Off Topic..Computer Help Needed!!

Reply #16

BaristaExpress — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 00:57:52 GMT

I have also found that sometimes the antivirus software that's being used has to be disabled for some Microsoft updates until they are installed! I have never had that problem myself, but a few friends of mine have had that problem.

Reply #15

emilyg — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 00:15:18 GMT

That's what I do.

Reply #14

myzeus — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 22:59:43 GMT

sounds like you have a worm or virus. same thing happened to me years ago.

if u have mcafee, go to their website and they have a removal tool and also do a virus scan. check for trojans too.

also, get the yahoo toolbar with anti-spy. run the anti-spy in your browser. it works for me but i also do virus scans too.

usually, nowadays, if i find a trojan, virus or worm, i just go ahead and re-format my hard drive with a fresh install of windows and programs but i only do that as a last reso... [ More ]

Reply #13

Stack47 — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 22:27:07 GMT

I have automatic updates on my control panel and it's under windows security too. The recommended installation setting is everyday at a time you can chose and if your computer is turned off at that time, it will begin the next time you turn it on. You can have them automatically downloaded but choose when to install them, choose to be notified when the downloads are available, or choose to turn off the automatic updates.

I usually get the annoying restart countdown after the update has been i... [ More ]

Reply #12

justxploring — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 19:20:54 GMT

You can always set Automatic Updates (or stop them) by clicking on START and then CONTROL PANEL and then AUTOMATIC UPDATES. You can also find it by clicking on SYSTEM.

I download every update and haven't had any problems, but I read this problem only affects certain desktops. As TC wrote, it's best to use Google and read about the problems other users have experienced. When my AVG 8.0 sent me a message about a bin file missing, I googled the words saw that everyone was getting it, so I waited... [ More ]

Reply #11

truecritic — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 18:38:13 GMT

Click: Google

That search is much better than what I could list here.

Sorry it is 2 days late - next time let's hope lotterybraker posts his problem sooner

Reply #10

mistyblue — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 18:30:27 GMT

If you can't fix the problem and you are tired of restoring your computer another option is reformatting your computer but let that be your last option.

Reply #9

Stew12 — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 18:22:58 GMT

I have auto updates turned off on my computer, and haven't updated in 6-7 months. The computer is on the way out and will be replaced here shortly anyway. As long as you don't download random things off the internet, or visit sites you don't know are legit, you should be ok without the latest and greatest updates.

Reply #8

RJOh — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 18:19:12 GMT

That advice comes too late for me. SP3 showed up two days ago and I knew it was a big deal when I have to reconfirm my users agreement. So far no problems but I haven't purchased an updated version of my virus protecting software either.

Reply #7

mistyblue — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 18:15:02 GMT

I have my automatic updates turned off. Every month or so I manual update my computer so that way I choose the updates I want to install. You can also choose in your Security Center (Notify me but don't automatically download or install them) that way you get information on the updates and you choose which you prefer to install. Most of the updates are very important for the security of your cumpter. Hope this helps.

Reply #6

Tenaj — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 18:14:01 GMT

Have you tried starting windows in Safe Mode and restoring to a previous point. Always keep restore point activated.

Reply #5

truecritic — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 18:05:56 GMT

Was the update SP3 (service pack 3)?

There have been a number of misc. problems reported after people installed it. Not saying that it definitely caused your problem, just avoid it for now, if it is not installed already.

Reply #4

four4me — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 17:49:54 GMT

I'm not a computer expert by no means but updates are important for the health of your PC. the updates could be security patches and because you have virus protection, spam blockers etc. that could be running the update fails.

Before you download updates you should close all open programs.

If your updates don't successfully download there are issues with your PC.

Reply #3

emilyg — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 17:42:37 GMT

I don't accept all updates. Let me know if it helps.

Reply #2

lotterybraker — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 17:33:51 GMT

Thanks Em...I appreciate it...

Reply #1

emilyg — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 17:30:53 GMT

i have xp - you don't have to accept updates. turn automatic updates off.

Off Topic..Computer Help Needed!!

lotterybraker — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 17:21:54 GMT

Todd I am sorry I am posting this in a regular forum but I wasnt for sure if I posted this in my Blog if anyone would read it..hahaha

The trouble I am having is this..I am running windows XP ok..you know at the bottom of the screen where it says you have automatic updates ready to to up date your computer click here?...

Well the past couple of times I clicked on it to D/L the updates when they finish it says RESTART YOU COMPUTER..but when I restart my computer it goes to a SOLID BLACK... [ More ]