Windows 10 disabling updates. Video: Three Ways to Disable Automatic Driver Installation

An important component of Windows is the Update Center, which regularly checks for new system drivers and packages. If a new one is found, then Windows informs about it by displaying a text notification. Many users treat such messages with disdain. But you should not ignore them, unless there are good reasons for this, since when updating the OS, system errors of various kinds are eliminated and the stability and security of the system as a whole increases.

We all know that all operating systems of the Windows family: XP, Vista, 7, 8 are able to update automatically. At the same time, the parameters of how to update can be configured manually if you have administrator rights. However, 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 you need at the moment, and not install 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 really need it. Microsoft developers have left the minimum in the standard settings for system updates. And in the Windows 10 Home version, this feature is completely absent - the system is always updated! Someone can benefit from such a situation, but if you have limited traffic, and updates, in general, are not needed, then this approach will "eat" your Internet and 80% 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 fix 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 update, 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 customize them as you like. Suitable only for building Windows 10 Pro, because there is a limitation in Windows 10 Home, and you cannot change Group Policy there. For "Home" see the option to change the registry.

Feature: unlike the option with disabling the "Windows Update" service, so you can start updates manually.

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

An important point: You will not see the result of changing the group policy right away. Those. after changes and rebooting the system, in the parameters " Windows Update> Advanced Options"Everything will be the same: update option" Automatically (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 update starts, which is logical - when needed, then it is checked ...

Complete disabling of auto-refresh (instruction)

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

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

On the right side, we find the item " Configuring Automatic Updates"And open it with a double click.

We see an additional settings window. We select in this window the item " Disabled"And click" OK«:

Ready! Now, to make sure everything is working, go to the update center and launch updates, then go to " Extra options"And see:

Such a disabling through 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 the item " Included"And in the activated block" Options»Select one of the options from the drop-down list:

Description of each item:

Option 2. Modifying the registry

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

Despite the fact that update management was disabled, the essence remains the same - under the hood, everything is also configurable, but now through the registry.

1. 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
2. In this section, create the "WindowsUpdate" section, and inside it the "AU" section. We go to the created section. As a result, we should be here:
   HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE \ SOFTWARE \ Policies \ Microsoft \ Windows \ WindowsUpdate \ AU
3. Next, create a key of type "DWORD" with the name "NoAutoUpdate" and value "1" (enabled):

Done, automatic updates disabled!

To check, go to “ Windows Update", Launch updates and go to" Extra 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 Service

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

You have probably already come across the enabling and disabling of services and you may 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 ...

1. Open the service manager (servises):
   press "Windows + R"> enter the command "services.msc"> press Enter> the service manager opens:
2. In a huge list, we find the service "Windows Update" (may be called "Windows Update"), open it with a double click.
3. In the column " Launch type"Choose" Disabled"And save - click OK.

Ready! Now we are trying 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 a cable, then the system automatically considers the connection to be unlimited and you simply will not have access to the settings below.

This option prohibits Windows 10 auto-updates by setting up a limited Internet connection. 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 should be done?

You need to go to: " Start> Settings> Network & Internet> Wireless & networks> Advanced options", 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 the Update Center settings

This option is only suitable for building Windows 10 Pro and will not work for Windows 10 Home users, because you cannot configure or disable updates in Home.

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

With this option, Windows will search for the necessary drivers on the LAN, without going to the Internet on the official resource of the company. This method is aimed at preventing instant download and installation of service packs and automatic system restart.

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

We select the item " Notify when a reboot is scheduled". By installing this function, you prevent the computer from automatically rebooting after the update.

Then, just below, we put a tick in front of “ Postpone updates". If you enable this option, Update Center will stop disturbing the user within a month.

To save traffic, you need to click on the " Choose how and when to get updates", Then set the switch" Updating from multiple locations"To position" Off».

Option 6. Block Windows 10 driver updates

This option works for all builds (Home and Pro builds). Disables not all updates, but most of them.

If you want Windows not to update its drivers on its own, and everything else works, 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, provide a choice"And below indicate" Never install drivers from Windows Update". Save - click " Save«.

Option 7. Program for hiding updates

There is a special program for Windows 10: " Win Updates Disabler " to 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 button " Further". The process of scanning for system and driver updates will start.

When scanning is over, press the button " Hide updates"(Hide updates). A window will appear on the screen displaying 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 to the program and click " Show hidden updates"(Show hidden updates), then remove the checkboxes from hidden updates.

