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How do I stop Windows 7 Configuring updates?

Joe Ford

How do I stop Windows 7 Configuring updates?

Fix Windows Update Loop in Windows Vista and 7

  1. Restart the computer.
  2. Press the F8 key as soon as the computer boots, but before the Windows Vista or Windows 7 logo appears on the screen.
  3. At the Advanced Boot Options screen, select Last Known Good Configuration (advanced)
  4. Press Enter.

How do I fix Windows 7 stuck on checking for updates?

Method 1: Downloading Windows Updates

  1. Press Windows key once and click Control Panel.
  2. Click Categories and select Small Icons.
  3. Select Windows Update.
  4. Select Change Settings.
  5. Select Never check for updates (not recommended) from the drop down list under Important Updates.
  6. Click Ok and restart your computer.

How do I disable unnecessary services in Windows 7?

To disable a service, follow these steps:

  1. Open the Control Panel.
  2. Choose System and Security.
  3. Choose Administrative Tools.
  4. Open the Services icon.
  5. Locate a service to disable.
  6. Double-click the service to open its Properties dialog box.
  7. Choose Disabled as the Startup type.

What Windows 7 services can I disable?

List of Windows 7 services that you can* disable when ..

  • Windows Firewall (Firewall installed)
  • Windows Defender (Antispyware + Antivirus installed)
  • HomeGroup Provider (No HomeGroup Sharing)
  • Homegroup Listener (No HomeGroup Sharing)
  • SSDP Discovery (No HomeGroup Sharing)

What services can I disable in Windows 7 msconfig?

[Guide] Which Windows 7 Services are Safe to Disable?

  • Computer Browser (If your computer is not connected to any network)
  • Desktop Window Manager Session Manager (If you don’t use Aero glass theme)
  • Diagnostic Policy Service.
  • Distributed Link Tracking Client (If your computer is not connected to any network)
  • IP Helper (If you don’t use IPv6 connection)
  • Offline Files.

How many processes should be running Windows 7?

63 processes shouldn’t be alarming you at all. Quite normal number. The only safe way to control processes is by controlling startups. Some of them MAY be unnecessary.