windows 10 says it needs to update for security reasons, then updates - Microsoft Community

this goes on several times day , don't seem able interrupt cycle.  can't stop updating when pops up, though turned updates manual. no matter doing, computer updating, restarting , restoring, on , over.

help!

hi kathleen,

one of usual reasons why experiencing issue can because of corrupted or missing system files interrupting update process. know following isolate root cause of issue:

• were you  able login computer before updates , restarts?
• which version of windows 10 using? windows 10 1703 or windows 10 1709?

if using windows 10 version 1703 or 1709, suggest setting active hours on computer prevent automatic restart. perform needed troubleshooting steps without computer restarting.

kindly follow steps below set it:

1. open settings.
2. choose update & security.
3. under windows update, choose change active hours.
4. choose time perform troubleshooting steps.
5. after set up, recommend downloading troubleshooter on article , run it: windows update troubleshooter. this identify root cause of issue , provide appropriate fix it.

update outcome can provide further assistance.

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