Windows 11 offers you the choice of when and how to get the latest updates to keep your device running smoothly and securely. If you're not ready to get recommended updates, you can choose to temporarily pause them from being downloaded and installed. 

1. Select Start  > Settings  > Windows Update .

2. Select the amount of time you'd like to pause for.

   Note After the pause limit is reached, you'll need to install the latest updates before you can pause updates again.

Your device will need to restart to finish installing updates. If you're asked to restart your device while you're busy using it, you can schedule the restart for a more convenient time:

1. Select Start  > Settings  > Windows Update . 

2. Select Schedule the restart and choose a time that's convenient for you.

   Note You can set active hours to make sure your device only restarts for updates when you're not using your PC. Get updates when you're away from your PC with active hours in Windows