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I need to disable Automatic Windows update for our embedded system by disabling Configure Automatic Updates in the Group Policy and also by disabling Scheduled Start in WindowsUpdate in the Task Scheduler. If I do so, will the subsequent Windows activation work?
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Hello there,
Yes windows can be activated even when updates are paused.
Windows Updates will still download and install on your device even when your Windows isn't activated. However, you might not have access to many in-between updates or optional updates that get rolled out to regular users.
Hope this resolves your Query !!
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Thanks for your answer. However, we want to disable Windows Update permanently while still be able to activate. This is a mass production environment where activation is done by connecting the device to the network. Do you think disabling Configure Automatic Updates in the Group Policy is the correct way to disable Windows update permanently?
