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The forum thread discusses methods to control Windows 10 updates and system performance for minimal usage, with the original poster expressing a desire to prevent automatic updates and seeking ways to optimize system energy management—particularly through features like "Cool'n'Quiet" for better CPU thermoregulation. The first reply suggests scheduling updates during inactive periods to save energy, but the original poster clarifies they prefer manual control and mentions using Linux mostly. Later, they inquire about utilizing "Cool'n'Quiet" technology in Windows to reduce CPU fan activity, indicating a concern over high fan speeds during light activity. Overall, the thread reflects a user's interest in system optimization and manual update management, with a neutral tone and no definitive solutions provided.
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anotherwindowsuser

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Hi,

So previously I posted to ask if we can stop things like updates running when I boot up windows 10, I wondered is there a more generic way of running this OS so that I can use it for the pure purpose of playing a DVD say, and it not do a load of other things? Thanks.
 

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If you allow Windows to run when you aren't using the computer, you can schedule updates to install during inactive periods. However, this can take a lot of energy. Make sure you allow at least the screen to turn off.
 

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JandN2639 said:
If you allow Windows to run when you aren't using the computer, you can schedule updates to install during inactive periods. However, this can take a lot of energy. Make sure you allow at least the screen to turn off.
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Well I'd rather it not update unless I tell it to. I rarely use Windows, I use Linux.
 

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JandN2639 said:
If you allow Windows to run when you aren't using the computer, you can schedule updates to install during inactive periods. However, this can take a lot of energy. Make sure you allow at least the screen to turn off.
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I just wondered is there a feature to utilise the cool n quiet technology better in windows? I think I saw a feature some years ago but not sure if that was on a radeon graphics card, it effectively meant if the cpu was getting hot it wouldn't kick in to high speed until it absolutely had to or something like that. In windows 10 the cpu fan hits high speed and stays there for a couple of minutes before settling down and all it did was open up four webpages.
 

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