Disable Windows Update when on 3G network

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Published on 2010-04-28T04:06:24Z Indexed on 2010/04/28 4:14 UTC
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Are there any tools/utilities that will change Windows Update to not download when a machine is using a 3G-type wireless network connection?

Not sure if there is any difference between using a 3G USB key and a tethered iPhone.

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