


I compiled the list from various reputable sources and, even though everyone is responsible for his own PC, I never encountered any problem by blocking or uninstalling them whenever they do manage to slip in. Like the majority of Windows users, I am running Windows 7 and there are numerous “updates” with which Microsoft tries to sneak in telemetry (or the dreaded Windows 10) with. “Finally, we will access, disclose and preserve personal data, including your content (such as the content of your emails, other private communications or files in private folders), when we have a good faith belief that doing so is necessary.” in Windows 10’s EULA, I won’t blame anyone who feels paranoid.Īnd lastly, if you’re having trouble getting Windows to validate as being genuine (whether because you’re running a pirated copy and your crack tools aren’t working properly all of a sudden, or because your actually valid copy of Windows isn’t validating) then avoid this one: In all probability it is just info to help them identify reasons for software crashes etc, but given wording like: (This is info that gets phoned-home from your copy of Windows back to Microsoft. If you’re worried about being spied upon, I’d give these a miss:Īs they bring Windows 7 “telemetry” stuff into line with Windows 10. So… If you don’t want Windows 10, you’re best off avoiding these:Īs they’re all Windows 10 preparation updates. To help simplify things and make for easier reading, I am everything as an excel and a word file. I am hoping to find a consensus among the knowledgeable members in these forums….

I keep getting numerous conflicting answers as I look more into them. I am trying to figure out which updates to ABSOLUTELY NEVER install in windows-7. I was hoping that I could get some expert advice on their accuracy. I found several lists of of updates not to install. I am having to reinstall windows 7 from scratch. I am helping family fix an older CPU for sentimental value.