Conclusion

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

However, we will repeat: without urgent need, you do not need to completely disable updates. Updates are needed, and sometimes 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 failures, 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 originally installed the English version). This is done very simply, in the language settings, but only if the updates are working. By default, there is no Russian 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 that you do not disable updates through services or the registry, and use, changing group policy so that, if necessary, you can quickly, clearly and simply turn on updates ...

This article shows you the different ways that you can turn off automatic system updates in the Windows 10 operating system.

 Windows Update is an essential and integral component of the Windows operating system. Windows Update regularly checks Microsoft servers for available updates, critical fixes, or device drivers. As soon as updates become available, Windows Update informs about it and offers to download and install them. This is very important as updates improve system security, performance, reliability, and stability.

Previous versions of the operating system allow you to customize the Update Center. In the settings, you can choose how to download and install updates: automatically or manually, you can also choose which updates should be installed and which should not; you can completely turn off the check for updates. This allows you to decide whether to install certain updates.

Q, Microsoft left users with no choice: edition Windows 10 Pro allows you to postpone the installation of updates only for a while, while users Windows 10 Home not even this opportunity is provided. In other words, the new version of the operating system downloads and installs updates automatically and without notifications. In principle, there is nothing wrong with that, but in reality it is not at all true. Updates often cause various problems, for example, after installing the next update, the system simply stops loading.

Still, in Windows 10 it is possible to take control of the system update process. The rest of the article describes all possible methods that will work in all editions of the operating system: Windows 10 Home, Pro, etc.

Configuring Windows Update using the "Advanced options" section (except for the Home edition)

Using this method, you can postpone the automatic download of some updates for at least some time, and also prevent the computer from restarting automatically. You cannot completely disable or block updates using this method.

Open the "Options" panel by clicking the button on the taskbar "Start" and choose "Options"

You can also open the Options panel by pressing the keyboard shortcut + I

In the panel that opens "Options" choose Update and Security

In chapter Windows Update Press "Extra options"

In the advanced options, select "Notify when a reboot is scheduled"... This action will prevent Windows from automatically restarting your computer after downloading and installing updates.

Also turn off the option "When updating Windows, provide updates for other Microsoft products" by clearing the corresponding checkbox.

Now activate the parameter "Postpone Updates" by checking the appropriate box. When this option is enabled, new updates will not be downloaded and installed for several days or months, with the exception of security updates.

In the window "Choose how and when to get updates" set the switch "Update from multiple locations" in a state "Off"... This will help in saving Internet traffic, since this function works on the principle of P2P technology or torrent clients, which is described

Disable automatic loading of device drivers

Windows 10 allows you to prevent the automatic download and installation of drivers.

To do this, press the key combination + R and in the dialog box that opens Execute enter the command:

rundll32 newdev.dll, DeviceInternetSettingUi

Press the key Enter↵

In the opened window "Device Installation Options" first select "No, provide a choice.", and then "Never install drivers from Windows Update"... Click the button Save

After that, Windows will always look for and install drivers from the computer, and the system will only contact the Update Center if a suitable driver is not found on the hard disk.

Hide or block updates with
Show or hide updates tool

Even before the official release of Windows 10, Microsoft released a program Show or hide updates, which returns to the system the ability to hide unnecessary driver updates or system updates.

Download the tool Show or hide updates on

Then press "Hide updates".

On the next screen, select the updates you want to hide from the list, and then press "Further"... If you later want to return hidden updates, instead of "Hide updates" select option "Show hidden updates"

Setting up a wireless network as a metered connection

This is one way to prevent Windows 10 from automatically downloading and installing updates. To prevent the system from downloading new updates, you just need to set up your internet connection as a metered connection.

Open the panel "Options" and choose "Network and Internet"

In chapter "Wi-Fi" go to "Extra options"

Set the switch "Set as metered connection" into position "On".

Windows 10 will no longer automatically download and install new updates as long as your internet connection is set to metered.

Configuring updates in the local editor
Group Policy and Registry Editor

Although Microsoft removed the ability to control the download of updates, the update settings through the Local Group Policy Editor still work.

In edition Windows 10 Home missing, but if you have version Pro, you can enable either download and install notifications, auto download and install notifications, or auto download and install on a schedule.

Note. Because Microsoft has completely replaced the old Update Center with a new modern application, Group Policy settings or registry tweaks do not take effect immediately. Even after restarting your computer or executing a command, you will not see any changes in the Windows Update window. That is, if you open the update settings, you will find that the option is still enabled there. "Automatic (Recommended)".

