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Updating Windows XP
If a hacker finds a way to bypass the security features built into Windows XP,
Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to fix the problem. You should
update Windows regularly to keep your computer secure.
Windows Update is the online extension of Windows that helps you to keep your
computer up-to-date. Use Windows Update to choose updates for your
computer’s operating system, software, and hardware. New content is added to
the site regularly, so you can always get the most recent updates and fixes to
protect your computer and keep it running smoothly. Windows Update scans
your computer and provides you with a tailored selection of updates that apply
only to the software and hardware on your computer. For additional information
on Windows Update, see
“To keep your computer secure, you need to keep
Windows XP and your computer’s system software up to date.” on page 119
.
To run Windows Update:
1
Connect to the Internet.
2
Click
Start
,
All Programs
, then click
Windows Update
.
3
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Help and Support
For more information about Windows
Update, click
Start,
then click
Help and
Support
. Type the keyword
Windows
Update
in the Search box, then click the
arrow.
■
Express—Click
Express
to download high-priority updates. These
updates include security updates.
■
Custom—Click
Custom
to download high-priority, Windows
software, and hardware driver updates. These updates include
security updates.
Summary of Contents for E-1500
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Page 13: ...CHAPTER 1 Getting Help www gateway com 6...
Page 27: ...CHAPTER 2 Getting Started www gateway com 20...
Page 57: ...CHAPTER 5 Sending and Receiving Faxes www gateway com 50...
Page 105: ...CHAPTER 8 Customizing Your Computer www gateway com 98...
Page 119: ...CHAPTER 9 Networking Your Computer www gateway com 112...
Page 135: ...CHAPTER 11 Recovering Your System www gateway com 128...
Page 149: ...CHAPTER 12 Maintaining Your Computer www gateway com 142...
Page 189: ...CHAPTER 14 Troubleshooting www gateway com 182...
Page 195: ...APPENDIX A Safety Regulatory and Legal Information www gateway com 188...
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