Applies ToWindows 11 Windows 10

In Windows 11, if you are not ready to get recommended updates, you can pause the update from being downloaded and installed. 

  1. Select Start  > Settings  > Windows Update .

  2. Select the amount of time you'd like to pause the update for.

    Note: After the pause time limit is reached, you must install the latest updates.

You must restart your device to finish installing the updates. If you're asked to restart your device while you're busy using it, you can schedule the restart for a more convenient time:

  1. Select Start  > Settings  > Windows Update 

  2. Select Schedule the restart and choose a time that's convenient for you.

    Note: You can set active hours to make sure your device only restarts for updates when you're not using your PC. Keep your PC up to date with active hours

Open Windows Update

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