How to Hide Updates in Vista
- 1). Open Windows Update by clicking on the "Start" icon and then clicking on "All Programs." Choose "Windows Update" from the list of programs.
- 2). Click on "View available updates" to go to the screen that allows you to select the updates that are available for your computer. There will be a list of programs, and some will be designated as "Recommended" and others will be "Optional."
- 3). Select an update from the list that you want to hide. Right-click on it to bring up a menu and then click on "Hide Update." If User Account Control is turned on, a confirmation dialogue box will appear on the screen advising you that "Windows needs your permission to continue."
- 4). Click on "Continue" to confirm your action. If there are any additional updates that you want to hide, perform Steps 4 and 5 for each of them.
- 5). Search for updates and then click on "View available updates" to ensure that the updates have been properly hidden.
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