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How to permanently disable windows update service or any other service?

Debojit Acharjee 430 Reputation points
2024-02-13T06:07:02.4966667+00:00

I want to disable the "wuauserv" service of windows update permanently but when I disable it, this service restarts after sometime. I have also faced the same problem with some other services also. So I want to know how to permanently disable any service on Windows 11?

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  1. Hania Lian 9,116 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
    2024-02-15T05:56:31.6733333+00:00

    Hello, To permanently disable a service, you can follow these steps:

    1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
    2. Type "services.msc" and press Enter to open the Services window.
    3. Find the service you want to disable and double-click on it.
    4. In the Properties window, click on the "Stop" button to stop the service if it is currently running.
    5. In the "Startup type" drop-down menu, select "Disabled".
    6. Click on the "Apply" button and then click on "OK" to save the changes. This should permanently disable the service and prevent it from starting up again. However, please note that disabling certain services can cause issues with your system, so it's important to only disable services that you are sure you don't need. Best Regards, Hania Lian

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  2. jcy rss 5 Reputation points
    2024-03-29T13:05:49.6166667+00:00

    Update service of Windows sucks to the hell!!!

    I have a HP elitebook with Window 10 installed. Every time I turn my computer on, Windows Update run about 5 miniutes, even if last time it just finished updating. And it consume a whole core so CPU fan keep buzzing, very very anoying.

    Microsoft , I consider you one of the best software company in the world, but could you do this right?

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  3. Kapil Arya 7,771 Reputation points MVP
    2024-02-13T13:37:10.07+00:00

    Disabling Windows Update service is not recommended, as updates are essential for your system.

    For any other service, you may try setting their startup type to disabled, under registry configuration.