Scared to update Windows 7 - Don't want Windows 10 at all

[kufr]

Hello all I want to stick to Windows 7 I used to keep it updated but now since Microsoft is forcing ppl to install patches for Windows 10 I am scared to update it at all. I work 16 hours a day 7 days a week.

I have thoroughly read in my free time different threads and deleted the unnecessary windows 10 patches and telemetry that were installed. Now I have a few more pending updates with me as you can see in the screenshot. I am asking about these since I installed these on my computer and work and started getting the pop-up for windows 10 on it the very next day. So I have not installed these on my home pc. I have set windows update to not install but inform me what updates are pending hence this list is still pending in my to install list. So any kind of help would be appreciated. Thanks

P.S It would be really helpful if an official thread is made to avoid windows 10 updates which is updated on regular basis and it lists the newest windows 10 file name (for e.g KB35320017 - Windows 10 popup nag screen) and what it does from the newest to the oldest

 

[RoasterMen]

Hide it. Keep hiding new updates related to Windows 10.

 

[AddRAM]

My current list. Along with a shot of how you should have Windows Update set.

Updates not to Install

KB2876229 SKYPE, If you want Skype then install it.
KB2923545 RDP
KB2970228
KB3035583
KB2990214
KB3021917
KB3068708 Telemetry
KB2592687
KB2660075
KB2506928
KB2952664 x2
KB3050265
KB2726535
KB2994023
KB3022345 Replaced by KB3068708 Telemetry

KB3022345 Caused false sfc result
KB2545698 (IE9)
KB3065987
KB3077715
KB3078667
KB3080149 Telemetry
KB3075249 Telemetry
KB2999226
KB3083710
KB3097966
KB3095649

 

[Brds7t7]

As long as you don't set Windows update to automatically download and install updates, there's nothing to worry about. It does take a little bit more time as you'll need to check the updates to make sure it doesn't relate to the 10 upgrade.
It's unfortunate but since MS started pushing 10 we have to take a little more time to check the updates. There are a couple of threads on here that post which updates to avoid anyway.

Also, nearly all of the updates on your list are security updates. I would not advise skipping any marked "security".
To date, MS has not pushed out any 10/Telemetry updates marked as security.

 

[kufr]

As long as you don't set Windows update to automatically download and install updates, there's nothing to worry about. It does take a little bit more time as you'll need to check the updates to make sure it doesn't relate to the 10 upgrade.
It's unfortunate but since MS started pushing 10 we have to take a little more time to check the updates. There are a couple of threads on here that post which updates to avoid anyway.

Also, nearly all of the updates on your list are

As long as you don't set Windows update to automatically download and install updates, there's nothing to worry about. It does take a little bit more time as you'll need to check the updates to make sure it doesn't relate to the 10 upgrade.
It's unfortunate but since MS started pushing 10 we have to take a little more time to check the updates. There are a couple of threads on here that post which updates to avoid anyway.

Also, nearly all of the updates on your list are security updates. I would not advise skipping any marked "security".
To date, MS has not pushed out any 10/Telemetry updates marked as security.

. I would not advise skipping any marked "security".
To date, MS has not pushed out any 10/Telemetry updates marked as security.

U said that "I would not advise skipping any marked "security" " but the two updates that were marked as security updates are responsible with installing stuff related to windows 10. Plz refer to the 3 updates I wrote in bold in post below.

My current list. Along with a shot of how you should have Windows Update set.

Updates not to Install

KB2876229 SKYPE, If you want Skype then install it.
KB2923545 RDP
KB2970228
KB3035583
KB2990214
KB3021917
KB3068708 Telemetry
KB2592687
KB2660075
KB2506928
KB2952664 x2
KB3050265
KB2726535
KB2994023
KB3022345 Replaced by KB3068708 Telemetry

KB3022345 Caused false sfc result
KB2545698 (IE9)
KB3065987
KB3077715
KB3078667
KB3080149 Telemetry
KB3075249 Telemetry
KB2999226
KB3083710
KB3097966
KB3095649

Thanks for such a helpful post I had these in my to install list but I hid these

KB3097966
KB3077715
KB3095649

Before moving forward with installing with other updates. Thank for sharing the pic for how to set Windows Update for future use.

A big thanks to all the rest as well.

 

[Brds7t7]

I've installed those 3 and they don't relate to Windows 10 upgrade. I've just checked all the descriptions. Where did you read that?
10 updates have not been pushed as security updates. At least not yet anyway.

AddRam has extra updates on his list, but not all relate to 10/telemetry.

 

[kufr]

I've installed those 3 and they don't relate to Windows 10 upgrade. I've just checked all the descriptions. Where did you read that?
10 updates have not been pushed as security updates. At least not yet anyway.

AddRam has extra updates on his list, but not all relate to 10/telemetry.

Well I follow better safe then sorry path

 

[kufr]

My current list. Along with a shot of how you should have Windows Update set.

Updates not to Install

KB2876229 SKYPE, If you want Skype then install it.
KB2923545 RDP
KB2970228
KB3035583
KB2990214
KB3021917
KB3068708 Telemetry
KB2592687
KB2660075
KB2506928
KB2952664 x2
KB3050265
KB2726535
KB2994023
KB3022345 Replaced by KB3068708 Telemetry

KB3022345 Caused false sfc result
KB2545698 (IE9)
KB3065987
KB3077715
KB3078667
KB3080149 Telemetry
KB3075249 Telemetry
KB2999226
KB3083710
KB3097966
KB3095649

I just got this today KB3083992 googled it and a few says that its a Security Update for Windows 8.1 for x64-based Systems (KB3083992) how can I get a Windows 8.1 security update on a machine running Windows 7. I am kind of speechless while another website said its Microsoft Security Advisory 3083992 - This update includes improvements to enhance the functionality of Windows 10.

