updating for virus protection

[Jeanie Goeckner]

I keep getting updates for windows to download on my
computer. Does this also automatically update the
patches that you can get from Microsoft.com or do I need
to do that manually? If I do it manually and it says to
download and I download it to "C" drive, is that all I
have to do?

Thank You, Jeanie

[Sharon F]

On Thu, 11 Sep 2003 06:35:55 -0700, Jeanie Goeckner wrote:

> I keep getting updates for windows to download on my
> computer. Does this also automatically update the
> patches that you can get from Microsoft.com or do I need
> to do that manually? If I do it manually and it says to
> download and I download it to "C" drive, is that all I
> have to do?
>
> Thank You, Jeanie

Updates for your antivirus and your operating system are separate tasks.

The exact "how" that updates an antivirus program depends on which program
you have - but most have some form of retrieving and installing updates on
a regular basis. Check the documentation for your program (help file,
perhaps?) for the exact details.

There are several ways to manage updates for Windows XP:

1) "Automatic Updates" utility: This tool can be configured on the
Automatic Updates page of the System control panel applet. Options include:
notification before download and before installing
automatic downloading with notification regarding installation
scheduled downloads and installations

2) Using Internet Explorer to visit the Windows Update site: Use Start> All
Programs> Windows Update to arrive at the interactive update site. The site
will scan the system and suggest updates that apply to your configuration.
Three categories: Critical (very important security and stability patches);
Windows (recommended but optional) and Drivers (optional - might choose to
check hardware manufacturer for current drivers instead).

3) Visit the Windows Update Catalog: Manual system of finding the patches
for your operating system. Downloading them. And of course, installing them
too.

--
Sharon F
MS-MVP - Windows XP Shell/User