I've been using Windows 10 for a while now, but I've had to visit a technician twice in the last two years due to issues that arose after upgrading Windows, including a strange BIOS change that wasn't related to any hardware problems. I'm not very tech-savvy, and I've been looking into how to block all updates moving forward. I want to manually update Windows when I feel like it or not update at all. My main concern is whether this is safe. Am I putting myself at risk by doing this? I'd love to hear your thoughts. Thanks!
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Currently, Windows 10 isn't getting many updates anymore, so disabling them doesn't really change much. Just keep in mind that while you're not receiving regular updates, you're also missing out on important security patches that could protect your system.
I plan to stop updates on Windows 11 too because they just mess with my settings every time! If you want to stay with Windows, you might just need to find a way to manage those updates yourself, which can be annoying.
Have you looked into alternatives like the Windows 11 IoT Enterprise version? It’s supposed to be less bloated and offer better support. I haven't tried it personally, but I've heard good things about it and it might be worth checking out.
Honestly, if your PC is connected to the internet, it’s not safe to disable updates. Not having security updates leaves your system vulnerable to threats, including identity theft. You should consider migrating to Windows 11 or even a Linux distribution because Windows 10 support has officially ended, and you don’t want to risk your data.
Just so you know, Microsoft has extended security updates for free until October 2026. After that, you could pay for two more years, but if you want to stay safe, it might be time to switch to a different OS.