Microsoft - Controlling Windows 11/10 updates
Problem
You wish to prevent or control the version update of a Windows 10 or 11 installation to maintain software compatibility.
Applies to
- Windows 11/10
Resolution
Note
Using this soluition should be regarded as a temporary measure only.
InControl is a third party utility that uses existing Windows registry keys to prevent Windows being updated beyond a specified point. This may allow greater time for establishing software compatibility. Once having determined that any software required is compatible with the latest Windows update one may use the same utility to allow Windows to update to the next major version: Please visit: https://www.grc.com/incontrol.htm
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