removal of the old windows updates

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• Is it ok to remove the old Windows updates as I have many of them take a lot of disk space?

  I have several updates of microsoft for a few years. I am auto update, but all the old updates are still there. Is it necessary to keep or to delete to free up space. I get warnings that the computer is low on virtual memory.

  original title: is it OK to remove the old windows updates as I have many of them taking place?

  Virtual memory is used only when your physical memory has been exhausted.  This happens usually either when you have not restarted recently, or when you have too many programs running at the same time.  I suggest you reboot at least once a week and if it continues to happen, a purchase more RAM.

• is it safe to remove the old windows updates

  Is it safe to remove the old updates in Windows Vista?

  Generally, no.

  You can use the program compcln.exe to remove the Service pack files and to perpetuate a service pack, as described here:

  http://support.Microsoft.com/?kbid=2592038

  This program is in C:\Windows\System32

  You can uninstall the updates that have been replaced by a later update, but I don't know of an easy way to identify them. I don't think that in doing so, there is a great advantage.

  If you uninstall an update that is still necessary, he will be released the next time that WIndows Update is running.

• What happens if I delete the old security updates?

  What harm is there in the removal of the old security updates?

  Not a good idea.  Your computer would be vulnerable to security issues that these updates set, making it easier for hackers to take control of your computer, identity theft, etc. Boulder computer Maven
  Most Microsoft Valuable Professional

• How can I remove the old Windows folder to a different drive?

  Original title: Old files Windows, Program Files, etc.

  I tried to use before Disk Cleanup and it worked, and I haven't run a complete installation.

  I'm having a problem now, this time, and I did a full install.  Disk Cleanup doesn't show any options to remove an old Windows as it did before.

  How can I remove the old Windows folder to a different drive?  I also try to remove the Program Files folder, as well as with an implementation since.

  It is showing an error message "I need to be in the Administrators group ~", and that TrustedInstaller is owner of the present.

  I have a question that "TrustedInstaller" has full authority on the file system, and 'Administrators' has limited access.

  I noticed that there are other three to make a total of four names of users who have all or nearly full access to the file system.

  Can it be fixed... it's pretty annoying to see this continue..., strictly through Windows Update.

  I look forward to your reply.

  Hi Morgan,.

  I suggest you check out the link to delete the Windows.old folder.

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/930527/en-us

  Note: Applies to Windows 7.

  For more information on granting permissions and the taking of property, see the links.

  What are the permissions?

  "Access denied" or other errors in the access to or work with files and folders in Windows

  Ownership of a file from command line:

  To do:
  
  a. go in > start > all programs > Accessories
  b. right click on prompt and then click Run as administrator.
  c. type the following command and press ENTER:
  
  takeown /f r d y
  
  d. to assign administrators group full control to the folder permissions, use the following syntax:
  
  ICACLS /grant administrators: F/t

  The /T parameter is added so that the operation is performed through all subdirectories and the files in this folder.

  For more information on the above commands, run these commands from a command prompt window.

  takeown /?
  ICACLS /?

  Please post back with the results and we will be happy to help you further.

• adding new files or remove the old Windows Media Player files. (Vista)

  Since June 2010, I was not able to add new files or remove the old Windows Media Player files.  I can click on a new file and play using WMP or add to a playlist that is currently playing, but it does not recognize that it was added after as I close the program and re-open it.  Or I can delete the files that no longer exist on my computer but WMP always has them as my files.  When I click on add new media, it recognizes the right amount of files I would be adding, says to add them and then nothing is there.

  Your media library has probably been corrupted. To reset, follow the instructions for WMP 11 Vista at http://zachd.com/pss/pss.html#medialibrary . Note the reset of the library will make you lose all the counts to play and possibly ratings too. Tim Baets
  http://www.BM-productions.TK

• How to recover the old window "downloads"?

  I liked the old window with 'Download' more and I want to get it back.

  Sorry, but this dialog box has been removed. Could someone create an add-on to simulate it, but I haven't heard one yet. In the meantime, if you press Ctrl + j or click Show all downloads, you can see the list in the Download Library dialog box.

• Cannot change how the important windows updates are installed 7

  I can't change the settings of "Windows Update".  I don't want Windows to automatically restart my system so I put it to 'Application prior to installation', but this morning it is automatically installed and rebooted.  Now, I don't have the ability to change the parameters, as if I'm not administrator.  The option is there, but not highlighted for to change me.

  Hey CGEnterprise,

  To the configurable options for automatic updates, follow these steps.

  Important: this section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems can occur if you modify the registry incorrectly. Therefore, make sure that you proceed with caution. For added protection, back up the registry before you edit it. Then you can restore the registry if a problem occurs. For more information about how to back up and restore the registry, click the following windows Help article.

  Back up the registry

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/back-up-the-registry

   

  Step 1:

  1. go to start and type regedit.exe.

  2. go to this location:

  HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate\AU

  3. in the right pane, delete the two values AUOptions and NoAutoUpdate

  4. go to that location:

  HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\WindowsUpdate

  5. in the right pane, delete the DisableWindowsUpdateAccess value

  Using the Group Policy Editor

   

  Notes:

  o you must have administrative privileges to perform these tasks.

  o Group Policy Editor is only available in the professional edition, full and Windows 7 Enterprise edition. You will not have the Publisher of local group policy available in Windows 7 Starter and Home Premium editions.

