Windows Updates!

[sionascaig]

I have a similar issue, I haven't decided what to do yet. My PC was made by Multiple Monitors 10 years ago. It has been incredible, but I can't download Windows 11 as my CPU isn't compatible.

It may just be a software / driver issue... Maybe worth a google as "MS can't upgrade" message can be a bit misleading..

[buyshirts]

My computer was also made by Multiple Monitors mine has also been incredible. I thought i'd put it out there are there is always someone more knowledgeable than myself.

[buyshirts]

I think before i can update i need TPM 2.0 and if i cant download that then i won't be able to update

[jamesedwards]

I'd like to ask a question on this thread as you'll seem very high level.

My desktop i use runs windows 10 and i do use Windows 11 on a laptop i have but personally i hate it. As you are all aware Windows 10 is been "Not Supported" in mid October so reluctantly i have no choice but to upgrade.
So my question do you update your Windows 11 as soon as an update becomes available or "hang back" and only install the larger updates?

Personally I would view this as a huge benefit. I would love to be able to permanently switch off Windows updates. Unfortunately over the last couple of years I have upgraded my entire PC set-up so everything has already moved over to Windows 11.

In answer to your question, I always try to prevent updates from installing themselves, then update them manually as soon as possible after they are released on the 2nd weds of the month. This is mainly to try and reduce the amount of unauthorised restarts affecting my automations.

[ShaunWhite]

You can only ignore updates for a while, then one day you boot and it just does it. Or goes really slow and you realise it's doing it.

I use w11 at home but Windows Server 2019 on my VPS. It never forces updates (companies don't obv want windows forcing updates so it lets you manage that like an adult ) and I haven't even rebooted it for nearly 3yrs. It's not quite as pretty and featurey as 11 but otherwise almost the same, it just quietly gets on with the job. Very low on the list of system people try to hack too so security is a breeze, and being slimmer it uses less resources and runs faster than desktop versions.

[Kai]

I'd like to ask a question on this thread as you'll seem very high level.

My desktop i use runs windows 10 and i do use Windows 11 on a laptop i have but personally i hate it. As you are all aware Windows 10 is been "Not Supported" in mid October so reluctantly i have no choice but to upgrade.
So my question do you update your Windows 11 as soon as an update becomes available or "hang back" and only install the larger updates?

Look into the ESU program (Extended Security Updates) for Win 10, FREE updates are stopping but you can extend support for a few more years if you pay for it, I think it's around 60 bux per year per device

I've declined Win 11 upgrades on my high-end gaming rig but I guess I will upgrade soon as well

[Kai]

I have a similar issue, I haven't decided what to do yet. My PC was made by Multiple Monitors 10 years ago. It has been incredible, but I can't download Windows 11 as my CPU isn't compatible.

Look into Rufus software, it can bypass such compatibility restrictions... might have some minor instability issues or get less support but could run just fine

[HorseDark]

I'd like to ask a question on this thread as you'll seem very high level.

My desktop i use runs windows 10 and i do use Windows 11 on a laptop i have but personally i hate it. As you are all aware Windows 10 is been "Not Supported" in mid October so reluctantly i have no choice but to upgrade.
So my question do you update your Windows 11 as soon as an update becomes available or "hang back" and only install the larger updates?

I have a similar issue, I haven't decided what to do yet. My PC was made by Multiple Monitors 10 years ago. It has been incredible, but I can't download Windows 11 as my CPU isn't compatible.

Try this:

https://youtu.be/R3QaP2X3QoU?si=hKF522IW0gNVHstG

Worked for me.

Be sure to download the correct iso from Microsoft, based on your current user language.

[ShaunWhite]

Surely not getting updates on w10 is the dream scenario. Unless you need the features in w11 stick with 10 and enjoy being left alone. If it ain't broke don't fix it.

[HorseDark]

I think before i can update i need TPM 2.0 and if i cant download that then i won't be able to update

That is not necessarily true. For the current version of Windows 11, the actual system requirements are less stringent than that stated by microsoft. (This may not be true for major updates to Windows 11 in the future.)

Try this:

https://youtu.be/R3QaP2X3QoU?si=hKF522IW0gNVHstG