So how do you force Windows 10 to apply Group Policy or a registry change? It's actually very simple. You just need to click a button in Windows Update.

As soon as you click this button, the system will immediately apply the changes, and when you open advanced options in Windows Update, you will see that the new settings have been successfully applied.

To make changes in the Local Group Policy Editor, press the keyboard shortcut + R and in the dialog box that opens Execute enter the command:

Press the key Enter↵

In the Local Group Policy Editor window, follow the following path:

Computer Configuration -> Administrative Templates ->
Windows Components -> Windows Update

On the right side of the window, double-click the policy setting "Configuring Automatic Updates"

In the window that opens, click "Included", and in the section "Options" choose one of the suggested options:

■ 2 - download and install notifications
■ 3 - automatic download and installation notifications
■ 4 - automatic download and installation on a schedule
■ 5 - Allow local administrator to select options

Click the button OK

By choosing the latter option, you will be able to select options from the drop-down list on the Windows Update settings page.

By choosing the first option, when new updates appear, the system will notify you about them with help, and when you click on such a notification, a Windows Update window will open with a list of new updates and the ability to download them.

■ If you need to completely disable updates, use the Registry Editor.

Execute enter the command:

Press the key Enter↵

In Registry Editor, navigate to the following section:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE \ SOFTWARE \ Policies \ Microsoft \ Windows

Create a new section in the section and name it WindowsUpdate.

Create another section (subsection) in WindowsUpdate and call it AU to get the following registry key as a result:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE \ SOFTWARE \ Policies \ Microsoft \ Windows \ WindowsUpdate \ AU

Now select the section AU and on the right side of the window create a new parameter DWORD (32 bits) With name NoAutoUpdate and give it the value 1.

Parameter NoAutoUpdate with a value of 1 is the same as if in the local group policy editor set the value "Disabled".

Close the registry editor, open Windows Update and press the button Check for Updates to apply the changes.

When you open the advanced options for Windows Update, you will see that the update check is no longer functional.

To return everything as it was, simply remove the parameter NoAutoUpdate or set the value to 0

Disable Windows Update Service

Another method that allows you to block 100% downloading and installing updates in Windows 10.

Press the keyboard shortcut + R and in the dialog box that opens Execute enter the command:

One of the undoubted disadvantages of the Windows 10 operating system is its obsessive desire to update without the user's desire. And this often happens at the wrong time. Or updates installed by the system on its own not only did not improve the work, but also broke some functions. Therefore, it is logical that the user wants to interfere with the automatic update process and disable it, or at least enable it on schedule.

How to turn off automatic updates in Windows 10

We immediately warn you that each method described below has limitations in the editions of the operating system. Recall that Windows 10 has 11 of them:

• Home;
• Home for one language;
• Home with Bing;
• Professional;
• S (Professional configuration);
• Mobile;
• Corporate;
• Corporate with long-term service;
• For educational institutions;
• Mobile corporate;
• Io T Home.

More details about editions and their functions can be found.

Now let's look at 3 main ways to disable the update.

Turn off the update center (service)

We act in stages:

Now about the versions. This method is suitable for Professional, Home and Corporate.

Disable via Local Group Policy Editor

The following method is only suitable for Windows 10 Professional and Enterprise.

1. Search again, this time we start to enter "Group .." and click on the control panel item already offered to us.
2. In the editor, go to the "Computer configuration" branch. Next is the "Administrative Templates" folder. Here we are looking for "Windows Components". And finally - "Windows Update". In the window on the right, select the item "Configure automatic updates".
3. Click on "Change policy setting". In this window, activate the "Disabled" item. Apply changes, close.

By deleting from the registry

Well, the third method, which will not work only in the Home version, is through the Windows 10 Registry Editor.

Programs to turn off Windows 10 update

Since many users are dissatisfied with the "independence" of Windows 10, programs for interfering with the work of the system were not long in coming. Among others - Win Updates Disabler. One of the undoubted advantages of this utility is that it is free. However, before downloading and installing a version of this program, it is worth checking it for viruses so as not to harm the system. In use, the program is intuitively simple and straightforward - put a tick in front of the desired item (the program of the same name) and apply the changes.

The program will automatically disable the interfering firewall and system defender, but for this you must act as an administrator when installing and using the program.

Among similar programs, Windows Update Blocker is also in demand. However, you will have to pay for its use.