Either way I am hiding this too

 

[Brds7t7]

It's also for Windows 7.

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=48753

I see nothing about Windows 10 in the description though?? The update relates to AppLocker certificates.
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/3083992

Which website did you read that about Windows 10? Please post a link. As I'd like to take a look myself.

 

[kufr]

It's also for Windows 7.

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=48753

I see nothing about Windows 10 in the description though?? The update relates to AppLocker certificates.
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/3083992

Which website did you read that about Windows 10? Please post a link. As I'd like to take a look myself.

Microsoft Security Bulletins For September 2015 - gHacks Tech News for Windows 10

& here win 8.1 updates ? - Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 for Windows 8.1

 

[Brds7t7]

The first link is an update FOR Windows 10 meaning it's also being pushed out to 10 machines but doesn't relate to the 10 upgrade on 7/8 machines.
Some of the updates are pushed out to multiple OS with the same KB number.

And bleeping computer forum mentions nothing about that update relating to 10 upgrade.

I've read both articles from start to finish. I would suggest reading those again.
Also, look at the replies that people have written and you'll see that people are worrying over that update for no reason.
There is too much paranoia surrounding some of these updates at the moment. If you want to skip security updates that's your choice. But you do so at your own risk!

 

[UsernameIssues]

Hello all I want to stick to Windows 7 I used to keep it updated but now since Microsoft is forcing ppl to install patches for Windows 10 I am scared to update it at all....

You can install every patch offered - even the optional ones - and just tell W7 not to update to W10.

 

[kufr]

Hello all I want to stick to Windows 7 I used to keep it updated but now since Microsoft is forcing ppl to install patches for Windows 10 I am scared to update it at all....

You can install every patch offered - even the optional ones - and just tell W7 not to update to W10.

No sir I dont' want a nagging screen notification in my task bar to update to Windows 10. I don't want Microsoft to quietly download additional files being required for Windows 10 in the background without my knowledge; thus wasting my disk space. :huh:

 

[UsernameIssues]

Hello all I want to stick to Windows 7 I used to keep it updated but now since Microsoft is forcing ppl to install patches for Windows 10 I am scared to update it at all....

You can install every patch offered - even the optional ones - and just tell W7 not to update to W10.

No sir I dont' want a nagging screen notification in my task bar. I don't want Microsoft to quietly download additional files being required for Windows 10 in the background without my knowledge; thus wasting my disk space. :huh:

The nag is not in taskbar's notification area.

The W10 installation files have not downloaded.

Every update is installed - including KB3038853.

I oversee way too many computers to do this Windows Update stuff manually.

Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\GWX]
"DisableGWX"=dword:00000001

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\WindowsUpdate\OSUpgrade]
"DisableOSUpgrade"=dword:00000001
"AllowOSUpgrade"=dword:00000000
"ReservationsAllowed"=dword:00000000

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate]
"DisableOSUpgrade"=dword:00000001

Those settings do not address some people's fear of telemetry.

 

[ThrashZone]

These windows update settings will insure all Recommended updates will be in the Optional section and not the Important section,
http://www.sevenforums.com/general-...s-7-dont-want-windows-10-all.html#post3167761
So only focus on Important updates and load them.

 

[AddRAM]

I've installed those 3 and they don't relate to Windows 10 upgrade. I've just checked all the descriptions. Where did you read that?
10 updates have not been pushed as security updates. At least not yet anyway.

AddRam has extra updates on his list, but not all relate to 10/telemetry.

That is correct, my list also includes useless updates, that's why you read each one's description. If you still want to install it then that is your choice.

 

[kufr]

Well hello all I am back with a list of newer updates can someone be kind enough to see and let me know if there are any Telemetry or Windows 10 install updates listed below :

KB3104002
KB3074543
KB3097989
KB3099862
KB3078667
KB3080079
KB3092627
KB3087038
KB3074543
KB3074230
KB3074550
KB3097996
KB3098781
KB3042058
KB3080446
KB3081320
KB3069114
KB3083992
KB3084135
KB3086255
KB3087039
KB3092601
KB3093513
KB3100213
KB3101246
KB3108371
KB3108381
KB3108669
KB3108670
KB3109094
KB3109103
KB3112343
KB3086255
KB3102429
KB3107998
KB3112148
KB3119142
KB3083324
KB890830

Thanks a million in advance.

 

[AddRAM]

Your computer doesn`t work or something ?

You expect someone to look each one of those up for you ?

Please, don`t be so lazy

 

[kufr]

Your computer doesn`t work or something ?

You expect someone to look each one of those up for you ?

Please, don`t be so lazy

I'm not asking people to look up for each and every update listed I simply am asking people to mark the ones they already know are related to the issue. Hence the list

 

[ThrashZone]

Hi,
Lists have already been posted on page 1 post #3
Here's another one if you want to look at it
http://www.sevenforums.com/windows-...ade-updates-windows-7-8-a-53.html#post3174719