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Windows installed custom drivers on its own without admin approval

Windows installed custom drivers on its own without admin approval

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victordub44
Member
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06-11-2016, 09:28 AM
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Hello Windows enthusiasts, I’m running Windows 10 Pro on a company laptop. I usually rely on Linux and was taken aback when my device began automatically installing printer drivers over the internet without my input. This feels like a serious security risk, especially on public networks. I’m wondering if there’s a way to disable this unwanted behavior.
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victordub44
06-11-2016, 09:28 AM #1

Hello Windows enthusiasts, I’m running Windows 10 Pro on a company laptop. I usually rely on Linux and was taken aback when my device began automatically installing printer drivers over the internet without my input. This feels like a serious security risk, especially on public networks. I’m wondering if there’s a way to disable this unwanted behavior.

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bear7001
Senior Member
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06-11-2016, 10:13 AM
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Yes, the Windows update will apply updates and drivers automatically, which is typical.
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bear7001
06-11-2016, 10:13 AM #2

Yes, the Windows update will apply updates and drivers automatically, which is typical.

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steel51
Member
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06-11-2016, 04:46 PM
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You have the option to disable automatic driver updates. It might require admin privileges, but it's likely necessary.
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steel51
06-11-2016, 04:46 PM #3

You have the option to disable automatic driver updates. It might require admin privileges, but it's likely necessary.