The official Windows utility for managing updates

There are suggestions that the Windows developers themselves realized that the intrusiveness of the system is slightly annoying, and standard tools complicate the management of this process for an ordinary user, or even block it altogether. Moreover, situations began to arise when the updates that came not only did not improve the system, but also broke some of its functions. Therefore, the developers themselves have created a utility to block updates.

The program is called Show or hide updates.

There is one but: only those updates that you have not installed are shown. This means that if an undesirable update has already been installed in the system, then first it must be removed (by system means) and only after that it must be hidden with the utility.

Video: how to disable Windows 10 updates

How to enable automatic updates

We have already mentioned how to resume the automatic update service above.

When working with Windows policies, the sequence of actions is the same as when turning them off, only this time we need the "Enabled" item.

Now let's talk about update management and possible problems with it.

Configuring Automatic Updates

It is likely that you are satisfied with the automatic system updates, but you just want to control their schedule. Then you should follow these steps:

1. In the Search, we are looking for "Parameters".
2. Go to "Update and Security".
3. By clicking on "Advanced options", we will be able to choose the appropriate way to install updates from the two available: automatically or after notification of a reboot.

   Also, as you can see, we can select "Postpone updates" - in this case, downloading and installing updates will be disabled for a while.

4. Well, to view the updates installed on your computer, you can go to "Programs and Features" and find the item "Installed Updates" there. Here, the user can delete the desired update.

Windows Update won't open

This situation can arise due to a malfunction of the entire system. The problem that has arisen can be solved in a universal way - through the Windows Troubleshooter tool.

1. In Search, enter the name of the instrument and click on the result of the same name.

   Select the highlighted item

2. Here we select the item "System and Security", and in it - the first sub-item.

   We select the first sub-item in the item "System and Security"

3. Before us is the Windows Update window. Now we check that there is a check mark under the "Advanced" link (as in the picture below), and click Next, then Next again.

   Check the box and select "Run as ..."

4. Now we are waiting. What is happening now: The bug fix tool is stopping the update service; renames the folder where the update cache is stored; restarts the service. Upon completion of these actions, the result will be displayed on the screen as in the picture below.

   Before us is a report: what the tool found, what it fixed

5. Close the fix tool and try to install updates again.

So, both standard Windows tools and third-party utilities, which are simple and straightforward to manage, are available to an ordinary user to manage automatic system updates. It is impossible to say unequivocally whether the system update brings benefits or harm - for everyone it is subjective. But, nevertheless, it will never be superfluous to customize automatic updates for the peculiarities of your computer. The main thing is to follow the instructions and do not forget that you always work with system files and services at your own peril and risk.

One of the aspects that Microsoft can't get to think about is Windows Updates. The situation with subsequent updates has improved, but not as much as we would like, and windows 10 updates are still a poorly customizable feature. A significant number of users are constantly trying to avoid Microsoft spyware. Many also try to disable windows 10 updates due to lack of internet traffic, because these updates eat up the entire limited plan from sim cards. Some people are annoyed by the creepy brakes when updating the system. Let's look at three methods that are suitable for windows 10 Home, Pro, Enterprise editions.

1. Use metered connections

If you use the Internet via WiFi, then you can use the "metered connections" function. Windows 10 will automatically stop and disable downloading updates on your computer.

1. Open " Options".
2. Click " Network and Internet".
3. In the left pane, select " WiFi".
4. Click on the name of your Wi-Fi network.
5. Scroll down to " Limited connections".
6. Move the switch to " On".

2. Using the Group Policy Editor

Unfortunately, "metered connections" does not work if you are using an Ethernet cable for the Internet. Instead, you should use the Group Policy Editor:

1. Click on Win + R.
2. Enter gpedit.msc and press Enter.
3. Click " Computer configuration".
4. Select " Administrative Templates".
5. Click " All parameters".
6. Scroll down to " Configuring Automatic Updates"and double-click the entry.
7. Select " Included" in the top left corner.
8. Select " Notify about download and unattended installation".
9. Click " Apply".

3. Disable through registry editor

In the Windows 10 Home edition, there is no group policy, so we will disable updates through the registry.

1. Click on Win + R.
2. Enter regedit.
3. Follow the path HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE \ SOFTWARE \ Policies \ Microsoft \ Windows.
4. In folder Windows, create a section WindowsUpdate.
5. In folder WindowsUpdate, create a section AU.
6. On the right in the box, create a parameter DWORD 32 bit With name NoAutoUpdate and the value 1 .

