage the upgrade of Windows 10 components and connected hardware drivers. Some methods are not particularly obvious: for example, it is difficult to guess that to disable a system upgrade you need to establish a metered connection. However, all the described methods have been tested and work, so now you can decide for yourself whether the “top ten” needs another upgrade.

It is highly recommended not to completely abandon upgrading Windows 10. As a result of fixing errors, system performance improves, updating security tools improves the level of computer security. In addition, if you use the built-in antivirus, it will also not be updated, which will create a serious hole in the OS’s defenses. Therefore, the most adequate option is to manually select the upgrades that you are ready to accept.

If in earlier versions of Windows - Xp, 7, 8, 8.1 it was possible to easily disable forced updates through the control panel, then in the "top ten" Microsoft decided to remove this option.

In fact, in theory, updates should be beneficial. Errors are eliminated, holes in the system are closed, and security is improved.

But, in fact, there are many disadvantages:

After updates, the computer often starts to glitch in different ways— driver conflicts appear, or even the computer stops booting altogether, going into a cyclic reboot. Such cases are not isolated. As a computer technician, I was called many times with complaints that the PC began to work incorrectly after installing updates on the top ten.
This happens especially often on computers where Windows 10 was not installed “clean”, but by updating from Windows 7 or 8.
The most likely reason for this is that Windows automatically updates not only the system, but also the drivers for your devices. So I recommend disabling at least the function in Windows 10.
Also, if your Windows 10 is pirated, then after updates it may fly off license, causing unnecessary problems with re-activation.
Another argument in favor of disabling updates is that if you, for example, have a 3G modem with low speed, then downloading the update may completely clog your narrow internet channel. Windows doesn’t care that at this very moment, you need to urgently use the Internet more than ever.
You have limited data plan on the Internet? The Windows Update service can gobble up all your monthly traffic in a couple of days, which will cause severe negativity and damage to your nervous system.
On weak computers suddenly receiving updates will eat up all system resources and, accordingly, will not contribute to their performance.

How to disable Windows 10 Update.

The easiest way to neutralize automatic Windows 10 updates is to disable the corresponding service. It is called “Windows Update”.

How to do it:

Ready! After restarting, Windows 10 Update will be disabled. Updates will not be installed until you enable the service in question again.

I'm glad that this method works in all versions of Windows, including home and for one language.

Disabling Windows 10 updates using special programs

For those who don’t want to delve into the settings at all, there are a number of programs for disabling Windows 10 updates. Also, this method will be of interest to computer technicians and system administrators, i.e. those who install Windows on different computers almost every day, and for whom this procedure is a routine.

I personally use the program “Win Updates Disabler v1.4”. The interface is indecently simple - just check the box next to the desired action, and you're done!

Simple and convenient. You can download the program (portable version) on my website at . Before uploading, I checked the file on virustotal. Or, look on the official website site2unblock.. Although, what else can you come up with in such a simple program :)

Also, through this program you can disable Windows Defender, Firewall and Security Center.

Disable automatic Windows 10 updates through the User Group Policy Editor.

This method is more complicated and is not suitable for everyone, but only for owners of Windows 10 Pro and Enterprise editions. Therefore, I will describe it in a separate article.

Windows 10 updates are disabled!

In principle, if you have a licensed Windows installed “clean”, a wide Internet channel, a powerful computer, it is not necessary to disable updates. Even, I would say, undesirable.

It is also highly advisable to leave updates enabled on work computers with high security requirements.

One of the above methods for disabling Windows 10 updates probably helped you. If not, ask questions in the comments, and we’ll try to find a solution together!

Not every user wants their operating system to be constantly updated, because new builds often introduce instability into the operation of the computer. Therefore, read this article on how to disable automatic updates in Windows 10.

Shutdown

Using the Services utility

After completing all the steps, which can also be viewed in the video, any attempt to request updates on the Microsoft server will fail.

In the Registry Editor

Watch the video to see how to use Registry Editor to disable automatic updates.

In Options

Important! With this method, security updates will still be downloaded and installed on your computer.

In the local group policy editor

Important! This method only works for Windows 10 Pro and Enterprise.

Disabling updates using the Local Group Policy Editor is considered the most reliable way.

To check if the changes have taken effect, go to the Settings app and search for updates. In manual mode, Windows 10 should find them. But at the same time, they will not be automatically searched and installed. The process is described in more detail in the video.

RMB on the Start menu → Settings application → Network and Internet → Wi-Fi → Advanced settings → in the “Limited connection” block, set the switch to the “on” position.

Programs

To simplify the process of disabling automatic downloading and installation of updates, use special programs. The simplest utility, in which there is nothing superfluous, is . It is free and works reliably. Download it from the official website, run it, check the “Disable Windows Updates” box and click Apply Now.

Enabling

Enabling Windows 10 updates follows the same sequence as disabling them. Reset all settings to default and disable limited connection for Wi-Fi.

Conclusion

If you want to disable automatic search and installation of updates for Windows 10, there are several ways to do this. The most reliable one is in the Local Group Policies Registry, but this option is only available for OS versions – Pro and Enterprise. Also use special programs that will do everything automatically.