How to disable Dell software?

I am having some issues with some of Dell's installed software on a Windows 10 laptop.

1. I uninstalled a driver for the Dell TB15 since I no longer have the dock. Dell update decided to reinstall it.

2. I disabled the two services for the Dell Data Vault when I found it was creating a lot of what I considered unwanted disk activity I don't use or need this service.

3. Somehow Dell Update was re-enabled and reinstalled Dell Data Vault.

4. Dell seems to install these updates without even asking for permission. [following Microsoft's lead].

Is there any way of controlling these software programs other than uninstalling them? There does not seem to be individual entries in "Programs and Features" for a number of these so I would guess I would have to uninstall the lot which is unfortunate since I do like the Support Assist System Summary of Changes, Updates, and Problems.

JohnD