
How To Stop Windows 11 From Uploading Updates to Other PCs Over the Internet
How To Stop Windows 11 From Uploading Updates to Other PCs Over the Internet.
Windows 11 includes a peer-to-peer download feature for updates and Store apps. By default, Windows will automatically use your PC’s Internet connection to upload updates, hiding the option to disable this five clicks deep in the operating system.
You can stop your device from uploading parts of updates to other peers locally and on the internet, and in this tutorial, we'll show you how.
You can continue to use peer-to-peer updates on your local network, but you may not want to waste upload bandwidth to help reduce Microsoft’s bandwidth bills. This is especially true if you have data caps on your Internet connection.
This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 11 operating system (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, and Samsung.