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Step 2: Turn on Windows Automatic Updating

Security updates can help protect your computer against new and ongoing threats. Follow these steps to have Windows install important updates automatically:

  1. Select Start > All Programs > Windows Update.
  2. In the left pane, click Change settings.
  3. In the Change settings window, select the following options:
    • Install updates automatically (recommended).
    • Install new updates: Everyday.
    • at: choose a time when your machine will be turned on.
    • Recommended updates: select (check) Include recommended updates when downloading, installing, or notifying me about updates.
    • Update service: select Use Microsoft Update.
  4. Click OK to save changes.

next stepStep 3: Ensure Windows Firewall is Turned On

Last Updated: 02/02/07