


Now, name the value to TargetReleaseVersion.Right-click in the right pane and select New > DWORD (32-bit) Value.If you don’t see the WindowsUpdate directory, right-click the Windows folder and select New > Key and name it WindowsUpdate.

When the Registry Editor opens, navigate to the following path: Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate.Hit the Windows key + R keyboard shortcut to launch the Run dialog.To block the Windows upgrade using the Registry, use these steps: Before you begin, back up the Registry, create a Restore Point, or do a full backup so you can recover your computer if something goes awry. If you change or tweak values incorrectly, it can lead to an unstable or unusable system. Note: The following steps involve hacking the Registry which isn’t for the faint of heart.
