Disable automatic updates in Windows 8

To control operating system updates under Windows 8 or 8.1, you can deactivate the automatic updates.

Disable automatic updates in the settings

1. Move your mouse to the right edge of the screen.
2. Click on "Settings" in the "Charm Bar" that has now opened.
3. Click on "Change PC settings" at the bottom.
4. Click on "Update / Restore" in the settings at the bottom. The Windows Update window should already be open.
5. In the Windows Update settings, click on "Select installation method for updates" at the bottom.
6. In the selection box at the top, select the option you want to use for the updates. With the option "Check for updates, but manually set the time to download and install", you will only be notified when new updates are available. With the lowest option, you can even control when you check for updates.
7. If you have activated the checkbox below, the option selected above applies not only to important updates, but also to all updates.

This practical tip shows you how to switch off unnecessary services in Windows 8 to improve the performance of your PC.