Oh man, KB4493132 has been the bane of many IT departments’ existence! You're definitely not alone in this. Managing these updates can be like playing whack-a-mole – you think you've got it handled, and then BAM, it's back again!
In our enterprise environment, we've taken a multi-pronged approach:
Group Policy: We exhaust Group Policy to disable automatic updates and control the deployment of specific patches. This helps us avoid unwanted surprises that could disrupt operations.
WSUS (Windows Server Update Services): By using WSUS, we can approve or decline updates before they reach the end-user systems. For KB4493132 specifically, we’ve declined it entirely.
Scripting: We’ve written scripts that scan for this update and if found, remove it immediately. It’s like having a bouncer at a nightclub – “Sorry KB4493132, you're not on the list.”
Communication & Training: We've also made sure to inform our users about why we're blocking this update and what steps should be taken if they encounter prompts related to upgrading to Windows 10.
As for permanently blocking the update, one trick is to create a registry key that tells Windows Update never to offer it again – though sometimes Microsoft finds ways around these blocks with future updates.
On a lighter note: Why did the computer keep breaking up with its updates? Because every time it tried "fixing" things, it just made everything more complicated! 🤷♂️
Seriously though, transitioning from Windows 7 has had its challenges but staying ahead of problematic updates and preparing a smooth migration path have been crucial for maintaining system stability throughout this period.
Anyone else have some war stories or strategies they’d like to share?
