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Updating Windows
Windows Update helps you 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 information on running Windows Update, see “Windows Update” on page 66. Windows
Update can also be controlled through the Windows Security Center. For more information, see
“Using Windows XP Security Center” on page 65.
Using BigFix
BigFix monitors your computer for problems and conflicts. It automatically gathers information
about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on the Internet. Whenever
BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. To fix the problem, click
on that icon to open BigFix.
To start BigFix:
• Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix.
To learn more about using BigFix:
• From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial.
Help
For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and
Support. Type Windows Update in the Search Help box, then press E
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