hello marven Automatic Updates (AU) is a component for Windows XP and Vista that can automatically check for important updates from Microsoft. The updates are marked by Microsoft as high-priority updates, and most of the updates fix security holes identified with Microsoft software
for more in check source http://windows.about.com/od/securit y/p/automaticupdate.htm

Answered by raj u , an ibibo Master, at 2:34 PM on May 21, 2008

Automatic Updates (AU) is a component for any software that can automatically check for important updates from that software. This feature ensures that the product will automatically search for and download the latest program or spyware definition updates. Even as new spyware definitions are created the program is equipped to detect and remove those threats.

Answered by Sharad Singh , an ibibo Master, at 6:53 PM on May 16, 2008

Automatic Updates is a Windows XP and Vista component that can automatically check for and install important updates to your computer.

The most reliable way to get updates for your computer is to have them delivered automatically to your computer. In Windows XP and Windows 2000 this service is called Automatic Updates.

Activate Microsoft Update:

1.Connect to the Internet and go to http://update.microsoft.com/microso ftupdate or click Microsoft Update on any Microsoft.com site.
2.Click Start Now, and then click Continue.
3.Follow the directions on the screen to install this ActiveX control.
4.Click Install.

Depending on how your computer is set up, you might need to repeat steps 3 and 4 once more to install a second ActiveX control. This is part of setting up the Microsoft Update program to work with your computer.
5.If you've already been using Automatic Updates before signing up for Microsoft Update, go to Step 6. If you have not been using Automatic Updates, click:
• Turn it on now to sign up, and then follow the directions on the screen.
• Change setting to turn on Automatic Updates. Follow the directions on the screen.
6.Now that you have set up the Microsoft Update program and turned on Automatic Updates, click Check for Updates.
7.Click to choose either Express or Custom installation.
• Express finds high-priority or important updates for your computer which you install with one click.
• Custom finds both high-priority and optional or recommended updates (listed at the left of the screen). You individually review and select the updates you want to install.
A Get answers to questions you have about Microsoft Update.

B Another opportunity to sign up for Automatic Updates.

8.Microsoft Update scans your computer for the updates your computer needs. Follow the directions on the screen to download and install them.

Answered by Nagendra , an ibibo Master, at 7:57 AM on May 16, 2008

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Introducing Automatic Updates:
Automatic Updates (AU) is a component for Windows XP and Vista that can automatically check for important updates from Microsoft. The updates are marked by Microsoft as high-priority updates, and most of the updates fix security holes identified with Microsoft software.
Using AU:
Since AU can automatically find and install important fixes for your computer without your assistance, it's very easy to use. All you have to do is turn it on:

* Turn on Automatic Updates in Windows XP
* Turn on Automatic Updates in Windows Vista

Once you enable AU, and you can configure it so the updates install automatically, or you can have AU check with you first before installing updates.
Alternatives to AU:
One alternative to AU is the Windows Update Web site. You can use the Windows Update Web site to find, download, and install updates for your computer manually. Even if you use AU, it's wise to visit the Windows Update Web site periodically since AU only installs high-priority updates while more fixes are available on the Windows Update Web site.
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Co ntroversy Surrounding AU:
Advanced users of Windows have long resisted using AU since they want to retain complete control over what their computer downloads and installs. In April, 2006, Microsoft made the situation worse when they pushed Windows Genuine Advantage Notifications onto computers through Automatic Updates. WGA Notifications is an anti-piracy tool, yet Microsoft had promised to only push security updates with AU.
Who Should Use AU:
If you're a novice or intermediate Windows user, it's best to turn on Automatic Updates. Although Microsoft occasionally releases a fix through AU that can cause some problems, you're more likely to be the victim of a computer attack if you leave AU off and then forget to install needed security fixes when they become available.
Configuring AU for Greater Peace of Mind:
If you're concerned about the safety of using AU, I suggest setting it download updates but check with you before installing them. That way, you can ensure only updates you want are installed, and you can first check to see if the update has caused problems for any Windows users.
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Answered by Shobhit , an ibibo Master, at 7:24 PM on May 15, 2008

Well,

Windows Update is a service provided by Microsoft for users of Microsoft Windows. It provides updates for the operating system and its installed components.

Microsoft Update is an optional feature that can be enabled to provides updates for other Microsoft software installed on a Windows computer, such as Microsoft Office, Windows Live applications, and Microsoft Expression.

Security updates are delivered by the Windows Update service on the second Tuesday of each month.

However, security updates can be delivered whenever a software update is required to prevent an exploit targeting Windows users.

Windows Update can be configured to automatically install updates, ensuring that a computer is always up-to-date and not vulnerable to computer worms and other such malware.

Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 provide a Control Panel to configure update settings and check for updates.

The Windows Update Control Panel is also the means to download Windows Ultimate Extras (optional software offered to users of Windows Vista Ultimate Edition).

For previous versions of Microsoft Windows, updates can be downloaded from the Windows Update website, using Internet Explorer.

