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11 March 2024  Jennifer Thatcher  Technology Manager of Test Dept.
 

Summary
Learn how to remove Windows update and restore system stability. Updating Windows can improve performance, fix bugs, and add security patches, but it may cause new issues.



Table of contents

table iconI. What is Windows update and what are the update types?
table iconII. How to uninstall Windows 10 updates?
table iconIII. (Extended reading) Use Renee Becca to back up data regularly
remove Windows update

I. What is Windows update and what are the update types?

Windows system updates enhance performance, bolster security, and improve stability by addressing previous version vulnerabilities, adding functions, and fixing bugs.
Over time, systems may develop vulnerabilities and deficiencies that fail to meet evolving demands. Therefore, developers should periodically review and address these issues, resulting in updated system versions.
Windows updates are divided into two main categories: quality updates and feature updates. Quality updates include security patches, bug fixes, and minor tweaks that are essential for maintaining the operating system’s integrity. On the other hand, feature updates are more comprehensive, released roughly every six months, and bring forth new features and significant modifications to enhance the user experience.
To uninstall Windows 10 updates, ensure you back up important files beforehand. Refer to part three for backup instructions.

II. How to uninstall Windows 10 updates?

1. Uninstall Windows 10 updates from the update history

To view and uninstall recent Windows updates, access the historical update record. Follow these steps for a swift process.
Step 1: Run the computer, click on the lower left corner (Start) > (Settings).
settings in Windows
Step 2: Select “Update & security,” choose the “Windows Update” tab, and click “View update history” on the right.
settings Update And Security
view Windows update history
Step 3: Next, click (Uninstall update).
Step 4: Click on the Windows 10 update you wish to remove and press the Uninstall button.

2. Use the Windows system fallback function

The Windows system rollback function is a handy feature that allows you to restore your Windows 10 to a previous state quickly. It’s important to note that this action must be taken within 10 days after an update. Follow these steps to proceed:
Step 1: Boot up your Windows 10 system and click on the Start menu located at the bottom left corner. Next, click on Settings or press Windows+I to open it directly. Then navigate to and select the Update & security option.
settings Update And Security
Step 2: Navigate to the Recovery section on the left-hand side and select the Start button under the “Go back to the previous version of Windows 10″ heading on the right to initiate the rollback process to the earlier version of Windows 10.
Go back to the previous version of Windows 10

3. Uninstall Windows 10 Updates in Recovery Mode

If the previous methods fail to uninstall Windows 10 updates, you can use the Recovery Mode’s ‘Uninstall Updates’ feature. Follow these steps:
Step 1: Power on your computer. As soon as the Windows 10 logo appears, quickly press the power button to interrupt the boot process. Repeat this action three times to access the Windows Recovery Environment.
Step 2: In the Windows recovery environment, accessed by force restarting, choose Troubleshoot > Advanced Options > Uninstall Updates. Then, select either Uninstall latest quality update or Uninstall latest feature update as needed. Follow the subsequent steps to complete the process.
Uninstall Windows 10 Updates
There are several methods to uninstall Windows 10 updates. To ensure a smooth process and safeguard against data loss, it’s advisable to back up critical data beforehand. For this, consider using Renee Becca, a professional data backup tool.

III. (Extended reading) Use Renee Becca to back up data regularly

1. What is Renee Becca?

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2. How to backup data regularly with Renee Becca?

Step 1: Download and install Renee Becca on your computer, launch the program, and choose the “File Backup” option from the “Backup” section in the main interface.
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Step 2: Select the files for backup from the source device and choose the destination partition on the hard disk to store the backup data.
how to back up files in renee becca
Within the Scheduler, set up an automatic backup schedule—daily, weekly, or monthly—and activate the feature by clicking OK.
file backup schedule on Renee Becca
In the Backup Scheme — Scheme Type, select a backup mode that fits your requirements. Renee Becca offers five options: version chain, single version, full, incremental, and differential.
backup mode of file backup on Renee Becca
Renee Becca provides a suite of five backup options:

  • Version Chain: Maintains the latest five versions, discarding older ones post-backup.
  • Single Version: Retains only the most recent version, removing the previous one after backup.
  • Full Backup: Generates a complete backup.
  • Incremental: Creates incremental backups following an initial full backup.
  • Differential: Produces differential backups after an initial full backup.
Step 3: Click the Backup button to initiate the backup process with your configured settings. Monitor progress in the task bar. Upon completion, use the Recovery button to recover files to a designated hard drive if needed.
recover backup files from renee becca
Step 4: Select the target directory for file restoration and click the Recovery button.
files recovery location