Windows 11 users often face challenges with automatic updates that can disrupt their workflow. While these updates are crucial for security, they frequently install at inconvenient times, leading to unexpected restarts and potential data loss. Fortunately, there are ways to mitigate these issues through the Group Policy Editor, available in Windows 11 Pro and higher editions.
To gain better control over updates, users can access the Group Policy Editor and navigate to Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Update. Here, the “Configure Automatic Updates” policy can be enabled, allowing users to select the preferred update mode. Mode number 2, which notifies users for downloads and auto-installs, is particularly recommended.
Additionally, enabling the “No auto-restart with logged on users for automatic update installations” policy in the Legacy Policies folder can prevent unwanted restarts during update installations. This legacy option remains valuable despite the introduction of newer settings. By utilizing these policies, users can enhance their Windows 11 experience significantly.