Disable windows anytime upgrade

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The sneaky Windows 10 update alert is the result of KB3035583 update, a Windows 10 upgrade preparatory package.

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In addition, an additional GWX icon named “Get Windows 10” is added to Taskbar’s system tray (notification area). If you’re running Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 8.1, you may get a surprise notification alert which offers you free Windows 10 upgrade comes in the form of pop-up window, asking you to enter your email address to reserve the free upgrade.