How do I stop Apple Software Updater from trying to install iTunes? (Windows)

Whenever there's a Safari or a Quicktime update the Apple Software Updater pops up asking if want to update. This is fine, however it also auto-checks a box that says 'Install Quicktime + iTunes' that I have to uncheck. I know this is only a minor annoyance but it's happened so often that it really bugs me. Is there a way to say "I don't ever want iTunes" and therefore save me tens of man seconds a year?

This is for a Windows machine.

Solution 1:

Select the update it is offering you (i.e., click on it), then in the Tools menu, select Ignore Selected Updates.

Solution 2:

That is why I never install Apple software update on windows anymore, as to a solution,

Open up Task scheduler in All programs, accessories system tools, then delete the AppleSoftwareUpdate task an that should do it.

Solution 3:

If QuickTime/iTunes/Safari are already installed on your machine, go to their options and deselect "Check for updates automatically"