Follow these steps to stop Windows 10 updates:
- Fire up the Run command ( Win + R ). Type in “services. msc” and hit Enter.
- Select the Windows Update service from the Services list.
- Click on the “General” tab and change the “Startup Type” to “Disabled”.
- Restart your machine.
How do I permanently turn off Windows 10 update?
Disable a Windows 10 Update Permanently
Double click on Windows update service to access the General settings. Select Disabled from the Startup dropdown menu. Once done, click 'Ok' and restart your PC. Performing this action will permanently disable Windows automatic updates.
How do I turn off Windows updates?
Click Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Under Windows Update, click the "Turn automatic updating on or off" link. Click the "Change Settings" link on the left. Verify that you have Important Updates set to "Never check for updates (not recommended)" and click OK.