Handling Microsoft XP Updates?
Anyone new to the world of computers can be perplexed at updates
that seem to appear out of thin air as they are learning to surf.
There are a few rules that apply to Microsoft updates that maybe
even the long-time computer enthusiast does not know.
Every computer is set up to handle updates according to the
computer settings. Go to the Control Panel and open the Windows
Updates icon. The computer will prompt to set a choice of automatic
install or to let the computer notify when the updates are ready
for install. There is also a setting for a time to begin automatic
update installation after they are downloaded.
The newbie to computers should be aware that updates are very
important to the proper operation of any application. Everything on
a computer that operates in real time will need updating from time
to time, but keeping the operating system itself updated is
foremost. The operating system controls the browsing
experience.
Microsoft continually watches for security holes in their
systems. In addition, they are constantly looking for ways to
upgrade in the process. Information on problems is gathered during
the week by various report processes and a weekly update, or patch,
is developed.
These updates are usually released on Tuesday morning, but can
also be sent on Monday in some cases. If the computer is set to
download and install automatically upon receipt, expect the browser
screen to freeze. A good way to avoid this happening is to set the
Automatic Updates to notification when they are ready to
download.
Always remember that Update Tuesday is not the only time that
Microsoft will issue updates to Microsoft XP operating sytems.
Anytime that Microsoft deems it necessary to update an official
Windows product, it will happen. They have a proven track record of
excellence in the customer support area and are a leader in the
software industry for this reason.