When you configure Windows XP to automatically update, the computer will routinely check the Windows Update Web site for high-priority updates that can help protect your computer from the latest viruses and other security threats. The downloads from Windows Update can include security updates, critical updates, and service packs. Depending on the setting you choose, Windows automatically downloads and installs any high-priority updates that your computer needs, or notifies you as these updates become available.

To setup for automatic download and installation of high-priority updates, follow the steps below.
STEP 1: Click on the START button.
STEP 2: Click on the CONTROL PANEL.
STEP 3: Click on AUTOMATIC UPDATES.
STEP 4: Select AUTOMATIC: Automatically download updates for my computer and install them.
STEP 5: Choose the frequency and time of when your computer will check for updates.
STEP 6: Click on APPLY to save your settings and click OK to close the window.

Remember that your computer must be turned on and connected to the Internet to download and install any high-priority updates. Also, choosing the frequency to update everyday is best for most computers. Choosing to have the computer check everyday will keep your information secure with the most current release of updates. Also, by choosing to have the computer check everyday, your computer will resume checking for any updates if a schedule update session has been missed. Again, this option will keep your computer operating with the most current security updates.

Author: Chris Hubinsky, President, HuCor Technologies, www.hucortechnologies.com
Posted by InspireTomorrow.com