Compaq 383161-001 Laptop User Manual


 
Security
Hardware and Software Guide 6–13
Critical Security Updates for
Windows
XP
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CAUTION: To protect your notebook from security breaches and
computer viruses, it is recommended that you install every critical update
from Microsoft as soon as you receive an alert. You should also run
Windows Update on a monthly basis to install the latest recommended
updates from Microsoft.
A Critical Security Updates for Windows XP disc may have been
included with your notebook to provide additional updates
delivered after the notebook was configured.
To update your system using the Critical Security Updates for
Windows XP disc:
1. Insert the disc into the drive. The disc automatically runs the
installation application.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install all updates. This
could take several minutes.
3. Remove the disc.
Additional updates to your operating system and other software
included on your notebook may have become available after your
notebook was shipped. To be certain that all available updates are
installed on your notebook, use the update link at Start > Help
and Support.
Updates to Windows and Microsoft applications are released
periodically. You can obtain future updates from the Microsoft
Web site as well as through the update link in the Help and
Support Center.