How do I stop my laptop automatically "upgrading" to Windows 10 automatically?

jonathan63 · 20th May 2016, 09:06

For the past year it's been popping up with the offer of "upgrading to W10".

Last night I came back to my laptop to find it was already in the middle of the "upgrade".

Is there a way of stopping Windows 10 replacing my Windows 7 Professional.

I desperately do not want Windows 10.

jonathan63 · 20th May 2016, 09:10

For the past year it's been popping up with the offer of "upgrading" to Windows 10.

Last night I came back to my laptop to find it was already in the middle of the "upgrade".

Is there a way of stopping Windows 10 replacing my Windows 7 Professional.

I desperately do not want Windows 10.

Apologies for posting this here but i really need a quick fix for this. My laptop is a business tool and Windows 10 isn't for me.

Sprinter · 20th May 2016, 09:12

I used the instructions from this site.

http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/how-to/wi...tions-3614204/

No problems since.

tourer · 20th May 2016, 09:13

In the same boat.
Refused the offer for weeks and then about three days ago I found it was already downloaded without my permission.

Nige B · 20th May 2016, 09:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonathan63

For the past year it's been popping up with the offer of "upgrading" to Windows 10.

Last night I came back to my laptop to find it was already in the middle of the "upgrade".

Is there a way of stopping Windows 10 replacing my Windows 7 Professional.

I desperately do not want Windows 10.

Apologies for posting this here but i really need a quick fix for this. My laptop is a business tool and Windows 10 isn't for me.

Can't fully answer this question BUT , windows 10 installed on my brother in laws laptop...I just reversed it for him , put his windows 8 back on..you may have to re-install apps though ..everything else was fine..hope this helps.

chipsceola · 20th May 2016, 09:24

I am a happy Windows 10 user but you could try this link to remain '10 less' forever

or look here for alternative solutions

stevestrat · 20th May 2016, 09:33

I found this on the net, in theory it prevents the update. https://www.grc.com/never10.htm

Jamiewelch · 20th May 2016, 09:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by chipsceola

I am a happy Windows 10 user but you could try this link to remain '10 less' forever

or look here for alternative solutions

That's what we use at work, stops all the annoying pop ups, we had one computer come in the shop the other day (I work in a computer repair shop), and it only had 2 options, Upgrade Now, or Upgrade Later. Nothing for don't upgrade!

Vanbursta · 20th May 2016, 09:58

Just use GWX Control panel, you can uninstall the update that is giving you the nag and prevent any further Windows 10 download attempts.

http://ultimateoutsider.com/downloads/

TomRS · 20th May 2016, 10:11

Personally prefer windows 10 over 8 with classic shell.... windows 10 is what 8 should have been from day one.
If i was to go back it would be to win7, certainly not anywhere near win8

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jonathan63 This is my second home CDTi Conniosseur SE HLNav Tourer and a Personal Line CDT Conniosseur SE Tourer..for the time being. Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Cumbria Posts: 3,639 Thanks: 340 Thanked 423 Times in 294 Posts	How do I stop my laptop automatically "upgrading" to Windows 10 automatically? For the past year it's been popping up with the offer of "upgrading" to Windows 10. Last night I came back to my laptop to find it was already in the middle of the "upgrade". Is there a way of stopping Windows 10 replacing my Windows 7 Professional. I desperately do not want Windows 10. Apologies for posting this here but i really need a quick fix for this. My laptop is a business tool and Windows 10 isn't for me.

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Sprinter Posted a thing or two Jag S-Type 4.2 V8 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Derby Posts: 1,645 Thanks: 271 Thanked 427 Times in 293 Posts	I used the instructions from this site. http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/how-to/wi...tions-3614204/ No problems since. __________________ “Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana.”

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chipsceola This is my second home Jaguar XF 3.0D Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Southampton Posts: 4,364 Thanks: 119 Thanked 509 Times in 426 Posts	I am a happy Windows 10 user but you could try this link to remain '10 less' forever or look here for alternative solutions __________________ Chips Last edited by chipsceola; 20th May 2016 at 09:26..

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tourer Posted a thing or two Rover 75 Tourer CDT Auto. Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Long Eaton Posts: 1,342 Thanks: 30 Thanked 220 Times in 160 Posts	In the same boat. Refused the offer for weeks and then about three days ago I found it was already downloaded without my permission.

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Vanbursta Posted a thing or two Rover 75 2.0 V6 Conn Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Stainton Grove Posts: 1,637 Thanks: 266 Thanked 406 Times in 257 Posts	Just use GWX Control panel, you can uninstall the update that is giving you the nag and prevent any further Windows 10 download attempts. http://ultimateoutsider.com/downloads/ __________________ I am NOT a number, I am 75

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TomRS Posted a thing or two Mk1 ZT 190 - Mk2 ZS 180 - Mercedes E63 AMG S - Ford Ranger Hawk Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Middlesbrough Posts: 1,456 Thanks: 123 Thanked 409 Times in 281 Posts	Personally prefer windows 10 over 8 with classic shell.... windows 10 is what 8 should have been from day one. If i was to go back it would be to win7, certainly not anywhere near win8