To turn off Windows Update in the Control Panel, follow these steps:
2. Once the Control Panel opens, select “System and Security”.
3. Under the System and Security heading, choose “Windows Update”.
4. In the Windows Update window, select “Change settings” from the left side of the window.
5. In the next window, locate the section labeled “Important Updates”.
6. From the drop-down menu, choose “Never check for updates (not recommended)” to completely disable Windows Update.
7. Select “OK” to save the changes.
You will now no longer receive automatic updates from Windows Update, however, you can still manually check for and install updates at any time by opening the Windows Update window, and selecting “Check for updates”. Additionally, you may still receive notifications about important updates, but you will not be required to install them.
It is also important to note that disabling Windows Update is not recommended by Microsoft, as it could leave your computer vulnerable to security threats and other issues. If you decide to turn off Windows Update, it is highly recommended that you manually check for and install updates on a regular basis. This can be done by opening the Windows Update window and selecting “Check for updates.”