why am I getting so many updates. everytime I turn off my computer another 5 updates. this has been going on for a few days now.

Are they different updates or are you being offered the same ones repeatedly?Rich All software is bug-free, assuming sufficiently clever definitions of "feature" and "expected behaviour" - Steve Rehrauer

Please boot in Clean Boot Mode. Then run Windows Update in Clean Boot Mode. Perform a clean startup to determine whether background programs are interfering with your game or program If it does not resolve the issue, please delete the file: C:\windows\winsxs\pending.xmlPlease remember to click Mark as Answer on the post that helps you, and to click Unmark as Answer if a marked post does not actually answer your question. This can be beneficial to other community members reading the thread.