I need to update my windows now. How do I do that?

Repeat with my computer and need to update my windows.

Have the computer configured for automatic updates, but not happening and I can't risk waiting.

I have not yet learned to service pak 2, yet.

Help!

["XP Gold" is the original version of the XP before all service packs.]  If you already have SP1 or SP1a, follow the first set of instructions below.  To determine your current pack service, right-click on desktop and select Properties.  The "Additional References" sections are largely obsolete now.]

Longtime MVP Robear Dyer (PA Bear) MS:

HOW TO get WinXP SP1 or SP2 fully patched after a 'clean install': http://groups.Google.com/group/Microsoft.public.WindowsXP.General/MSG/a066ae41add7dd2b

1. download & save the installer for WinXP SP3 on your desktop:
http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=5b33b5a8-5E7...

[Yes, you can jump SP2 if you run WinXP SP1.]

2. read & take into account:
http://msmvps.com/blogs/harrywaldron/archive/2008/05/08/Windows-XP-SP...

3 connected as long as administrator, if necessary, double-click the saved file to install WinXP SP3.  Follow the prompts. Be patient and restart twice when the installation ends.

4. make the resolution method 2 here (believe me):
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/943144

5. go to http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com . Install all required software, and then click CONTINUE. Select CUSTOM and scan | Install the critical updates of security offered. Still, follow all the instructions.

[I do NOT recommend install IE7 through Windows Update.]

6. make sure that automatic updates is enabled; FC.
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/306525

Other references:

Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for Windows XP, but only for the Service Pack 3 (SP3), until April 14-09. Chat and e-mail support is available only in the United States and the Canada.

Go to http://support.microsoft.com/oas/default.aspx?gprid=1173 . Select "Windows".
XP"and select"Windows XP Service Pack 3 "

5 steps to help protect your new computer before going online
[installation clean = new computer]
http://www.Microsoft.com/protect/computer/advanced/XPPC.mspx

Measures to help prevent spyware
http://www.Microsoft.com/protect/computer/spyware/prevent.mspx

How TO get Windows XP Gold fully patched: http://groups.Google.com/group/Microsoft.public.windowsupdate/MSG/3f5afa8ed33e121c

1. download & save the WinXP SP2 installer on your desktop:
http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=049c9dbe-3b8...

[Yes, you can jump SP1]

1B. download & save the installer for WinXP SP3 on your desktop:
http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=5b33b5a8-5E7...

2. read & take into account:
http://msmvps.com/blogs/harrywaldron/archive/2008/05/08/Windows-XP-SP...

3. administrator, if necessary, double-click the saved file to install Windows XP * SP2 *.  Follow the prompts. Be patient and restart twice when the installation ends.

3B. logged on as administrator, if necessary, double-click the saved file to install WinXP SP3.  Follow the prompts. Be patient and restart twice when the installation ends.

4. make the resolution method 2 here (believe me):
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/943144

5. go to http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com . Install all required software, and then click CONTINUE. Select CUSTOM and scan | Install the critical updates of security offered.  Still, follow all the instructions.

[I do NOT recommend install IE7 through Windows Update.]

6. make sure that automatic updates is enabled; FC.
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/306525

References with dubbing:

Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for Windows XP, but only for the Service Pack 3 (SP3), until April 14-09. Chat and e-mail support is available only in the United States and the Canada.  Reach
http://support.Microsoft.com/OAS/default.aspx?gprid=1173 | Select "Windows".
XP"and select"Windows XP Service Pack 3 "

Protect your PC!
http://www.Microsoft.com/athome/security/computer/default.mspx

Learn how to protect your PC by taking the three simple steps
http://www.Microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=3AD23728-497...

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