  Step 2:

   

  1. Click Start, type gpedit.msc and press ENTER.

  2. navigate to the following location:

  Computer configuration > administrative templates > Windows components > Windows Update

  3 in the right pane, double-click Configure automatic updates and set it to not configured

  4. then, go to this location:

  User configuration > administrative templates > Windows components > Windows Update

  5. in the right pane, set to remove access to all Windows Update features on not configured

  For more information:

   

  How to configure automatic updates by using Group Policy or of registry settings

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/328010

  Kind regards

  Shinmila H - Microsoft Support

  Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think.

• After the last Windows Update (04/27/11), my home group no longer works

  Original title: homegroup after Windows Update failure

  After the last Windows Update (04/27/11), my homegroup is no longer in effect.  That's happened?

  I have Windows 7 Professional Version 6.1 Build7601: Service Pack 1 on both machines.

  The resolution of the problems of the residential group has done several things, but that did not help.

  What works removed one of the machines on the network for several hours and then reconnect to the network.  Don't know why?

• Getting errors on the 3 Windows updates: 2699988, 270162, 2685939. On the first try error codes were 0 x 80246007 and 0x8007010B

  Getting errors on the 3 Windows updates: 2699988, 270162, 2685939.  On the first try error codes have been 0 x 80246007 for all 3, try subsequent was 0x8007010B.

  Configuration is Windows XP SP3 with MSIE6 (test the system reads old browser).  Any suggestions?

  Original title: get errors on the 3 Windows updates

  Maybe: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/958042

  When you try to install the updates on the Windows Update Web site or the Microsoft Update Web site, you may receive a "0 x 80246007" error code

• can I view all the bookmarks of all time next to my home page, as the old windows 2003 could, I now have windows 7 & firefox 4. I love being able to see all my favorites all the time.

  can I view all the bookmarks of all time next to my home page, as the old windows 2003 could, I now have windows 7 & firefox 4. I love being able to see all my favorites all the time. Edit

  Just hit CTRL + I

• Driver Realtek NIC missing after the previous Windows Update on window Home Server 2011

  During the last windows update, I lost the Realtek NIC driver on windows home server 2011. If you do not have the backup, is the only way rebuild machine or there is another way to install the driver software.

  Hello

  Since the problem is specific to the window Home Server 2011, I suggest that the validation of the query on the forum link mentioned here.

  http://social.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/home?category=WindowsHomeServer

  They are a team of dedicated support, helping issues related to servers in the window of the House.

  Hope the information is useful.

• Canon scan to folder (Server 2008 R2) from the latest Windows Updates (13 sep 2012) it doesn't work anymore...

  We have a few Multi functional Cannon, who were able to scan to folder to our file server 2008 R2 server.

  Since the latest Windows Updates (13 sep 2012) it doesn't work anymore...

  Nothing has changed for folders or shares. Actions are like:

  \\fs01\scans\IT

  Shared folder is \\fs01\scans

  Share permissions are full for everyone

  On the COMPUTER folder, only the service and the Canon scanner user have full conrol...

  When I turn off the firewall of Windows on the FS01, it works.

  Can I get a SMB = OK on the Multi functional.

  When I turn on the WIndows firewall, I get a SMB = NG on the multifuntional

  I checked the rules and everthing about file and printer sharing is allowed...

  Can someone please think about what to do?
  Because really don't want to go with Windows Firewall disabled.

  The Endpoint Protection 2010 Anti Virus is installed on the FS01, but given that disabling the Windows Firewall works, I don't think that the Anti Virus has nothing to do with it.

  Update: I tried two other servers 2008 R2 (with also the Windows Firewall on) and it works! So there's something wrong with this one server... But as far as I can see, the firewall has all the file and open sharing of printers of things... And when I connect with the Canon Scan on a PC user I can browse places very well.

  Hello

  "Update: I just tried two other servers 2008 R2 (with also the Windows Firewall on) and it works! "So there is something wrong with this one server.

  Microsoft has specific Forums to help you with your Server 2008 R2 questions.

  Could you please repost this link in Server 2008 R2 Forums.

  "Support for Windows Server 2008 R2"

  http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/WindowsServer/bb512923

  See you soon.

• The automatic Windows Updater is not in my list of all programs.

  Can I download it form Microsoft site?  Is the case, how do I know if what I download is appropriate for my VISTA operating system?

  Hello

  Vista includes Windows updates. Panel configuration-update of Windows.

  Or Start - type in the search-> Windows Update search at the top of the list box and double-click it.

  I hope this helps.

  Rob - bicycle - Mark Twain said it is good.

• Whenever my computer installs the Microsoft/Windows updates I get Internet and restoring the system to return.

  Whenever my computer installs the Microsoft/Windows updates I get Internet and restoring the system to return.

  Cite your version of IE and the full version of Windows (for example, WinXP SP3;) Vista 64 - bit SP2; Win7 RC. Win7) during the validation in an IE specific forum or a newsgroup. Please do it in your next reply.

  By "The Internet began" do you mean that you encounter errors Page can not be displayed ?

  Updates have you installed just before this problem started? Have you installed an update of the third-party driver that is offered by Windows Update?

  TIP: Never, EVER to use system restore to 'Cancel' an update, Service Pack, or upgrade of IE!  Instead, uninstall the update, Service Pack, or the IE patch & reboot.  If that does not resolve the problem, then try System Restore. ~ Robear Dyer (PA Bear) ~ MS MVP (that is to say, mail, security, Windows & Update Services) since 2002 ~ WARNING: MS MVPs represent or work for Microsoft