4. Postpone and disable windows 10 updates

Surely you are working at a computer or laptop and you receive patches from microsoft, which begin to heavily load the entire system and you do not know what to do. thanks to the new function, you can pause windows 10 updates for 35 days, which is a humane way to get rid of all the brakes and incomprehensible downloads.

• Go to " Windows update"and on the right select" Extra options".

Scrolling down, you will see the line " pause updates"and drag the slider to On.

5. Win Update Stop utility

Microsoft recently announced that there will be system updates, and it will not be possible to disable them forever, only to postpone them for a while. All methods for disabling with different versions of Windows work every other time. It remains to resort to third-party processes, and the Win Update Stop program came in handy. You don't need to go to the registry settings and do it manually. Just one click of a button and the updates will be permanently stopped on your computer. And you can turn them on whenever you want. Supports all editions of Windows 10 / 8.1 / 7. NoVirusThanks is well known for using useful utilities for Windows users and Win Update Stop is no exception. Download the program from the official website NoVirusThanks.

In this material I step by step, with pictures I'll tell you about How can you disable Update in Windows 10... This problem did not exist in previous versions of the operating system from Microsoft, since there were slightly different settings for the update system. Among other things, they provided for disabling updates completely OS. The current version of Windows at the level of settings for an ordinary user is completely deprived of such an opportunity. Moreover, only owners of a rarer version of Windows 10 - Professional can postpone at least some updates (by the way, security updates cannot be disabled there in the usual way). Owners of the home (Home) "dozens" and cannot postpone any updates to their operating system at all.

In general, personally, I am not one of those eternally disgruntled people who endlessly grumble about the capabilities of their Windows and curse Microsoft for whatever it is. I will express a seditious thought for many: actually I even understand why the developers of the "dozen" removed the ability to disable updates... First of all, it is related to safety the users themselves. Any information security professional will tell you that outdated, constantly not updated software is the most common cause of computer infections. Moreover, if you even have three cool antivirus programs at once, but at the same time do not update your operating system and programs, then the chances of getting into trouble will be higher than that of an updated system with one, not even the best antivirus. In general, summing up this paragraph, I will summarize my thought briefly: in my opinion, do not turn off Windows 10 update just like that... This "top ten" feature ensures that your operating system remains as invulnerable as possible to cybercriminals. In addition, along with updates, the work of the system improves, new interesting opportunities appear.

When is it worth turning off Windows 10 update

As I said, I personally think that disabling Windows 10 Update makes sense. only in really important cases... For example, this can be done if for some time you need to guarantee the uninterrupted operation of your computer by 1000%. Let's say you have an emergency at work, and you need to do a lot on your Windows 10 in a short time. Of course, in such a situation, the very assumption of a possible prolonged reboot in connection with the installation of updates will make you nervous. Here, for reliability, you can turn off this option for a day or two and not worry about a possible forced downtime of the car.

How to disable Windows Update 10

Now let's move on to step by step instructions with pictures dedicated to How can you temporarily turn off Windows 10 Update completely... This can only be done by making changes to the work of system services. it requires special care and focus, because if you turn off something wrong, then the entire operating system may not work properly.

So that for a while stop updating Windows 10, we follow only 6 very simple steps. Step by step we need to do the following:

1. RIGHT-click on the menu " Start».
2. Select in the opened list of elements 8 the item " Computer management».

1. In the left menu, expand the "Services and Applications" item and select " Services».

1. A list of all Windows 10 services will appear on the right. You need to scroll to the very end and find the penultimate (maybe another in order) item " Windows 10 update". Double click on it with the mouse.

1. A new window "Properties: Windows 10 Update (Local Computer)" opens.
2. In this new window, we need the item " Launch type". By default, I have the value "Manual" (this is on Windows 10 Pro, and on the standard Home it can be "Automatic"). We change this parameter to " Disabled"And click" OK».

That's all. Windows Update 10 is completely turned off... After that, you can check how it works when you try to find updates. Open the Update Center (All Options - Update and Security) and click "Check for Updates".

Personally, I finally, after all the above steps, just in case, I rebooted the computer and after that I made sure again that Windows 10 Update remained turned off. Everything worked. I will add that in the disabled state, the "dozens" updates will now remain until they are manually turned back on. Don't forget to do this! You can restore the operation of the Update Center using the same instructions. The only item that will be different is "Startup type": to enable Windows 10 updates in it, instead of "Disabled", you must return the "Manual" parameter and do not forget to press the " OK».