Solved Not sure how to install Windows 7 updates

gilloz

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I went to check for Windows 7 updates and the upgrade for Windows 10 was shown. I clicked on the link to view available updates, for Windows 7, and they listed about 8 updates. When I go back to the main update window, the upgrade Windows 10 is shown. I do not want to upgrade to Windows 10 at this time, so how do I update my Windows 7 without downloading the Windows 10 upgrade? They show a button that says, "Let's get started", but I'm afraid it is for upgrading Windows 10. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.
 

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UPDATE! I have solved my problem. By clicking on the link that directed me to check the available updates, I noticed in the upper Left corner of the update listings, Optional & Important. Clicking on Optional, I found the Windows 10 update with the box checked. I unchecked the box and the normal windows update window came up showing only the Windows 7 updates ready to be downloaded and installed. I finally got my Windows 7 updated.
 

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Asus P5ND
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8 GB G Skill
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XFX GeForce9600 GSO
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Intergated
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Samsung 23"
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Anymore now, the only way to update Win 7 is the same porcupines make love...very carefully.
 

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Excellent Gilloz!
Didn't quite follow your explanation at first, but then all clicked together and no more annoying "upgrade to Windows 10".
Just for wider audience, let me show two screen shots "before and after".
Thanks again.
 

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ASUS SABERTOOTH X99 2nd ASUS x299 Apex
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Thrashzone

I think the difference now is the show all updates keeps it checked, by choosing check for updates again that should uncheck windows 10 but can't confirm this.
 

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W10 32 bit, XUbuntu 18.xx 64 bit
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I have done a clean install of Windows 7 using Dell re-installation disk (Dell sent me one). I also use Free Macrium reflect backup and restore.
Thanks guys for your responses. Forg, your explanation was way better and clearer than mine. Excellent! The diagram says it all.
Thrashzone, thanks for your comment. I just got new glasses. Apparently my eyesight is not as good as yours. Thanks anyway for posting.
 

My Computer My Computer

Computer type
PC/Desktop
Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Built Online @ AvaDirect
OS
Windows 7 Home Premium 64-Bit
CPU
E8500 Duel core
Motherboard
Asus P5ND
Memory
8 GB G Skill
Graphics Card(s)
XFX GeForce9600 GSO
Sound Card
Intergated
Monitor(s) Displays
Samsung 23"
Hard Drives
WD 320GB SATAII (2ea); 1TB WD SATA II
PSU
PC Power & Cooling 610 W
Case
NZXT Tempest Black
Cooling
Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO
Keyboard
Logitech K520
Mouse
Logitech M310 Laser
Internet Speed
3 Mbps
Antivirus
McAFee
Browser
Firefox
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