Windows 7: Selective patch

I currently use Norton 360 for all security needs. However, even with Windows' security options off, I still frequently am bothered by notices to download patches that turn out to be Defender updates. I have the updates set to let me know before installing since I've had bad experiences before with Windows' rebooting my computer when necessary when done installing patches.

Isn't there a way to 'deselect' Defender and similar downloads for those using 3rd party security?

If not, any other constructive solutions?

Thanks,

Mark

no there z no way to deselect it defender from update .. have u tried dis?.. rt click on my computer > properties > windows update> change setting > un chececk microsoft update [give me update for microsoft product..... ]

If you're not using Windows Defender, then type services.msc in the start search box. Open 'services', scroll down to Windows Defender, right click, choose properties and set it to 'disabled'.

Thanks--

Mark

You're welcome

also, afaik when you install norton (at least the corporate product) it asks if you want to disable defender.