If you find any spyware, nuke it. If you have a name-brand computer, check the manufacturer's web site and download any software or driver updates they recommend. If media and blog reports are any indication, you should be able to upgrade to XP SP2 without any major problems.
But sometimes things go awry. That's life. You can never have too many backups. No, I don't mean go back to step one. I mean restart your computer. It's usually a good idea to flush the decks, so to speak, before you install any major program or operating system upgrade on your computer. Wait at least five minutes after you restart your computer before you proceed. That just gives all of those icons down in your task bar plenty of time to load and call home for updates.
You might also want to disable your antivirus program, but that's completely up to you. If you follow steps one through eight, step nine is probably completely unnecessary. But, sometimes bad things happen to good people. And sometimes, although not often, XP SP2 installations go horribly awry. If that happens, you're going to want to talk to someone who can help you un-kludge your computer. You are always welcome to send me email asking for assistance, but I have to warn you that I get so much email that it is almost impossible for me to keep up.
I wish I was kidding, but it's now November 22nd, , and I am currently working on answering the emails sent to me during the week of October 11th KB Articles: KB Security bulletins: MS Warning: This site requires the use of scripts, which your browser does not currently allow. See how to enable scripts. A security broadcast has been detected in a Microsoft software product that can affect your entire system. Start Windows Update by clicking the Windows Update icon in the startup compilation, or using Internet Explorer, which opens Windows Update on the website.
SP3 should be one of the real boot and maintenance options. How can I update Service Pack 3? Service pack update process. At least step 1. Learn more. Learn how to get SP1. Windows 10 Windows 8. Get the latest update for Windows 10 Windows 10 automatically downloads and installs updates to make sure your device is secure and up to date. Check for updates Learn more about keeping Windows 10 up to date. Support for Windows 7 ended on January 14, We recommend you move to a Windows 11 PC to continue to receive security updates from Microsoft.
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