Unfortunately, I do not have the more expensive "Pro" version, so I am not able to defer updates and even then you can only defer updates for a time before Micr

Unfortunately, I do not have the more expensive "Pro" version, so I am not able to defer updates and even then you can only defer updates for a time before Microsoft decides they know better than the user and forces the update. I think my issue with this is largely philosophical in that I should be able to choose what software is installed and which patches are applied to my system. Microsoft's controlling, patronizing decisions for me are grating and demeaning. I am well capable of making up my own mind about when and which updates to apply. I know this is a core argument for a Free OS, but I am unable to use one for gaming, and all Windows versions before 10 and all macOS versions allow the user to choose to update.