Sometimes it’s really irritating when Windows restarts after installing an update and you might lose your data. However there’s a workaround that prevents windows from restarting after an update. This option is built inside windows and doesn’t require any special software to do the task. Follow the steps mentioned below to find out the method.
BEFORE WE BEGIN
You need Windows 8 Pro for this trick to work, as gpedit.msc can only be found in Windows 8 Pro.
HOW TO STOP AUTOMATIC RESTART WHEN UPDATING WINDOWS 8
Step 1: Press Windows Logo + R to bring up the run command.
Step 2: Type in gpedit.msc and press open.
Step 3: A new windows called “Local Group Policy Editor” opens. Go to the following directory:
Computer Configuraton>>Administrative Templates>>Windows Components>>Windows Update
Step 4: Once you open Windows Update, you’ll see a list of policies located on the right side. Find and double click the following policy:
No auto-restart with logged on users for scheduled automatic updates installations
Step 5: Once open, select “Enabled” and click Ok. You’re all done now!
CONCLUSION
If you follow the steps above properly, Windows will not restart automatically upon your next update. Enjoy!
