If you want to delay the Windows 10 version 1809 there are a few solutions that you can use. However, it is worth mentioning that some of them won’t work on particular Windows versions. More specifically, Windows 10 Pro users have access to additional options when it comes to blocking updates. We’ll give you all the details below.
Steps to block Windows 10 October Update on Windows 10 Home
Solution 1: Disable the Windows Update Service
RELATED: How to avoid Windows 10 October 2018 Update install issues
Solution 2: Set up a metered connection
Using a metered connection that limits your bandwidth allows you to block updates:
Steps to block Windows 10 October Update on Windows 10 Pro
If you’re a Windows 10 Pro user, here’s what you can do to defer this update:
Solution 1: Pause updates
For this, you need to follow this path: Settings > Updates & Security > Advanced Options > Pause updates.
This options blocks the update only for a limited period of time. If you want to block Windows 10 v1809 for a year, go to Settings > Updates & Security > Advanced Settings > click on ‘Choose when updates are installed’ > block feature updates for 365 days.
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Solution 2: Block the October Update via Group Policy
We hope these quick tips and tricks helped you. RELATED GUIDES TO CHECK OUT:
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