Stop letting automatic updates ruin your workflow. These Registry tweaks help you regain control over Windows update behavior for good.

Ensure a stable internet connection during the process. Disable or uninstall any third-party antivirus software. Use an admin account on your computer for this process. Unplug all external devices ...

Click here to download the “Windows Update Reset” batch file. After the file is downloaded, locate it in your downloads folder, right-click on the file, and choose Run as administrator from the menu.

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