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What is Windows Update

Simply put, Windows Update is the online extension of Microsoft Windows that helps you to keep your computer up-to-date with updates for your computer’s operating system, software, and hardware. Windows Update makes it easy and only offers you updates that are specific to your computer's needs. Please remember Critical Updates are important!
 
   
Windows Update
 

Windows OS: Windows updates can be easily updated from the start menu on the bottom left of your screen. Just click on start, then look for Windows Update and click on it.

What is Windows Update?: Windows Update is basically patches and software updates that make Microsoft products like Windows Vista, XP, 2000 and Microsoft Office run smoother, or add security patches.

Why do i need updates: Windows and Office updates make your software more secure, run better and add features to the software.
 
 

Note: Remember that Windows Update is only part of regular updates that you should perform to keep your computer updated and protected.
   

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Updates for Microsoft Windows

The Microsoft Windows updates found on the site include fixes, updates, and enhancements to the following Windows operating systems:


Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server
Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition (Windows Me)
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows Server 2003
the 64-bit versions of the Microsoft Windows Server 2003 family
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows Vista 64-bit

The categories for the Windows operating system updates are:

  • Critical Updates – security fixes and other important updates to keep your computers current and your network secure.
  • Recommended Downloads – the latest Windows and Internet Explorer service packs and other important updates.
  • Windows Tools - utilities and other tools provided to enhance performance, facilitate upgrades, and ease the burden on system administrators.
  • Internet and Multimedia Updates – the latest Internet Explorer releases, upgrades to your Windows Media™ Player, and more.
  • Additional Windows Downloads – updates for your desktop settings and other Windows features.
  • Multi-Language Features – menus and dialog boxes, language support, and Input Method Editors for a variety of languages.

Windows Update

How do I know if I need an update?
Windows Update scans your computer and provides you with a tailored selection of updates that apply only to the items on your computer. During the scan, a list of categories appears under Welcome to Windows Update and the number of updates that are available in each category is noted in parentheses.


Critical Updates are important!
Any update that is critical to the operation of your computer is considered a "Critical Update," and is automatically selected for installation during the scan for available updates. These updates are provided to help resolve known issues, and to protect your computer from known security vulnerabilities. Whether a critical update applies to your operating system, software programs, or hardware, it is listed in the "Critical Updates" category.


How does it all work?
Follow a simple, three-step process to get the updates you need to keep your computer up-to-date:

  1. When you enter Windows Update, click Scan for updates.
  2. As you browse through the available updates in each category, click Add to select the update of your choice and add it to the collection of updates you want to install. You can also read a full description of each item by clicking the Read more link.
  3. When you have selected all the updates you want, click Review and install updates, and then click Install Now.
Note: Some updates may require that you restart your computer. Save your work and close any open programs before beginning the installation process. Remember, if it ask's you to restart your computer please make sure you do otherwise it could cause problems.