Windows Tip: Disable Windows Security Alerts

Remove all of the Windows’ annoying system Security Alerts!

Windows has a feature that will alert you when there is a problem with your system’s firewall, updates or virus protection. This is a great idea but there might be times when you don’t want to get these notifications (like on a kiosk or public computer).

This tip will show you how to disable some or all of the Security Notifications.

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How To Disable Windows Security Alerts

1. You can access the Windows Security Center via the Control Panel, or by hitting the Windows Key+R, then typing:
   control wscui.cpl


2. On the left of the Windows Security Center dialog, you will see a sidebar navigation titled “Resources.” Click the last link, it reads: “Change the way Security Center alerts me”
   

3. In the Alert Setting dialog, untick any or all of the notification that you don’t want to see.

 

4. In OK in all dialogs and changes will be immediate!