How can I manage my Windows updates?

Can someone help me understand how to manage the downloads so that I can control when they occur?

Here's what you need to know to plan Windows updates automatically: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-vista/Understanding-Windows-automatic-updating.

I hope this helps.

Good luck!

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