Answered by Ajay Pal , an ibibo Master, at 2:45 PM on May 13, 2008

Automatic Updates
From Michelle Castle,
Your Guide to Focus on Windows.
FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now!
Introducing Automatic Updates:
Automatic Updates (AU) is a component for Windows XP and Vista that can automatically check for important updates from Microsoft. The updates are marked by Microsoft as high-priority updates, and most of the updates fix security holes identified with Microsoft software.
Using AU:
Since AU can automatically find and install important fixes for your computer without your assistance, it's very easy to use. All you have to do is turn it on:

* Turn on Automatic Updates in Windows XP
* Turn on Automatic Updates in Windows Vista

Once you enable AU, and you can configure it so the updates install automatically, or you can have AU check with you first before installing updates.
Alternatives to AU:
One alternative to AU is the Windows Update Web site. You can use the Windows Update Web site to find, download, and install updates for your computer manually. Even if you use AU, it's wise to visit the Windows Update Web site periodically since AU only installs high-priority updates while more fixes are available on the Windows Update Web site.
Controversy Surrounding AU:
Advanced users of Windows have long resisted using AU since they want to retain complete control over what their computer downloads and installs. In April, 2006, Microsoft made the situation worse when they pushed Windows Genuine Advantage Notifications onto computers through Automatic Updates. WGA Notifications is an anti-piracy tool, yet Microsoft had promised to only push security updates with AU.
Who Should Use AU:
If you're a novice or intermediate Windows user, it's best to turn on Automatic Updates. Although Microsoft occasionally releases a fix through AU that can cause some problems, you're more likely to be the victim of a computer attack if you leave AU off and then forget to install needed security fixes when they become available.
Configuring AU for Greater Peace of Mind:
If you're concerned about the safety of using AU, I suggest setting it download updates but check with you before installing them. That way, you can ensure only updates you want are installed, and you can first check to see if the update has caused problems for any Windows users.

Answered by Mohd Farooq , an ibibo Master, at 1:49 PM on May 13, 2008

well Jks,Automatic Update is a service provided by Microsoft for users of Microsoft Windows. It provides updates for the operating system and its installed components. Microsoft Update is an optional feature that can be enabled to provides updates for other Microsoft software installed on a Windows computer, such as Microsoft Office, Windows Live applications, and Microsoft Expression.

Since AU can automatically find and install important fixes for your computer without your assistance, it's very easy to use. All you have to do is turn it on:

1). Turn on Automatic Updates in Windows XP
2). Turn on Automatic Updates in Windows Vista

Once you enable AU, and you can configure it so the updates install automatically, or you can have AU check with you first before installing updates.
Alternatives to AU:
One alternative to AU is the Windows Update Web site. You can use the Windows Update Web site to find, download, and install updates for your computer manually. Even if you use AU, it's wise to visit the Windows Update Web site periodically since AU only installs high-priority updates while more fixes are available on the Windows Update Web site.

For more information , please do visit source site:

http://www.windows.ab out.com/od/security/p/automati cupdate.htm
Hope it will help you out.

Answered by Uttam , an ibibo Master, at 1:41 PM on May 13, 2008

Automatic Updates are one of the component of Windows XP and Windows Vista. Which automatically check the updates from Microsoft site. And this updates are marked by Microsoft as high-priority updates. And this updates fix all the security by Microsoft.

Source :

http://windows.abou t.com/od/security/p/automaticu pdate.htm

Answered by Reeta K , an ibibo Master, at 11:22 AM on May 13, 2008

well jiks,Automatic Updates (AU) is a component for Windows XP and Vista that can automatically check for important updates from Microsoft. The updates are marked by Microsoft as high-priority updates, and most of the updates fix security holes identified with Microsoft software.
Using AU:
Since AU can automatically find and install important fixes for your computer without your assistance, it's very easy to use. All you have to do is turn it on:

* Turn on Automatic Updates in Windows XP
* Turn on Automatic Updates in Windows Vista Windows Updates Install Software, Patch Mgmt, Asset Mgmt & Remote Control. Free Trialwww.desktopcentral.com

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Co ntroversy Surrounding AU:
Advanced users of Windows have long resisted using AU since they want to retain complete control over what their computer downloads and installs. In April, 2006, Microsoft made the situation worse when they pushed Windows Genuine Advantage Notifications onto computers through Automatic Updates. WGA Notifications is an anti-piracy tool, yet Microsoft had promised to only push security updates with AU.
Who Should Use AU:
If you're a novice or intermediate Windows user, it's best to turn on Automatic Updates. Although Microsoft occasionally releases a fix through AU that can cause some problems, you're more likely to be the victim of a computer attack if you leave AU off and then forget to install needed security fixes when they become available.

Answered by satyaiitk , an ibibo Master, at 10:31 AM on May 13, 2008

Well , this term is related to Windows Operating Systems.

Windows Update is a service provided by Microsoft for users of Microsoft Windows. It provides updates for the operating system and its installed components. Microsoft Update is an optional feature that can be enabled to provides updates for other Microsoft software installed on a Windows computer, such as Microsoft Office, Windows Live applications, and Microsoft Expression.

Security updates are delivered by the Windows Update service on the second Tuesday of each month. However, security updates can be delivered whenever a software update is required to prevent an exploit targeting Windows users. Windows Update can be configured to automatically install updates, ensuring that a computer is always up-to-date and not vulnerable to computer worms and other such malware.

Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 provide a Control Panel to configure update settings and check for updates. The Windows Update Control Panel is also the means to download Windows Ultimate Extras (optional software offered to users of Windows Vista Ultimate Edition).

For previous versions of Microsoft Windows, updates can be downloaded from the Windows Update website, using Internet Explorer.

For more details , Please visit the source site :

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/W indows_Update

Answered by Alok Gupta , an ibibo Guru, at 9:36 AM on May 13, 2008